SkatingSpirit Slim Padded Figure Skating Shorts, Hip Tailbone Gel Pad Protective Underwear

update: they seem to be good enough protection for smaller falls so far. i did just dye them black using rit fabric dye because i think it looks better and they were see through before. I’m a 20 yr old learning to figure skate and i’m about to get started on double jumps and axels on ice so i wanted some protection just in case. I have not skated in them yet but will update this when I do. They don’t feel super bulky. They are pretty noticeable in tight leggings or yoga pants, but are mostly unnoticeable in sweatpants or skirts. I ordered the XL based on other reviews and they fit perfectly, but these sizes do not correlate to street sizing at all. I usually wear an Medium or even a Small in other pants/shorts. So if you generally wear bigger sizes in bottoms, there is most likely not a size that would comfortably fit despite them being stretchy.

I like the fit, but the padding seams tore apart and I had to resew them. In general, the padding seems fine and functional. I like this lighter weight and fit option than others that are available out there.

I'm a 120 lb adult male with a 30" waist, which is to say I don't fit neatly in the sizing chart. Large fits me well, so I suggest sizing based on waist size.I love the idea of invisible pads. These shorts stay invisible and do not restrict movement. The gel pads, roughly 1/4" thick, feel thick enough to provide significant protection should I fall.Unfortunately, there are two glaring flaws: weak stitches and misplaced pads. First, as shown in the picture, the stitches for one of the side pads' pockets fell apart. In fact, they fell apart on both sides. I have skated in them for around 5 times and have not fallen during those times. They need to be built stronger. Second, all three pockets felt 2 inches too low. Unless I pull these shorts uncomfortably high, they protect the meaty part of my hips rather than my bones. They need to be moved up so that they start at the top of the waistband.Overall, it has all the right components, just not put together correctly. I would be among the first to buy a new version, and buy more as gifts, if SkatingSpirit makes a new version.

The media could not be loaded. Unfortunately I didn't get a chance to try the shorts on. While putting the gel pad in their pockets the back pocket ripped down the side.The material felt nice and would probably be breathable. The stitching around the pockets needs more work, I almost thought it was glued on instead of being stitched it came apart so easily.

I play roller derby and I have pads of all types but these are the ONLY ones that I can wear under short shorts without them showing. I love them. They do stretch out like men’s boxer briefs but I wear them under spandex type shorts so they work. They’re also very slim so you can’t even tell I’m wearing them unless I wear white shorts. They still protect my spine when I fall though and I’m kinda bony so that’s important.

Ok, initially I loved this product. There is nothing else like it on the market that is low profile with good gel padding. Then I wore it a second time and when I took it off the stitching that holds the pockets on was completely coming apart. Not a little bit, a lot! I brought it to a tailor thinking maybe I could just get it reinforced but they told me it’s difficult to say if it’s the material or the stitching that causes the issue. So I’m returning them. This is highly disappointing. And just to make it clear that this is a common problem, this is the second pair I ordered. The first pair ARRIVED with the stitching coming apart. I thought it was just that pair but apparently it is not. If the seller ever introduces a second generation with improved durability I would purchase without hesitation.

You really can wear these under leggings or short shorts and it's completely unnoticeable. Follow the sizing chart -- I'm 5'6", 135 lbs, athletic/slender build -- and the XL fits me perfectly. Of course, the padding is less than what you would get on something bulkier -- but if all you want is a bit of extra protection (which these silicone pads do provide) that is completely unnoticeable -- these are truly perfect.

Comfortable and a good design but the stitching for one of the pockets that hold a gel pad has already come apart and so the pad falls out and slips. This started immediately so it is a Q.A. issue of the manufacturing. I will have to hand stitch it myself.