I've had a front loader washer for about 12 years. I can wash tons of clothes in one load and I throw everything in together... no patience for a 70 minute gentle cycle, though I am sure it works perfectly.
In fact, most of the time I use the "quick" wash cycle of 30 minutes and everything comes out clean. I do put my Smart Wool stuff and undies in a washer bag, but that's it.
I wish I had the dryer, too.