If an equestrian claims to have never been uncomfortable in the saddle while wearing their normal underwear, they’re telling you a fib – despite this, specially designed underwear for horse riders is often overlooked (as is a good sports bra, believe it or not). We believe comfort is key, so we’ve rounded up a selection of the best underwear for horses riders (both male and female) in one place so you can find a pair that might suit you.
The best underwear for equestrians is comfortable – no one appreciates rubbing, chaffing, riding up or a wedgie, and definitely not when you’re on a hack an hour away from home. Secondly, due to the nature and design of breeches, a VPL (visible panty line) is a great concern to riders, so you’ll be pleased to know that this is something that equestrian-specific underwear has under control. Comfortable underwear is also particularly important for riders going through the menopause.
These cotton/Lycra briefs are available in three styles – classic (no padding), primo (front padding) or plus (front and rear padding). They have a high-leg style, 30mm comfort waistband, soft binding to the legs and a seam-free seat. The padding is discreet using 3mm specialist foam for a cushioned ride.
Specifications
Colours:: Black or white
Sizes:: XS–L
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Derriere Equestrian Female Performance Panty
These pants from Derriere Equestrian are designed to eradicate visible lines and ensure no rubbing, chaffing or abrasions are created due to stitched seams. These pants feature naked, bonded seams and are made of a soft, supportive and stretchy fabric. This fabric has wicking and bacteriostatic properties that help to fight odour. Also available in a padded version, which protects the perineal area from friction and the resultant discomfort.
Specifications
Colours:: White, black, purple or nude
Sizes:: S–XL
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Equetech Symmetry Shorts
Developed with Childeric Saddles and top dressage riders in the UK, these Equetech shorts are designed to assist your pelvis symmetry in the saddle. They feature a 10mm foam panel that can be positioned on the left or right seatbone, to aid balance of the pelvis and ensure equal balance through each leg. Other features include non-chaff binding, comfort waistband and seam free seat.
Specifications
Colours:: White
Sizes:: XS–L
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Derriere Equestrian The G
Made using sporting technology fabric, these are designed to be VPL-free with no stitched seams to prevent rubbing, chaffing or abrasions. An ideal choice for riders who want to wear minimal underwear without the discomfort associated with doing so.
Specifications
Colours:: Nude
Sizes:: S–L
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Equetech Dressage Briefs
These low-leg briefs offer hip and pelvis support as well as integrated tummy support. Like the Equetech Bikini Briefs, they are available in three styles – classic (no padding), primo (front padding) or plus (front and rear padding). They have a 30mm comfort waistband, soft binding to the legs and a seam-free seat. The 3mm specialist foam padding is discreet.
Specifications
Colours:: Black or white
Sizes:: XS–L
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Fanny Adams Sports Hipsters
Handmade from high grade cotton, these Fanny Adams pants were designed specifically for horse riding. They don’t ride up, have a VPL, chaff or blister, but stay comfortably in one place. Also available in full brief style and bespoke size and shape options.
Specifications
Colours:: Black, nude or five other patterns
Sizes:: XS–L
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Eques Pante Knee-length Underwear
These pants from Eques Pante have a slimming and contoured waistband, with rash protection down to the knee. They are made of a moisture-wicking and breathable fabric and don’t produce a VPL.
Specifications
Colours:: Navy, grey, rose or combinations
Sizes:: XS–XL
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Seducci Jane Zero Boxers
These seam- and stitch-free boxer-style shorts from Seducci are lightweight, moisture wicking, soft and breathable. They are described as 100% invisible, too.
Specifications
Colours:: Black, anthracite, iris or ocean
Sizes:: 3 sizes
Underwear for male horse riders
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Derriere Equestrian Performance Padded Shorty
These shorts from Derriere Equestrian are designed to eradicate visible seamlines and ensure no rubbing, chaffing or abrasions are created due to stitched seams. Made with breathable, stretchy and odour-resistant fabric, these shorts incorporate the Padded Support System, which provides male riders with supportive, soft, and comfortable undergarments that offer protection from friction and discomfort. Also available without padding.
Specifications
Colours:: Black, white or purple
Sizes:: S–L/XL
These shorts from Derriere Equestrian are designed to eradicate visible seamlines and ensure no rubbing, chaffing or abrasions are created due to stitched seams. Made with breathable, stretchy and odour-resistant fabric, these shorts incorporate the Padded Support System, which provides male riders with supportive, soft, and comfortable undergarments that offer protection from friction and discomfort. Also available without padding.
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Equetech Boxer Shorts
These cycling-short-style briefs from Equetech offer hip and pelvis support and feature a non-chaff binding, comfort waistband and seam free seat. They are available in Classic style or Plus, which has a higher level of protection to the front and seat area and are padded throughout the seat and front gusset.
Specifications
Colours:: Black or white
Sizes:: S–XL
These cycling-short-style briefs from Equetech offer hip and pelvis support and feature a non-chaff binding, comfort waistband and seam free seat. They are available in Classic style or Plus, which has a higher level of protection to the front and seat area and are padded throughout the seat and front gusset.
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Seducci Joe Zero Boxers
These seam- and stitch-free boxer shorts from Seducci are lightweight, moisture wicking, soft and breathable. They are described as 100% invisible, too.
Specifications
Colours:: Black or anthracite
Sizes:: 2 sizes
These seam- and stitch-free boxer shorts from Seducci are lightweight, moisture wicking, soft and breathable. They are described as 100% invisible, too.
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Derriere Equestrian DE Sport Seamless Shorty
Designed for stretch, to fit and conform to the body’s natural shape, these shorts are VPL-free and and ensure no rubbing, chaffing or abrasions thanks to no stitched seams. They feature an integrated waistband for a comfortable fit and have no side seams, which maximises comfort in the saddle.
Specifications
Colours:: Black or white
Sizes:: S–L/XL
Designed for stretch, to fit and conform to the body’s natural shape, these shorts are VPL-free and and ensure no rubbing, chaffing or abrasions thanks to no stitched seams. They feature an integrated waistband for a comfortable fit and have no side seams, which maximises comfort in the saddle.
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Freddie Adams Sports Underwear
Originally made to wear with breeches, these handmade pants from Freddie Adams are now often also worn by runners, cyclists and golfers. They are soft and breathable, yet firm enough to offer support. These garments are made with no elastic, which means no digging in, no irritation, and no visible lines.
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Specifications
Colours:: Black, nude or six fun patterns
Sizes:: S–3XL
Originally made to wear with breeches, these handmade pants from Freddie Adams are now often also worn by runners, cyclists and golfers. They are soft and breathable, yet firm enough to offer support. These garments are made with no elastic, which means no digging in, no irritation, and no visible lines.
Horse & Hound magazine, out every Thursday, is packed with all the latest news and reports, as well as interviews, specials, nostalgia, vet and training advice. Find how you can enjoy the magazine delivered to your door every week, plus options to upgrade your subscription to access our online service that brings you breaking news and reports as well as other benefits.
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