TEST LAB
What’s Best Under Breeches Finding the perfect underwear for riding is no simple matter. Every woman wants something that stays in place, feels comfortable, and does its job of protecting your sensitive parts from the saddle while remaining invisible to the outside world. If it looks cute to boot, that’s a serious bonus. We put a variety of options to the test. By SAR A LIESER
COMFORT:
COMFORT:
4/4
4/4
STAY-PUT FACTOR:
STAY-PUT FACTOR:
3/4
4/4
VPL:
VPL:
3/4
3/4 MEUNDIES WOMEN’S BIKINI
Comfort is internet sensation MeUndies’ claim to fame, thanks to the Lenzing MicroModal material used to create “softer-than-soft basics for everybody.” The company makes underwear in a variety of patterns and colors—ranging from adorable to downright odd—and features all the normal cuts: cheeky brief, bikini, boyshort, thong and lacy thong. You can also subscribe and get underwear delivered monthly or save by buying by the pack (but beware—you don’t get to control the colors in your pack). These lived up to their billing as super soft and comfortable underwear for riding, although the bikinis did shift a little after a good round of sitting trot in a dressage saddle. They are not quite invisible under white breeches, but close. However, if quick drying material is your No. 1 priority, these wouldn’t be my first choice. The material feels more soft and cotton-y rather than high-tech. Learn more: meundies.com Sizes: XS to 2XL Cost: $16
26 JULY/AUGUST 2017
U N TAC K E D
EXOFFICIO GIVE-N-GO SPORT MESH BIKINI BRIEF ExOfficio aims to remove one of the hassles of travel by offering quick drying, lightweight, odor-resistant basic underwear, as well as other travel-friendly clothing. Their Give-N-Go Sport Mesh line is perfect for riding. They are indeed ultra-light and breathable, but the fabric stays put while flat seams prevent chafing. While the bikini model did show lines, they also offer a “hipkini” model, which offers more coverage, as well as 2" boy shorts, 4" boy shorts, thongs and a high cut bikini brief. The colors and cuteness factor leave a little to be desired, but if sport performance outweighs your fashion concerns, definitely give these a try. Learn more: exofficio.com Sizes: XS to XL Cost: $24
