Shock Absorber Active Zipped Plunge Sports Bra S00BW

the sizing is way off. I am 38. I measured the bra band from end to end, it was 28 1/2 in.. very little stretch in the band, about 3 in, so that gives me a total of 31 1/2 band. when I order 38 I expect the actual band length to be a .minimum of 36

HerRoom Response: The measurement of a bra band is a bit meaningless because stretch has been factored in to the design. Looking at your order history, you purchased a 40 band size yet chose a 38 in this bra. Sports bras always have a firmer fit. If anything, you should have moved up a band from your 40 to a 42. Going down a band size would explain why you found this bra too small. shirley p from canada

• Height: Petite (5'3" and under)
• Age: 60s
• Posted: February 18,2021

Nice construction. Lightweight but not cheap. Way easier to get on and off than a regular sports bra, but it runs small. Because of that it is a little tricky to engage the zipper and it does feel tight after several hours. Margaret from Gaithersburg

• Height: Petite (5'3" and under)
• Age: 60s
• Posted: August 18,2020

I found this bra frustrating to put on. Difficult to manipulate the hooks in the zipper. But it is probably more supportive than I need for my activities Barb from New jersey

• Height: Petite (5'3" and under)
• Age: 60s
• Posted: April 16,2020

The size was way too small, it was nowhere around 36DD. Heena from Chevy Chase, MD

• Height: Petite (5'3" and under)
• Age: 30s
• Posted: January 22,2018

I needed a sports bra with lots of support because I am a runner. I also really like the front zipper because at 66 it's easier to get it on and off. It's well made and supports well. Betty from Langford, SD, USA

• Height: Average Height (5'4"-5'8")
• Age: 60s
• Posted: December 11,2017

This bra fits fine and stays zipped. There are some threads on the bust that are actually sharp and scratch my skin. I also had to remove the tags as they were uncomfortable as well. Overall, I like the bra. Jennifer from Marysville, CA, USA

• Height: Average Height (5'4"-5'8")
• Age: 40s
• Posted: June 9,2017

excellent support TheUndies.com from

• Height: Tall (5'9" and over)
• Age: 60s
• Posted: April 4,2017

Cup size runs smaller. Carol from

• Height: Petite (5'3" and under)
• Age: Teen
• Posted: February 5,2017

This was not the right size for me, though it is in any other bra. I clearly need to try your bras on.

Shock Absorber Response: Shock Absorber Sports Bras run tight in the band to give you the best support. We often recommend going up a band size and down a cup size. For example, a 36F would consider buying a 38E. Catherine from Pelham

• Height: Average Height (5'4"-5'8")
• Age: 50s
• Posted: January 22,2017

Love it will be ordering more!! Melissa from stockton

• Height: Petite (5'3" and under)
• Age: 40s
• Posted: January 19,2017

I'm 5'4" 135ish lbs, and a 32E in most bras. This bra is a little tight at first wear which is the only reason it didn't get 5 stars. After about 5 days of wear it conforms nicely and has great support. Since there is no under wire, you will get uni-boob and will almost appear flat chested....but your girls will be supported nicely! Be from Oregon

• Height: Average Height (5'4"-5'8")
• Age: 30s
• Posted: August 17,2016

This bra runs so small I could not get it zipped. I kept checking to make sure it was the right size I ordered. There are eye hooks to help hold it together while you zip it and I couldn't even get those hooked together. I did finally get the zipper to at least start to zip but it as soon as I let go it unzipped. I was so frustrated! The material is not comfortable either. It was kind of scratchy and also very thin so even if I had gotten it on, I doubt it would have had much support. I'm a full C so I ordered up a size too. I've never had this much trouble fastening a bra!

HerRoom Response: I'm sorry this bra did not work for you. Take a look at our Bra Fitting Advice Page to make sure you are in the right size. Gina from Orlando

• Height: Average Height (5'4"-5'8")
• Age: 60s
• Posted: January 27,2016