Underwear for Running...

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James_H
James_H Posts: 48
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Hello... I have a slightly embarassing issue in that I can't find any underwear (Pants, to us Brits) which is comfortable to wear under shorts for running.

You can read all about the actual issue I am having in my blog here:

http://giggingforever.blogspot.co.uk/2012/04/only-in-your-underwear.html

But does anyone know of any really good running underwear that won't cause me the same problems?

Thanks in advance!
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  • mmk137
    mmk137 Posts: 833 Member
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    have you thought about 'skins'

    that might be another option too.
  • BerryH
    BerryH Posts: 4,698 Member
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    Hahaha, love it! Wear short running tights, with baggy shorts over the top if you're shy, and go commando. You can get baggy shorts with supportive underwear built in, but you might still get the chafing from the baggy bits on the "upper leg". You can get specialist running briefs, but I don't know any chaps who bother.
  • lacroyx
    lacroyx Posts: 5,754 Member
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    I like New Balance compression shorts/underwear.
  • SwindonJogger
    SwindonJogger Posts: 325 Member
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    i like the 3" under armour boxer shorts for running.
  • MelanieAG05
    MelanieAG05 Posts: 359 Member
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    Pants, pants, pants - the blog is hilarious!

    I must pay more attention when I am running on a the treadmill which is in between two running men :laugh:

    Seriously though, have you tried wearing cycling shorts as Pants under your running shorts?
  • James_H
    James_H Posts: 48
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    Thanks for the hints guys!

    I think compression underwear or shorts with regular baggy shorts over the top have to be the way to go.

    I will head down to my local running shop tomorrow!
  • glonigan
    glonigan Posts: 82
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    like the Nike Combat 6" as they are a little more breathable than my UnderArmor compression shorts. Also a stick of body glide is a must have for me.
  • Cathebass
    Cathebass Posts: 6 Member
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    How about some coarsely woven hessian briefs? :)
  • James_H
    James_H Posts: 48
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    Ooh, now there's a plan! I think I have some sandbags lying around here...
  • kate_sunflower
    kate_sunflower Posts: 152 Member
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    Maybe TMI but I've always gone commando - perhaps a different story for men but hey it might feel good! :laugh:
  • Hodar
    Hodar Posts: 338 Member
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    You will find the Body Armor and Nike compression shorts running in the $30-50 range, here in the States.

    We have a Walmart that sells a knock-off product in the $15-25 range, I would imagine there would be a similar product over there. I'm all about saving money where I can - and as they are going to be under your running shorts - no one but you will now you aren't sporting a 'name' brand.

    Perhaps the Nike and Body Armor are better, but for the limited running I do, I prefer to save the $$.
  • EricNCSU
    EricNCSU Posts: 699 Member
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    I wear Nike Dri Fit running shorts, which have a sewn in brief (like a bathing suit, but solid, not mesh). But I chafed pretty bad during my half marathon, so if that's your problem, that may not help. I haven't had any issues lately though. I dont wear anything else under it, just the shorts.
  • Hodar
    Hodar Posts: 338 Member
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    Maybe TMI but I've always gone commando - perhaps a different story for men but hey it might feel good! :laugh:
    Doesn't work the same for guys, different plumbing and stuff. The 'Boys' get chaffed, and that is a very tender area to get rubbed raw. It's quite literally the gift that keeps on giving, day and night.
  • wombat94
    wombat94 Posts: 352 Member
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    Definitely agree with the Nike combat or the Under Armor heat gear... I have both. For me, the Under Armor fit a bit more comfortably, but both do the job.

    Ted
  • James_H
    James_H Posts: 48
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    Thanks very much everyone- just popped out to my local sports shop and managed to pick up one pair of Nike combat and one pair of Under Armor compression pants/ shorts!

    Let's see how it goes next time I head out...
  • mrtrik
    mrtrik Posts: 31
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    no underwear. a good pair of lined running shorts. The fewer layers and material thickness the better. And as someone else said... Body Glide is your friend.
  • dmf80
    dmf80 Posts: 60
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    Maybe TMI but I've always gone commando - perhaps a different story for men but hey it might feel good! :laugh:
    Doesn't work the same for guys, different plumbing and stuff. The 'Boys' get chaffed, and that is a very tender area to get rubbed raw. It's quite literally the gift that keeps on giving, day and night.

    Oh it works alright. I have been doing it for years with no issue. COMMANDO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • kuregisto
    kuregisto Posts: 124 Member
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    Bicycle shorts underneath a pair of regular shorts. It's the only solution that allows me to run comfortably for multiple - um, carrying and jostling - reasons.

    Not all of them are suitable to the task, though. Buy a single pair and test before buying extras. I've had no luck with one particular UnderArmor product (no support, so jostling ache isn't prevented). But once you find something that works, stock up. Manufacturers occasionally change or stop carrying a product line, and then you're back in the "testing" phase again. And since I only wear them for running, they last a ridiculously long time.
  • scribb
    scribb Posts: 3,659 Member
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    You can always go with a good athletic supporter. The support well, and breath well.
  • scribb
    scribb Posts: 3,659 Member
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    Maybe TMI but I've always gone commando - perhaps a different story for men but hey it might feel good! :laugh:
    Doesn't work the same for guys, different plumbing and stuff. The 'Boys' get chaffed, and that is a very tender area to get rubbed raw. It's quite literally the gift that keeps on giving, day and night.

    Oh it works alright. I have been doing it for years with no issue. COMMANDO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I find I need support for longer distances, but commando under running tights or shorts does work

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