Cough...ahem, going commando?

[Teresa1632]

I've treated myself to a new pair of running pants, and they have a small white panel on the side near the top. Not transparent, but you can def see the outline of my underwear.

So, I had a quick conversation with my running buddies about wearing underwear beneath running pants. (I cycle too, and go commando with cycling shorts, as the friction of underwear on the saddle can cause chafing. Cycling shorts are designed so that you're not supposed to wear knickers with them).

So, myself and running buddies are wondering if the same applies to running pants? Opinion is divided. Either way, the ladies will all secretly go commando for our next race, but not tell anyone. We can just giggle and glance knowingly at each other as we line up at the start. 😜

So, are you supposed to or not?

[Deals1 Graduate10]

Mmmm... I don't know. 😀🤣. Interesting question. I didn't know that about cycling shorts either.

I was chatting to one of my serious running pals a while ago about pants sometimes being 'uncomfortable' and she said she doesn't wear any. I've yet to try it.....

[Tasha99 Graduate10]

Omg no I’d never go commando! 🤣

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10]

I’ve never had any chafing in that department so the thought had never crossed my mind! 😅

[Glynis1 Graduate10]

Sorry, going ‘commando’ is not for me 😂. I wear good old M&S full briefs for running and I’ve never had any comfort issues 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️ xxx

[Oldlady57 in reply to Glynis1]

I’m with you there Glynis, Bridget Jones pants all the way (for running anyway😉) 😂😂

[Glynis1 Graduate10 in reply to Oldlady57]

Definitely 😂😂😂

[Irishprincess Graduate10]

I hate another layer so commando for me. But the cut of the leggings makes a huge difference to comfort. If they are short from waist to crotch then that can be bloody painful 😖 so I try to find leggings that are well made and are long in the body. That's why I love Sweaty Betty's 🙂

Most decent leggings have an in-built gusset which to me means you don't need another layer, but it's a personal thing and everyone is different so go with what's comfortable for you.

[misswobble Graduate10 in reply to Irishprincess]

In the depth of winter when it’s really cold I love my merino boxers They’re very neat mind you 😁. I do wear tights over the top 😁

[Teresa1632 Graduate10 in reply to Irishprincess]

I've noticed that my new running pants have the in built gusset. So, I'm going to try commando.

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate10 in reply to Irishprincess]

Dare I say it, but all my shorts and cycling shorts have what you call "a in-built gusset" that means you don't need to wear anything else.

[Teresa1632 Graduate10 in reply to AlMorr]

I've always gone commando on the bike. Hadn't considered it for running, but I will now!

[misswobble Graduate10]

You do as you like. It’s your call. During this hot, humid spell I think it’s a good idea. 😃👍

[backintime Graduate10]

Oh my lord, no commando for me...

I have walked the dogs commando (laundry crisis) but I don't sweat when I walk them, I need the extra layer to absorb some sweat lol

[Teresa1632 Graduate10 in reply to backintime]

I think the idea behind it is that the running pants are designed so they wick sweat away. So adding a layer of underwear is counterproductive. Or crispy underwear 😜

[backintime Graduate10 in reply to Teresa1632]

Oh...my leggings aren't designed like that, that's for sure.

[madmother Graduate10 in reply to Teresa1632]

😂🤣

[Julia187 Graduate10]

Commando for me

[Teresa1632 Graduate10]

Going to try that!

[UnfitNoMore Graduate10]

I’ve been commando since day one... highly recommended!

[SaskAlliecat Graduate10]

Commando for me for the most part. I have a pair of,egging that aren't comfortable commando so I bought some athletic knickers to wear then. In the winter, I'll often wear underwear just because it is bloody cold in the Canadian winters!

[Dexy5 Graduate10]

I’d say that if they’ve got a lined gusset then they should be ok. Some of my capris are like that, but my shorts aren’t.

[Runningfit Graduate10]

I like runderwear to go under

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Always commando for me!

[GoGo_JoJo Graduate10]

If they're "gusseted" yep, go for it.

I'm loving summer shorts with built in briefs, not sure I want to go back to leggings and knickers!

[Slinkymalinki Graduate10]

I'm a commando cyclist as well! I've got some runderwear knicks for running but find they do 'wedge' even though they're not supposed to. As others have said, some of my shorts/leggings would be ok commando but not others. I love that your club is going to experiment! I think I'll conduct my own....😉

[Teresa1632 Graduate10 in reply to Slinkymalinki]

You'll have to report back!

[madmother Graduate10]

Well, this is an interesting thread. I think I may try commando myself 🤔. My knickers drive me mad!!! Lol

Never even thought of knickerless solution!!!

[Footleg 60minGraduate]

Just like GoGo_JoJo my shorts have built in briefs (very comfy) otherwise I'd run in big knockers and shorts. My friend showed me a thread about commandos chaffing so you really must report back!

[Pete1w]

I'll never look at a female runner in the same way again.....🤔🤔🤔

[GoGo_JoJo Graduate10 in reply to Pete1w]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[Teresa1632 Graduate10 in reply to Pete1w]

Well, it applies to all genders! You'll need to conduct your own experiment too. All the Male cyclists in my cycling club go commando.

[Pete1w in reply to Teresa1632]

I tried running commando when I first started my C25K. The gentleman area certainly didn't appreciate all the jiggling about. Hence the purchase of compression pants. I can't comment on the male cycling fraternity.😆😆

[Teresa1632 Graduate10 in reply to Pete1w]

🤣🤣