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Shock Absorber's Run Active bra is rubbish since they became Champion Sport

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Blueplant · 17/06/2026 17:44

I've been wearing these bras multiple times a week for years. I have some old faded ones that are 10+ years old and still going strong. All the ones branded Champion Sport are broken - the "glued" slots for the adustable straps come unstuck/peel away.

I liked these because you get a racer back that comes fully undone. I can't be doing with wrestling my sweaty body out of anything that needs to go over your head.

Does anyone know of a good alternative? A racer back style for under vests, that opens fully at the back, top level support for running.

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JohnnyMcGrathSaysFuckOff · 05/07/2026 21:13

My go to running/ plyo bra is Enell

Google it!

Looks like body armour, but you don't move in it at. All.

TheFlyingPenguin · 04/07/2026 17:21

Stickykidney · 04/07/2026 11:50

Agree!!! Just not the same at all now and again I have been buying them for years. Tried decathlon but got too much movement.
Are the maaree ones proper scaffolding hold?

Yes. They have back & side adjustments. And also have support across the top to stop bounce without crushing your ribs. Different styles to choose from so pick the one which suits you best.

Stickykidney · 04/07/2026 11:50

Agree!!! Just not the same at all now and again I have been buying them for years. Tried decathlon but got too much movement.
Are the maaree ones proper scaffolding hold?

WhosGotTheKeysToMyBimma · 04/07/2026 09:45

Also a long term fan of shock absorber with old faded bras! I have a couple of the newer ones and I agree on the "quality" of them.

I've actually been looking at Maaree so it's good to hear they have worked.

I need a bra that is tight around the ribs or I get horrible chafing. Anything that goes over the head or doesnt have a proper clasp is a no for for me.

AMouseWithValour · 18/06/2026 21:39

I like the look of Maree.

I bought a LDNR one and it is brilliant if you need high impact in a larger size. I used to swear by Shock Absorber but I agree, the new ones are rubbish.

Dokushozanmai · 17/06/2026 18:39

TheFlyingPenguin · 17/06/2026 17:54

take a look at the maaree collection - supportive & last a long time.

https://www.maaree.com/collections/sports-bras?

I second Maaree. They fit well - I like the solidarity bra.

beigetriangle · 17/06/2026 18:00

the best I found are the contortionist style ones from decathlon.
maybe not good if you are of extensive norkage but 'midrange' fit well.