Ladies only - need bra advice

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Ameriscot

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We spend the winters in a place that is 30C/86F and humid with rarely any variation. So far I've been unable to find a wicking bra that keeps me cool enough and doesn't need to be peeled off. Not small, so need good support. Lots of you live in climates that are very hot in summer. Any advice? Favourite brand?

Ralphy, this is NOT for you, and no, there won't be any photos. :playful:
 

Last winter I would often wear a bikini top under my tank top so that when we got home and got ready to jump in the pool to cool off. Then I wouldn't have to struggle to get off a sweaty bra that was glued to me. Maybe I should just buy a bunch of bikini tops and wear those?
 
Ruthanne said:
Mine don't but I don't do things that make me sweat heavily only moderately. :)
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We often ride bicycles in Thailand in 86F humid heat, and up a couple of hills. So I sweat gallons! Being outdoors in the middle of the day gets really sweaty.
 
Ruthanne said:
Why don't you try purchasing a cotton one and see if it will hold up in the heat.
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I think I'll try several types and see what works. I tried to buy one in Thailand last winter but there wasn't a single one in the shops that we big enough. Thai women seem to be quite small.
 
Ameriscot said:
Last winter I would often wear a bikini top under my tank top so that when we got home and got ready to jump in the pool to cool off. Then I wouldn't have to struggle to get off a sweaty bra that was glued to me. Maybe I should just buy a bunch of bikini tops and wear those?
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That sounds like a good idea.
 
Ameriscot said:
:crying: Because I hate when they get caught in my bicycle chain.
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Annie I'm just on my first cup of coffee so excuse me if I'm not fully awake.

You must ride a bike differently than I do.....I can't figure out how in the hell your bra is getting caught in your bicycle chain ?
 
IKE said:
Annie I'm just on my first cup of coffee so excuse me if I'm not fully awake.

You must ride a bike differently than I do.....I can't figure out how in the hell your bra is getting caught in your bicycle chain ?
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LOL. Ralphy suggested I go braless, which would result in droopage - and thus get caught in the bike chain. Okay, a bit of exaggeration....
 
Ameriscot said:
LOL. Ralphy suggested I go braless, which would result in droopage - and thus get caught in the bike chain. Okay, a bit of exaggeration....
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Okay now I get it.....LOL

You got me to thinking Annie, as we get older us fellas could possibly have the same problem with droopage and a certain part of our anatomy while on a bike because our bits also tend to sag with age and are kinda closer to the chain to begin with.

Speaking only for myself but there ain't no way in hell I'm ever going to ride a bike again.
 
IKE said:
Okay now I get it.....LOL

You got me to thinking Annie, as we get older us fellas could possibly have the same problem with droopage and a certain part of our anatomy while on a bike because our bits also tend to sag with age and are kinda closer to the chain to begin with.

Speaking only for myself but there ain't no way in hell I'm ever going to ride a bike again.
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LOL. We spend lots of time on our bikes, including my nearly 68 year old hubby. So far, no injuries.
 
IKE said:
Annie I'm just on my first cup of coffee so excuse me if I'm not fully awake.

You must ride a bike differently than I do.....I can't figure out how in the hell your bra is getting caught in your bicycle chain ?
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Drink your coffee... and take a moment to think about it.
 
Ruthanne said:
Who gave that advice?
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Several websites on what to wear in a hot and humid climate. The cotton just gets soggy and could cause skin problems. I don't wear cotton knickers either - I wear wicking ones. They get damp but not soggy and clingy.
 
Ameriscot said:
Several websites on what to wear in a hot and humid climate. The cotton just gets soggy and could cause skin problems. I don't wear cotton knickers either - I wear wicking ones. They get damp but not soggy and clingy.
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What is wicking? I wear all cotton undies but stay out of the heat as much as possible. What kind of bras do the websites recommend?
 
Ruthanne said:
What is wicking? I wear all cotton undies but stay out of the heat as much as possible. What kind of bras do the websites recommend?
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Wicking fabrics are modern technical fabrics which draw moisture away from the body. They are made of high-tech polyester, which, unlike cotton, absorbs very little water. Cotton will absorb 7% of its weight in water, polyester only 0.4%.

You don't seem to go where it's very hot and humid which is why cotton is okay for you.

I haven't found any good recommendations for wicking bras yet. My gym tops are wicking but my wicking bras don't work that well.
 

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