Experienced the same issues re., the smell, but so far it has not busted me. And I do see where it may help/actually work. I use it primarily for archery hunting where I've seen a significant enough improvement that I'm convinced it helps, as long as I follow my other de-scenting regime.

One issue I do have with it is it isvery stiffor not as soft and therefore somewhat more constricting with every step etc as opposed to either regular cotton, fleece or wool. And I find it has no insulating value whatsoever.

The new Savannah is improvement but still very stiff.

Curious-has anyone tried the new Base Slayers?