Is this tan? Is it yellow? My eyes are playing tricks on me...
*so close,* but I am just sized out of this bra r.n.
I thought I would give this bra a whirl b/c Syrokan has some decent reviews on bratabase.
This sports bra is available on amazon canada in band sizes 32 - 40 w/cups B-F, and 42B-E.
When I got this package I was confused as to what I ordered, since the package was from Ontario, and amazon said this would be shipped from China. Also it was supposed to arrive from 31 May - 21 June, so it was way early. Anyway, when I pulled ...it this out, I thought, "This bra is waaayyy too big..." but then I could barely fit into it, lol. I think I was just comparing it to my previous sports bras (tiny).
This is my first bra-sized (aka, out of matrix sizes) sports bra that is close to fitting. I can't really give you a full review b/c I haven't gone running in this or anything, but I will just tell you my impressions in case someone is thinking of ordering this model.
The good: 1) Price: $31.99 cad (+ free shipping through amazon), which is about half of a shock absorber or panache sports bra (in Canada). 2) Comfort level: Awesome.
The straps are maybe the best part of this entire sports bra? I mean that make it special, lol. They are fully adjustable Velcro straps; close up pictures are better seen on amazon. The material feels very soft on my shoulders, and I like the design of the racerback, it takes the pressure off of my shoulders (and I definitely want this style in my next sports bra). Also, the band is excellent! Not just a cheap fabric, it's ribbed material, which seems a higher quality to me. So, there aren't any zippers or straps/buckles poking me: this is important in a sports bra b/c you don't want to chafe! (and I've read some reviews of other adjustable sports bras having zippers or buckles that chafe: please, don't sign up for permanent scarring from your bra ; )
I sister sized up in the band, since they only start in a 32 band, but I normally am a 30 band.
I haven't tested it, but this is the kind of sports bra you might be able to wear for 8 hours. Don't get me wrong, it took me several minutes to contort my body into it : ), but it doesn't seem as super tight, or super compressing as some sports bras.
3) Colours: on amazon Canada it's available in 10 different colours. 4) Because it's padded it doesn't show nipples at all, if that's important to you. However, I wonder if a padded sports bra makes the bra less supportive? IDK, I'm just thinking of my previous sports bras that were all unpadded.
The bad: 1) I noticed that near the holes where the straps go through in the front (to be adjusted), the material was already fraying a bit (see picture)- and all I did was try it on.
2) What's so great about this bra is the comfy straps, but how long will the velcro really last? Lol. That's why they don't make shoes with Velro straps (well, for adults at least). If I was going to keep this sports bra, I would honestly try to just adjust the straps once, and just keep it there.
Anyway, when I tried this on, I am just one cup size too big for this. I'm about 30G, so I would need, imo, a proper sister size of 32FF, which they don't have in this style. Of note: some Syrokan sports bras do go up one more cup size, to 32G (US sizing), which is what I would need. Of course, they are sold out of 32G in their other styles, so it looks like I will be biting the bullet and buying something more expensive. Update 5-20-21: I noticed too much fraying on the fabric the second time I tried it on (to take measurements), so it's definitely going back. I also took off one additional star for quality. So, while the fabric is soft and comfortable, maybe it needs to be tougher for sports? Plus, is the band still too tight? even after sister sizing...I'm deciding to sister size up again, to 34F, in a different Syrokan sports bra. 28 band wearers might want to give this a whirl?
Update: I decided to keep this bra, even though I consider this 1 cup too small. This bra does really contain me, I even tried doing some light jogging in this bra, and I didn't notice any boob discomfort. For an ideal fit, I would sister size up. 30G --> 32FF, but unfortunately, they don't make this is 32FF, so I'm wearing 32F, with some mild quad boob on top, and hoping that I loose some weight! Read more 720 more words
Nothing better than a comfy sports bra! This looks good on you, was it hard to get off? I got this one http://bra.pe/MGk6/ in a 32F and surprisingly it works great. I have about 5 colors now.
Happy2BraShop , Nice! I would say - because of the racerback - it took me about 2 mins to get fully adjusted into the this sports bra, lol. (ut I was also figuring out the best way to do this) Granted, you want a firm band (especially initially) for a sports bra - I definitely wouldn't need a smaller band. I pulled it over my head, then I tried to fasten the back, and I couldn't do it.
so, I had to turn to the front to fasten it, but the band was like *magnetic* to my skin, lol. I took a bath before I tried this & I accidently put on moisturizer, so I don't know if I was just sticky, but I would say that the band has a lot of grip, lol. Not only b/c of the firmness of the band, but also bc of it's texture, it's soft ribbed material.
so, maybe I should try a different model? They do have some that go to 32G (US)/32FF (UK).
I don't think it's as difficult to take off b/c one can unfasten it two places (unfasten the hooks on the band & unfasten the Velcro straps and take it off). However, I wasn't sweaty : )
Also, I forgot to mention, b/c it's padded it doesn't show nipples at all - if people want that look.
Thanks for the tip, I will look into it.
If I were to keep this sports bra, I would try to not adjust the straps very often though, and mostly just take it off over my head, but just unhooking the band. Otherwise the velcro straps would wear out quickly.
Happy2BraShop , actually I think that I will try the one that you like in 34F. Yes, that is sizing sizing twice, but I think the band might be too small for me on 32 band, we'll see how it goes.
Interesting straps.
BraOdyssey For me right now I’m 28” underbust and can wear the 32F on middle hooks comfortably. Maybe the tightest hooks on a good day. I don’t get too bad of show through for when I’m cold, but even then I always have a tank or shirt with a graphic on it when I workout. Unfortunately I get stuck in the overhead styles lol. So I appreciate the bra like structure. It also washes really well. Colors haven’t faded and nothing has unraveled so far. Also the straps have never dug into my armpits which is a plus for me. And definitely can’t beat the price point!
I had good luck with the Syrokan Women's High Impact Support Bounce Control (A196) in size 32F, so I gave this one a chance because I wanted something with more structure to it.
I purchased this in the color Magenta. But in person it looks like a very vivid, almost neon watermelon color with a gray trim. I personally love the color.
I can tell you right off the bat that this run very small compared to the A196 model. This particular sports bra goes up to a 32G, at least in the color black or white. I think that size would probably work much better for me. ...The band is snug, and doesn’t have a lot of give. It is a very firm, but soft elastic. I have to wear it on the loosest set of hooks, but it is comfortable. Nothing pokes or rubs in the wrong way. I feel this fits more like a small 32, almost a 30. Had this been a 32G, I wouldn’t feel as squashed in lock-down as I do in this. The inside of the cups is a moulded slightly foam like material. You definitely won’t be showing any cold nipples in this thing. It has a built in dent in the middle to help keep boobs in their respective side of the bra, but I feel you still get the uniboob affect regardless of your size. The back band is two layers of micro power mesh. There are two back band clasp hooks. The upper clasp is a 2x3 hook with the lower clasp being a 2x3 hook as well. The outer cup fabric feels like a cross between a neoprene and bathing suit fabric. The shoulder straps are lined with a nice cotton feeling fabric. There is an elastic adjustable portion that attaches the shoulder strap to the back. The front armpit area is cut in slightly so you don’t get any digging while in a push-up position. There is a small textured fabric detail on the front of the cup on both sides. They serve no other purpose other than to give it some pizazz. For the price this is really nice quality. Read more 256 more words
I kinda like the double hooks, but aren't they super hard to fasten behind your back?
bubblegum , Thank you. I decided to keep it since I’m losing some weight. So it should fit in a few months lol. Actually it’s not hard for me at all. I usual hook my bras behind my back while around my waist, then scoot it up and put the straps on. I do the same with this, only I hook the top hooks first, scoot it up to get into it, then I hook the bottom set of hooks. I have a hard time with over the head type of sports bra. Lol I had one once my teenager had to help me get off when I was sweaty. These days I always go for a bra like style in the back. Makes getting undressed alone much simpler lol.
BraOdyssey I hope it works for you. It’s one of my go-2 workout bras. I own it in 4 colors so far, I have a 5th (white with navy blue) coming tomorrow off Amazon. Right now I have on the Gentle Rose color I wore for my 4 mile brisk walk.
Technically this bra "fits" but it's not tight enough, imo, to be high impact sports bra - I will stick with my other Syrokan for high impact, but I will save this for walking/hiking.
I'm wondering if a FOB person would have to size down an extra cup size more in the cups.
I think this style runs big in the cups (go down 2 cup sizes?) E.g., I'm guessing this probably would be better for me in 32E (and right now I measure 30G -ish)
I am tagging margesimpson since she also tried on this style. Let's compare notes, lol..
I sister-sized up in the ...band and it feels pretty good. Band is quite stretchy, but firm. For reference, I am 30" underbust measurement r.n. and this is 32 band.
Edit: I have read of different colours fitting differently in this style? Interpret that as you will. For reference, there are 19 different colours (last time I counted, lol) available in this style on the amazon, fun! But I've read of people trying this on in a different colourway and sending it back, ymmv. Read more 78 more words
Yeah it definitely runs big IMO. I’m normally a 34F and I think I would need 32 F? I’m not sure tbh but based on your review, I think you would need 32e?
Short roots, short waisted, center full, close set, immediately projected, omega shape...
This is no Shock Absorber, but it is exactly what I wanted (no padding, somewhat stretchy, lightweight, breathable, wireless, supportive). I've had difficulty finding a sports bra short enough for my short-waisted self that doesn't dig into a tendon near the cup/strap union. Additionally, I wanted a bra I could comfortably wear all day. This is it. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":-)" />
The slightly too large band provides just enough extra space: my tendon is comfortable, and my lymph nodes are quiet. https://d28qt14g3opchh.cloudfront.net/smileys/icon_smile.gif" alt=":-)" /> The bottom of the cup does ...not painfully dig in like Panache Sport after just 30 minutes of wear: I want comfort for more than 30 minutes. Certainly the bounce reduction is not as impressive as Panache Sports Wireless, but it is perfect for my more gentle exercise routine (yoga, Kinect Sports, hiking, walking)
If I don't scoop and swoop, the bra is too narrow. But, swoop and scoop moves my breasts to the center where I quad a bit. This is not a good sports bra for tall, center-full breasts, but it is perfect for my shorties.
Straps are cushioned and partially adjustable. Currently, they are adjusted to 50% of maximum. The back panels are ventilated which I will thoroughly appreciate in a few weeks.
Although I do not prefer the minimized and sad profile under a thin knit, this is my favorite sports bra so far. If it were available in a 32FF, I would prefer that size.
Interesting, this bra did not get along with my short roots at all.
I thought you might say that ;-) Perhaps my projected pair is smooshed upward: it is definitely a minimizing shape on me. Hmm....
I think you have more upper fullness than I do and that makes a difference :)
Fitting our short roots is challenging. And, if you are shorter than me, oh my heart aches. I have plumbing wire cutters poised to shorten wires at the gore and wing of several bra that otherwise fit. It shouldn't be so difficult!
To be honest I wasn’t expecting much from this considering it was only $19.99 USD on Amazon. But I was shockingly surprised on how good this sports bra is. The color is beautiful! It’s leaning towards a vivid deep orchid purple. I love the overall look and feel it gives a good shape overall. There are some seams on it but I don’t think they stick out too obviously under a thin workout tank or top. I definitely love that it hooks in the back like a bra, so no having to act like a contortionist to get it off when sweaty. The straps are thick in both ...width and thickness. On the outside of the strap it’s lined with a non stretch fabric. On the inside it’s lined with a soft knit fabric. The straps come in far enough it doesn’t eat my armpits at all, but far enough apart that I feel contained. The outside cup is a non stretch fabric that seems to allow airflow. There is a nice white accents on it making it look sporty. The inside of the cup is lined with a thin spandex breathable fabric. The side wings are made of a sport like mesh with holes that allows maximum airflow that also doesn’t hold onto sweat. The underband is comfortable. Since they didn’t have a 30 band I chose a 32 and it fits comfortably on the tightest set of hooks. I do feel this fits as a UK32F size. Overall I feel pretty secure in this despite it not having any wires. I feel compression, but don’t feel as tho my boobs are smooshed into my armpits. I feel pretty secure even when bouncing around for a Zumba workout, but I may not feel as secure for an intense run. It definitely fits the bill for weight lifting and fast passed walking. It reminds me of the Anita Active sports bra 5527 review here: http://bra.pe/SUg/ only this Syrokan fits way better and gives a much better shape. Read more 232 more words
Thank you for this Review! I was thinking about ordering Syrokan's bra directly from Aliexpress, I was worried though that any of available sizes won't fit. My usual size is 30FF, do you think 32F (as far as I recall this is biggest cup + smallest band) will fit? :)
The j-hook on mine just rotated. When I rotated it in between the two strap layers, it was functional. I found no defects in the La Isla or Syrokan I purchased either. The bands were true to size and the colorways much more to my liking than Panache typically offers. I hope La Isla sells a Panache Sport Wireless soon and begins offering 30 bands. Great deals! Thanks for sharing :-)
This looks like a really damn good fit
Thanks for this review. I have been wondering about this brand and if it was just a Panache knock-off or what. I don't use the j-hook either. Maybe worth a try since I need a new sports bra.
Although Shock Absorber bands run small, Syrokan bands are true to size (of the two models I've tried). Syrokan's smallest band is 32. This bra looks similar to Shock Absorber 4490, but I receive significantly less support in the Syrokan because the band is true to size. Unfortunately, I need a 30" band on my 28" underbust and Syrokan is available in 32"+ bands.
The cup easily accommodated my projected breasts. I felt gently supported, but aware that the band was a little too big and a portion of breast escaped through the top. If a Shock Absorber hadn't arrived the same day, I may have kept the ...$20 Syrokan.
I'd happily wear this bra for yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi, .... If you have a larger underbust, you may find this appropriate for jogging, but it didn't provide enough support for me to even try Kinect Sports Track and Field. I swapped Syrokan for Panache Sport Wireless before Kinect-ing.
Because the band provides most of the support, I need a smaller band and a slightly taller cup for proper support.
Nothing better than a comfy sports bra! This looks good on you, was it hard to get off? I got this one http://bra.pe/MGk6/ in a 32F and surprisingly it works great. I have about 5 colors now.