Riding underwear

We say…

A pull-over style with no hooks or zips and racerback design makes it supportive as you move. The soft fabric provides a comfortable fit. There’s no pressure points and it lies close to the skin. Subtle enough to be worn under your competition shirt. You can’t adjust the straps, but found the sizing to be true to size. Perfect for everyday use, it washes well and dries really quickly. Also handy for gym use if needed, too. 

“I really liked the relaxed fit of the top, and the softness of the material. Wearing the top and long johns didn’t restrict my movement at all, and they kept me much warmer than I was without them, especially if I was outside in the cold for long periods of time. They came with a useful carry case and have washed well, without shrinking or bobbling. The long johns were quite loose around my ankles, so tended to ride up when I put my breeches on. However, putting socks over the top solved the problem.”

“I really like the softness of the material, which washed well without shrinking. They were a good fit and stayed in place well, whether I was riding, doing yard duties or walking the dogs. The nature of the material means there isn’t much stretch, especially round the legs, so it’s important to get the right size.”

“I liked the fit and style of the briefs, and the padding made them very comfortable to wear, especially out on long hacks, or for sitting trot. They didn’t create any visible lines under my breeches, and I was very pleased that it wasn’t obvious that I was wearing padded pants! I wouldn’t change anything. They are quite expensive for a pair of pants, but I think the quality and the comfort make them worth the price.”

“I really liked this bra. It felt comfortable and I thought it was true to size. It has washed really well, it’s still just as supportive and is still bright pink. I don’t think I would change anything – even though the five fastenings were a bit tricky to do up, they made the bra very supportive. The shape is good and the wider band underneath is flattering. I liked the pink, but it’s very bright so might not be everyone’s cup of tea.”

“I thought the fit and support of this bra was excellent. It hasn’t faded or bobbled in the wash, and although I thought the width of the band around my chest would mean it would crease, this hasn’t happened. The colour and design meant I didn’t mind it being visible under sports tops, and the racer back means no slipping straps or digging in, and it really distributed pressure to minimise marks left behind by the straps. It’s not particularly easy to get into, but even with a shoulder injury I managed fine.”

“There were no fastenings for this bra, so I was apprehensive about how easy it would be to put on and take off, but it was stretchy enough not to be a problem. It fitted well and I liked the shape it gave. I liked that it was really supportive, but still comfortable enough to wear all day. Perhaps a more breathable fabric would be beneficial for summer days, as it was quite thick.”

“I found this bra to be extremely comfortable. The material was soft and very supportive, and it didn’t deteriorate in the wash. It was a nice fit and I liked the shape that it gave. I would rather not have removable padding in the cups, as they tended to fold over in the wash and were fiddly to straighten out. Without them the bra felt less supportive and wasn’t quite as comfortable. “

“I really like the look of this bra. The cross-back is stylish, and the pattern is funky and fashionable. It was supportive but, having a large chest, I probably wouldn’t use it for very high-impact sports. I found the sizing was quite generous round the back. It’s also quite high at the front, so does show under some tops.”

“It was pretty comfy in general, with a good fit. I liked the thick band at the bottom and the straps were comfy. It washed well and the material didn’t deteriorate at all. It was quite supportive and even better when I used the racer back option. The clasp for this was easy to use and felt secure. I didn’t really like the shape that it gave and, having a large chest, I didn’t feel that it gave me enough support for higher impact sports, but for general riding it was fine.”

“The fit was quite tight, especially under my arms, but once it had been worn a few times and washed, it softened really well. It has washed quite well, the material still looks good and it’s still just as supportive. It’s a classic style with a flattering fit that I liked very much. I found that the clip on the back to pull the straps together took a bit of getting used to and it came undone a couple of times while I was riding. It’s quite difficult to make sure it’s done up properly.”

“The fit and design are good, with substantial and  comfortable shoulder straps. Being chesty, I find it difficult to find a sports bra that provides adequate support, but I was really impressed at how supportive it was, and it washed well. The only thing I’d change is the elastic that goes around your chest. It’s thin and the edge is quite scratchy, so it irritated my skin a bit. If it had a thicker, softer elastic here, it would be perfect.”