The award-winning Maaree Solidarity high-impact sports bra is engineered for high-impact activities, featuring an adjustable overband to minimise upward motion. Its high-coverage design means it can be worn on its own. This versatile sports bra offers two styling options: a traditional H-back or a racerback. It comes with a 12-month guarantee and is available in 45 sizes, covering a wide range of cup and band measurements. I put it to the test to see how it fared against the best sports bras for horse riding.
Colours: Black, white, forest green or spearmint
Sizes: 28–38in back, D–HH cup
First impressions of the Maaree Solidarity sports bra
I was lucky enough to catch up with the Maaree team at the National Equine Show where I was fitted specifically for a Solidarity high-impact sports bra. Since breastfeeding, I have found it difficult to find the right support especially when riding, but this sports bra made me feel supported and comfortable again.
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During my fitting I was surprised to go up a cup size and down a band size, ending up with a size 34FF. I would strongly recommend taking advantage of their bra fittings, which they offer either in person at events or via Zoom as it could make all the difference. The back has multiple hook-and-eye settings, the shoulder straps and overband are adjustable, and it can even be converted into a racerback.
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Overview of performance
This fitted really well with plenty of adjustment, which allowed me to get the perfect fit. It was comfortable and the overband made a real difference. It has washed well and shows no signs of wear even after regular use. I have worn this bra for the last three months for schooling, hacking, jumping, running on the treadmill and even the odd boogie bounce class and I cannot fault it.
I feel much more supported than my previous sports bra with noticeable less bounce, thanks to the overband. I also love that you can wear it as a racerback for times you need extra support and usually opt for this style. I have not suffered any chafing under the breasts because the support band is wide and well-fitted, so doesn’t rub when you move. I also noticed I didn’t get as hot and sweaty as I have done in other sports bras. It also didn’t dig in anywhere, so I often forgot I had a sports bra on at times.
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Overall, this is a flattering sports bra that provides good support. I would strongly recommend this sports bra if your budget can stretch and you are looking for all-day support and comfort. I like it as I can wear it at the yard and the gym for long periods of time and it offers support without feeling restricted.
Verdict
*H&H Approved* This is the most comfortable and well fitted sports bra I own. I was finding riding uncomfortable, especially after having a baby, but this sports bra is amazing. I would highly recommend it – as well as the professional fitting.
Who tested the Maaree Solidarity High-Impact Sports Bra?
Franchesca Slack is H&H’s products editor. She has ridden since a very young age thanks to her mum being a riding instructor. Franchesca now keeps her three horses on DIY livery – an Irish Draught and two Shire horses who she enjoys hacking and riding on the beach. She usually rides up to five times a week and is a member of her local riding club, competing her friends horse “Barbie” in dressage, showjumping and cross-country.
Franchesca is Horse & Hound’s Products Editor. She produces all of our buying guides and gift guides, as well as organising product testing and bringing you news about the latest products to hit the market. If there’s a new launch, Franchesca is the first person to hear about it. She brings you the best deals and is passionate about arming Horse & Hound’s readers with honest, unbiased product reviews. Franchesca loves letting riders and horse owners know what products are coming out, how to make their lives easier and how to spend their money wisely.
