Sports Bras!

[SallyRides]

You might want to google Shock Absorber bras. They come in band/cup sizes, including smaller band/larger cups. They have different levels of support, so you can find ones for biking, running, etc. They tend to run a bit tight in the band. I normally wear a 30 band, but need a 32 in these bras. Cup sizes run pretty true. They aren't pretty, but if you are looking for support, they are awesome bras.

SR

[OakLeaf]

Anyone have a recommendation for an encapsulation bra for a small bust? I've been wearing compression all these years, but now with my ribcage/shoulder injury it isn't the best, plus Champion changed the weave of my favorite bra anyway so it's much less supportive and my b00bs sneak down under the band. I need longer straps - Moving Comfort seems to wind up with the band halfway up my b00bs - but really would prefer NON adjustable straps since the adjusters always chafe.

A lot to ask ...

[Catrin]

Anyone have a recommendation for an encapsulation bra for a small bust? I've been wearing compression all these years, but now with my ribcage/shoulder injury it isn't the best, plus Champion changed the weave of my favorite bra anyway so it's much less supportive and my b00bs sneak down under the band. I need longer straps - Moving Comfort seems to wind up with the band halfway up my b00bs - but really would prefer NON adjustable straps since the adjusters always chafe. A lot to ask ...

Oakleaf, I don't know how the Moving Comfort Juno does for smaller sizes, but I really like how the straps adjust. They adjust in the FRONT, where the strap meets the cups, it is a simple velcro-like attachment that goes through a loop and then attaches. Hard to describe, and it isn't sensitive to the skin at all. The Juno isn't a real encapsulation design but it isn't the real uniboob look that my other Moving Comfort is. I can provide a picture of what I am trying to describe if you are interested, I've not seen anything like it.

I've been looking at this Freya Active Molded Spacer Racerback bra. It comes in black, fully encapsulated, racerback (a requirement for me), and comes in every size imaginable. I will probably eventually pull the trigger.

[Catrin]

You might want to google Shock Absorber bras. They come in band/cup sizes, including smaller band/larger cups. They have different levels of support, so you can find ones for biking, running, etc. They tend to run a bit tight in the band. I normally wear a 30 band, but need a 32 in these bras. Cup sizes run pretty true. They aren't pretty, but if you are looking for support, they are awesome bras.

SR

Thanks for the suggestion. I've not heard of them before. They do look interesting, and it is quickly becoming apparent that whatever I try isn't going to be cheap...If the Freya doesn't work for me I will give this a shot - though I've not yet pulled the trigger on the Freya since I just got the Juno (even if it is too small).

[Becky]

I had reasonably good results with Shock Absorber, pre-correct sizing. Now, alas, they don't make their awesome run bra in a big enough cup size for me. I have high hopes that this will change! Based on that experience, I'd definitely recommend it if it comes in your size!

FWIW, the Panache sports bra that I wear has convertible racerback straps. The hook is very durable and easy to fasten, and the bra is supportive enough that I only need the racerback for some tops, not for extra support.

[Catrin]

They seem to have only one with the right band/cup mix for me, and it isn't in a racerback strap. I've tried convertible straps in the past and it's just not worked out for me. Have you tried any of the Freya bras? I really like the looks of the one I linked to - full encapsulation, racerback, massive range of sizes AND it is in black. I've sent a question to HerRoom about some of the reviews that indicates the band seems to run a bit small to try and decide what size I might order. A 30 band seems awfully small - but I measured my HRM strap and it is about 26.5 inches (it stretches) so as small as a 30 band sounds...I might go with a 32 band though since I've a 31 band measurement.

[Becky]

Catrin, I wear some of their everyday bras, and they're very well-built. I've never tried the Freya sports bra, in part because they rarely go on sale and they're almost always excluded from coupon codes. Panache bras, OTOH, are usually eligible for codes.

Let us know how you like the Freya racerback!

[Catrin]

Catrin, I wear some of their everyday bras, and they're very well-built. I've never tried the Freya sports bra, in part because they rarely go on sale and they're almost always excluded from coupon codes. Panache bras, OTOH, are usually eligible for codes.

Let us know how you like the Freya racerback!

It sounds like I better take advantage of the sale while I can - thanks! I am tired of my b**bs being tender after an intense workout due to a poorly fitting bra. I will let you know what I think of it - I've never had a sports bra that encapsulates my girls.