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    • CommentAuthorLexB
    • CommentTimeMar 20th 2008
     
    LexB
    Hi There, I was hoping someone could recommend a good and affordable sports bra or somewhere I could find one in Vancouver (BC)? Everywhere I look they seem to cost a small fortune! $70 is a lot of money to me! Does anyone have any ideas? I need one for high impact sports as I'm also likely to be doing kickboxing in it. Cheers Lex
    • CommentAuthordaria.will
    • CommentTimeMar 20th 2008
     
    daria.will

    Hi Lex. I'm from New Zealand, and we get Bendon sports bras (an NZ brand) at pretty reasonable prices, but I'm betting they're more expensive in your part of the world.

    If I'm not wearing my Bendon sports bra, I'll use a no-name brand underwire sports bra and team it with either a lycra crop top (e.g. Adidas) or a running singlet with built-in support - reduces the "bounce factor" significantly! Embarassed

     One thing I would definitely recommend is getting professionally fitted for the bra you buy - so many women wear the wrong size, and after a 5km run, you'll know all about it!! You should be able to find a store near you that offers a complimentary fitting service.

    If you can stretch your budget, it's definitely worth buying one really good bra and doing some extra washing, than buying a couple of mediocre ones.

    Hope that helps - good luck finding something that works for you Laughing

    Daria

    • CommentAuthorjgreene47
    • CommentTimeMar 23rd 2008
     
    jgreene47
    Hi there..I run long distances and due to finances I cant justify spending the small fortune on sports bras...I usually double up cheaper ones or wear a singlet with built in on top over a   bras..works fine for me!...I don't have a huge chest but a nice sized one and I don't have too much of a "bounce factor"...lol..I have bad knees so i have to spend our xtra cash on shoes..lol..I hope this helps...the comment above mine was right now target!...Goodluck!!!
    • CommentAuthorfhermann75
    • CommentTimeMar 23rd 2008
     
    fhermann75

    Hi! I'm from Dana Point, California
    I am a 34 D and a sports bra is an absolute necessity when I do anything active.  I found thee best sports bra at Walmart believe it or not. Bestform is the brand and it was made in Canada actually.  I LOVE it and it was very inexpensive (14.00 US if I remember correctly).

     Good luck on your hunt!

     

    • CommentAuthorLexB
    • CommentTimeMar 24th 2008 edited
     
    LexB

    Hi Guys

    Thanks for that! Just been to Wall-Mart

    the socially conscious, environmentally aware part of me is beating myself up right now

    BUT I got two reasonably good sports bras and an extra support top for 40 bucks

    Can't argue with that!

    Thanks again!

    • CommentAuthorDiski
    • CommentTimeMar 25th 2008
     
    Diski

    Hi

    I am a big lady (40E) and have just invested in a shock absorber 4D+Max  bra - its a fantastic buy (£27 uk) and well worth the money.  I use it for all gym classes and running with no chafing and very little bounce. You don't say what size you are, but if you are bigger than a 'D' cup the 4DMax is the one to go for (the racer back gives the extra support) I have also heard that Enell bras are very good but I haven't tried these.

     I have done a little digging on your behalf and you can get these from www.boobydoo.co.uk www.amazon.com, or www.shockabsorber.com  

     

    Hope this has been helpful, good luck in your search.

     Diski

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    ryliebeth123

    hey if you have a Target around there then try there. thats were mine are from and i run in them everyday. they only cost 20 dollars at the most.

    • CommentAuthorjbluk
    • CommentTimeMar 26th 2008
     
    jbluk

    I got mine online since I do not shop at WalMart. I agree with Oprah, if you are large busted then a enell is a good choice.  You can get them for a lower price from sportsclothsandmore.com  They have a wide varity of sports bras. 

    • CommentAuthorsheree40
    • CommentTimeMar 27th 2008
     
    sheree40
    I'm an F cup and prior to finding Enell sports bras running was not even an option for me.  If you are in Australia/NZ the Enell is available from www.bellaforma.com.au.  Very easy to fit and very supportive!
    • CommentAuthorjmghn
    • CommentTimeMar 27th 2008
     
    jmghn

    I agree wholeheartedly.  If you're a busty lass (like me, DDs here!) you need to spend the small fortune or risk getting two black eyes and/or a concussion!  I got my Enell on sale for $45 direct from their website.  This was well over a year ago and I don't regret splurging in the least.  I wear it while jogging, biking, and swimming.  (I have yet to find a swimsuit top that has the appropriate amount of coverage for my gals.)

     So save up for a few months if you have to.  Remember, you get what you pay for in the bra department.

     Happy running all!

    -jen 

    • CommentAuthorSteviZutko
    • CommentTimeMar 27th 2008
     
    SteviZutko
    Can anyone recommend a brand that's good for the chafing factor?  I have really sensitive skin, and it seems like even the ones that have covered seams usually leave a big raw, red ring on my chest.  My solution for the past few years has been to just couple my sports bras with a regular bra underneath (good for the bounce factor, too!), but I'd love to find a single layer that would work without the pain!
    • CommentAuthorSinbot
    • CommentTimeMar 28th 2008
     
    Sinbot

    The only thing that I've found helpful in the chafing department is to slather on the vaseline before running.  (Under, over, around edges and seams.)  It's pretty icky, but works well.  Thankfully, I normally only have to resort to this on really cold days, but I pay dearly for it if I don't. 

    Thanks to everyone else for the bra advice.  I've been on the hunt for a new bra recently.  I'm a 36D and I prefer crop top styles because the straps don't fall off my shoulders when I'm running, but I have been having some serious difficulty finding the right style in my size.  I'll try a few of the websites you've mentioned.

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