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32 FA L L 2 014 U N TAC K E D TEST LAB >> Sporteze Minimal Bounce Zip-Front I'm partial to bras that are easy on and off. It's just not very pleasant to fumble behind your back and get a cramp in your shoulder as you contort your body in order to button down your bust. I'm also no fan of struggling to get that sweaty racer- back off on a hot day. So I was immediately drawn to Sporteze's simple zip-front bra. If show shirts and tall boots come in zippered models for easy, efficient wardrobe changes, why not bras? I also appreciated that it's machine washable and dryable and comes in small-2X sizing. When ordering online these days— and let's be honest, who isn't ordering online?—it can be hard to know how a particular brand will fit. These run a bit small, so if you're between sizes order one size up, but there's enough give in the mate- rial that you won't have to buy three different sizes in order to be sure one will be the >>Moving Comfort Fiona The Fiona is Moving Comfort's No. 1 selling bra, and I understand why. It covers all my bases: serious control, adjustability and long-lasting comfort. While this is absolutely a heavy- duty bra, it's lightweight, simple and goes on like normal lingerie. You just reach behind your back to close the three sets of hook-and-eye clasps, no Ph.D. in bra fastening required—alt- hough I admit it requires a bit more muscle than my normal daywear. The wide, solid straps have Vel- cro tabs so you can adjust the height of the cups. At first I wondered if these might lose their "stick" over time, but I've run a half-marathon in this bra and ridden countless cross- country courses and never had a strap threaten to slip or slide. Fiona's molded cups provide a bit of a shape; while I don't object to smushed breasts in the name of bounce control, it's not ideal. An interior front yoke helps prevent the dreaded and painful vertical breast movement. It's made of DriLayer polyester and spandex, which mini- mizes sweating and makes it easy to care for. The band is about an inch wide and made of ribbed material. If I have any complaints about this bra, it's that on long runs, and I mean 10 miles plus, it does start to chafe a bit >> TESTER #3 Size: 36C Needs: As a reasonably well-endowed rider and recent convert to long(er) distance running, total bounce control is my highest priority. When I'm going out on the town, I'm happy to show off the girls, but if I'm wearing a riding coat or running tee, I want as little movement as possible in the chest area. I only draw the line when my bra makes it hard to breathe. Pet Peeve: Bras that chafe or cause back pain. Because my extra-curric- ular outdoor activities take up most of my free time, I often end up wearing my sports bra for hours at a time or even all day. I've learned the hard way that wearing the wrong sports bra for too long can lead to painful results. around my rib cage. This has never been an issue for me while riding or during any other activity. The Bottom Line: I bought one in every color. If you want serious support and adjustability in a simple, lightweight bra, the Fiona is my top pick. The Details: Retails from $28-$46. Available in black, white and every color of the rainbow and in band sizes from 30 to 44 and cup sizes B-DD. Order online at MovingCom- fort.com or at a variety of other online retailers. perfect fit. This bra was "inspired by the sitting trot," and when it comes to bounce-free support, you won't be disappointed. The girls stay in place, as does the bra, leaving you free to focus on more important things, like riding your horse. This model of Sporteze is also cut long in front to provide extra protection against rolling, and extra wide straps prevent shoulder pain. If the Sporteze Minimal Bounce Zip-Front bra has a weakness, it's the look of the thing. This is decid- edly sports wear, not lingerie. Yes, if you're larger chested, then you'll be displaying uniboob in the Sporteze. It doesn't separate and shape your breasts; it firmly keeps them in place. You might even get a little sweat trickle down the front on a hot day, although it does feature a quick-dry material to help wick perspiration away from your body. For me, sports bras don't need to be sexy. They need to do their job, and this bra left me locked down and ready for action. The Bottom Line: This is a com- fortable, supportive workhorse of a sports bra that gets the job done. The Details: Retails for $43.99. Available in sizes S-2X (roughly suited to 32A-40DD), in colors black, white or natural. Email info@ sporteze.com to find your closest equestrian retailer. Moving Comfort Fiona Sporteze Minimal Bounce Zip-Front

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