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I have had a number of enquiries about my New Years Resolution for 2010. Yes, I did complete my 2009 goal of using the same Gillette Razor everyday for the entire year. Many people put forward some fantastic ideas and I would like to thank you all.  However, this being the start of a new decade I wanted something spectacular. While many ideas were valid, only one was bold enough for Ozy to take on and that is  to see if I can wear the same pair of underwear for an entire year. 

So yesterday, with a day to spare, I ventured into The Warehouse and had to make a big decision. Briefs or boxers was my first hurdle. Apparently President Clinton admitted on MTV he is a boxers man. Krammar on Seinfeld is a brief man- ” I need a secure package, my boys need a home”  he is reported to have said. I spent 20 minutes weighing up the pros and cons and in the end went with a pair of boxers. 

I did this for a number of reason. Airflow was a big issue. Boxers let you breathe a little which is important  in the summer months. Although things could get a little cold in winter that is something I will have to live with. Another reason was the fact they are quick drying. This will enable me to clean them every so often before I go to bed and then have them dry by morning. 

Once I had made my choice on boxers I then had to find a style that was suitable for a years worth of situations. Therefore, I wanted a design  that could be worn in a variety of places. Down at the soccer club, after the game, you don’t want to be jumping into a pair of love heart boxers. On the other hand if Mrs Mandias is in need of a little romance then I need something that will fit the occasion. After about an hour of searching and three shop assistants later I managed to find the last pair of a very special pair of boxers. At $14.99 I purchased them without delay. I have included a photo below and you can see they are both fashionably hip and practically focussed. For me the little bow tie at the front is what sets these boxers apart and ensure that if I am ever in the situation were a butler is needed I have a running head start. 

The perfect boxers but can they last the whole year.

Like any stunt of this nature I must warn any younger readers to not try this at home. I am a trained professional at this kind stupidity and also have an excellent medical team behind me. Both my brother and sister in-law are doctors and both have already indicted they would happily give me a free check ups on a need by need basis. Also my wife is a pharmacist so if I get a rash of any kind, a mild infection or anything of that nature she is always there. The way I look at things is that as humans we have put man on the moon therefore we should have a cream or lotion for any minor skins rash around the groin area. Thrush, especially in the summer months could be a problem, and will be something my wife and I will be monitoring closely. From my research my main problem in the winter will comfort. Boxers are known as hard to wear with long pants and the constant adjusting is something that may cause problems in a social setting. I have thought of a few ways to combat this and the best option is a t-shirt telling people of my challenge. Perhaps something like - don’t mind me… I’m just wearing the same undies for a year - could be a goer. 

I have had to put in a few stipulations for this challenge. I am someone who enjoys my running and triathlon and in those situations boxers are not suitable. Also I have just bought a sensational pair of pajamas and those will be on at night. At all other times I will have my trusty boxers on. So if you see me in the street feel free to come on over and check the boxers out. They are soft to touch and I will have my marker pen ready and you will have the opportunity to sign them.