do "running underwear" make a difference other than price?

cynfullcyn
cynfullcyn Posts: 81 Member
edited November 8 in Social Groups
do "running underwear" make a difference other than in price?

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  • bert16
    bert16 Posts: 726 Member
    I wouldn't know, since I don't wear underwear when I run :blushing: , but I'd imagine the idea is to have a wicking fabric to reduce moisture "down there". If that doesn't tend to be an issue for you, seems like it wouldn't be worth it! Heck, even if it is an issue, my approach would be a cheaper solution.
  • FoxyMcDeadlift
    FoxyMcDeadlift Posts: 771 Member
    If i wear anything under my lycra, it tends to chafe. Free as a bird
  • DontThinkJustRun
    DontThinkJustRun Posts: 248 Member
    I NEVER wear underwear, so no I don't think they make a difference LOL!
  • arc918
    arc918 Posts: 2,037 Member
    I have to wear some sort of "runderwear" or my junk gets chafed. I don't wear underwear per se, but I wear short length tights under my running shorts.
  • bert16
    bert16 Posts: 726 Member
    I must say, I never really thought I'd be sharing the details of my underwear fashions (or lack thereof) with all of you... I feel so much closer to you all now! :laugh:
  • cynfullcyn
    cynfullcyn Posts: 81 Member
    hahahha thanks for the replys! i saw that they had "running underwear" and roadrunners when i went in and started to wonder if they actually make a difference
  • rybo
    rybo Posts: 5,424 Member
    To me yes they make a huge difference. If I'm not wearing the running shorts w/the built in briefs, then I go with UA or some cheaper pair of spandex/wicking "shorts" . They really help with chafing and wicking away the sweat
  • ryno0618
    ryno0618 Posts: 361
    I wear Nike dri-fit or UA compression shorts. They make a big difference. No chaffing of any sort. At $25 a pair, yes, they are pricey. But so worth it. I pretty much wear them for all exercise now, but most importantly distance running and basketball.
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