Binder Choices -- Underworks or LoveBoat?

[CFPrice]

So, my binder finally gave up the ghost and I just started a job, and I need to put the money forward to get some new ones. I had the Underworks Ultimate Concealer Tank in XS, which lasted about a year and a half as my day to day binder. I can afford to get about 3 of those right now, which should cover me for the next year or two since I wore the one I had almost everyday for a year-ish. I am also looking at the LesLoveBoat's 3rd Gen Jersey Mesh Short Binders, but could only get about two of those and I have no clue how they work or if they're comfortable.

When I first got my Underworks it worked very, very well and I had no troubles with breathing or passing. I wish money wasn't an issue, then I could afford to get them both! My chest measurement is about 31" around my widest part, so not a lot to bind.

[skyNoLimit]

I've owned both of these. And i tend to find the 3rd gen work really comfortably and lasts a pretty long time. They have some reviews on the site and you can see for yourself  http://www.lesloveboat.com/shop/product_info.php?cPath=78_80&products_id=188

[Elijah3291]

I bought a loveboat binder once and at first I really liked it, it felt like I could breathe easier, but then I just started hating it.  its been a long time so I cant really remember why, I think it just felt really claustrophobic and uncomfortable. I cant speak for your particular model of binder though. The one I bought was made of a completely different material then underworks, wasn't even stretchy.

After that I always just stuck to the underworks tank top binders that have just two layers, and only bind the chest/ not belly.

[aleon515]

I have an Air Max pullover which is the only binder I have ever liked (for a binder). It doesn't have velcro. Some people like this but I don't like the feel of the velcro on my skin. I have worn the Air Max a good 12 hours with zero pain. (I really under bind, I think a couple sizes too big, but for me it is ok.) I am on the autism spectrum so ymmv.

BTW, the Air Max does bind in the stomach a tiny bit, it is more compression though so it is like it smooths you out a bit. Not a crazy amt.

--Jay