Recumbent UnderwearRiding a recumbent, I don’t need to wear padded (diaper) cycling shorts. Instead, I wear a simple unpadded compression short (available from many sources; mine are Champions) with wicking underwear (no, I don’t go commando).

I came across the Champion C9 “Active Performance” seamless series on sale at my local Target store, regular $6.99, on sale for $3.48, which is a pretty decent deal. They don’t appear to have them listed on their web site, but the ones shown on the right (“Ex Officio” brand, from Hostel Shoppe) are similar, except much more expensive.

The ones from Target come in three styles, brief, boxer, and boxer brief. I wait until they go on sale (typically several times a year), then grab a few. I’ve been wearing these for the last couple years, and they work fine – no chafing, decent wicking, and good support – much better than plain old cotton underwear.

So if you have a Target store in your area, check ‘em out. I’m not sure how long they’re on sale…