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The boxer briefs: what's up with what's down under

Men's Fitness, August, 2003 by Mark Thorpe

Shakespeare once said, "A man's quest for all-day ease begins with his drawers." Or maybe it was Marky Mark.

Shorn of complexity and reduced to the purest requirements of support and comfort, a good pair of skivvies is like a loving parent with a soft touch--in their care, anything is possible.

And while Calvin Klein and other manufacturers have advanced the science of underwear technology with the use of microfibers for moisture management and cooling, they have not compromised the bottom-line comfort that is the birthright of every man.

If you're ready to step up to a higher level of style and performance, browse through these undercover standouts. We've made the first decision of the day easier for you. And remember: Wear responsibly and wash often.

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1. Cotton stretch trunks ($19) and cotton stretch tank top ($15) by Nautica

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2. Cotton/spandex Dri-Y boxer briefs ($8) and Dri-Y muscle T-shirt ($15) by Jockey

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3. Cotton/polyester boxer briefs ($6) by Hanes Classic

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5. Cotton/Lycra Pro Stretch trunks ($20) and Pro Stretch tank top ($22) by Calvin Klein Underwear

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6. Cotton/Lycra stretch-to-fit button-fly boxer briefs ($10) and stretch-to-fit crew-neck T-shirt ($10.50) by Polo Ralph Lauren

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7. Cotton boxer briefs ($6) by Champion

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The boxer briefs: what's up with what's down under

Men's Fitness, August, 2003 by Mark Thorpe

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