Unmentionables

[TsPoet]

Nothing should get between you and your chamois.

Sounds like that belongs on a T-shirt. I'd buy one.

[Catrin]

Sounds like that belongs on a T-shirt. I'd buy one.

heheh, yep

I thought that I would have problems going commando, and I was a little self-conscious the first time I wore bike shorts to spinning class, but not after that. I have no choice but to wear them there

[OakLeaf]

Sounds like that belongs on a T-shirt. I'd buy one.

Put it on a TE jersey!

[Crankin]

Underwear should be banned.
Seriously, I hate it and don't wear it for any sports activity.

[redrhodie]

But, if you must, how about Ibex underwear? It's Merino wool, wicks moisture, is very comfortable. That would be my first choice to ride in, over cotton or a synthetic, which would hold moisture and probably contribute to chafing.

https://www.ibexwear.com/shop/produc...womens-balance

[Skierchickie]

But, if you must, how about Ibex underwear? It's Merino wool, wicks moisture, is very comfortable. That would be my first choice to ride in, over cotton or a synthetic, which would hold moisture and probably contribute to chafing.

https://www.ibexwear.com/shop/produc...womens-balance

From my own personal Ibex bra experience, wool holds water like crazy (although not quite as bad as Patagonia bras)! And is kinda stretchy - I wonder if it might gap & sag & cause more chafing. Never had their undies, so I don't know what they're like - maybe it's a blend with something more form-holding and wicking than the bras?

[redrhodie]

From my own personal Ibex bra experience, wool holds water like crazy (although not quite as bad as Patagonia bras)! And is kinda stretchy - I wonder if it might gap & sag & cause more chafing. Never had their undies, so I don't know what they're like - maybe it's a blend with something more form-holding and wicking than the bras?

No, it's the same material. I have (and love) the briefs. I haven't had an issue with the bras holding water, though. For me, they're much better cotton sports bras for sweat. I don't even have to change out of them when I get to work. But, I haven't worn them in really hot weather, yet. Maybe that will be when it becomes an issue. I can imagine they might get heavy if they were really drenched.

[OakLeaf]

If I have to wear underwear while running - for instance if I'm wearing my multi-use thermal tights, or this one particular pair of shorts that's looser in the legs but has no built-in brief - the Ibex briefs are the ones I wear, and I adore them. I want to say the longest I've run in them is 18-20 miles, and not a bit of chafing. That's if I have to.

But on the bicycle is something else. You're sitting directly on whatever you're wearing. The chamois is made to protect your sensitive parts from chafing.

The whole reason for underwear is (1) under a skirt or loose shorts, so you have something between your parts and the fresh air and prying eyes , and (2) under pants, so you can wear them more than once before washing. Neither of those is true for cycling shorts!

[Skierchickie]

No, it's the same material. I have (and love) the briefs. I haven't had an issue with the bras holding water, though. For me, they're much better cotton sports bras for sweat. I don't even have to change out of them when I get to work. But, I haven't worn them in really hot weather, yet. Maybe that will be when it becomes an issue. I can imagine they might get heavy if they were really drenched.

Hmmm - maybe it's just me. I get pretty sweaty while skiing, and am chilled before I get home (so it isn't just a hot weather problem for me). I'd NEVER wear cotton bras - cotton kills! But my Ibex bras hold a lot of moisture. I sweat a lot. I could never go straight to work in one once I've worked out - I'd get chilled, plus my shirt would probably get pretty damp. I wear them all the time biking, but they are wet when I get done.

Everyone is different - I'm cursed with excessive sweatiness . Which is why I'd be afraid to try Ibex under bike shorts.

[WindingRoad]

This thread made me think of some of my more 'memorable' experiences riding in groups, lol. Definitely go commando, so much more comfy, but to all of those (usually guys) out there riding in shorts so old I can see the mole on yer butt, please replace your shorts.

[lph]

Truly, I think the solution is to either wear biking liners, or view shorts with chamois as underwear, and wear something thin and loose over them if you prefer. I used to wear underwear under bike shorts without trouble, but once I upped my distances and tried without, there was no going back. Chafing can kill the joy of biking.