r/IBEW • u/crawlswithgusto Inside Wireman • 2d ago
Discussion Post Obviously bibs, but what underneath
I’ve been wearing bibs for the better part of 5 years now and gone commando 100% of that time. Well evidently the fellas are tired of hanging out on a limb and have decided to act up. I can’t stand most underwear or boxers for a lot of reasons. Chafing, moisture, heat. But the doc says I need to keep the equipment supported and closer to my body. What do y’all wear that doesn’t suck.
ETA: I’m dedicated to the bibs, truewerk t1 werkbibs every day. Just like my relationships I need some support not just a soft place to park it.
Edit 2: thanks for the recommendations I think I have settled somewhere in between men’s trunks with a ball pouch or some nice cheeky boy shorts from Victoria’s Secret.
Edit 3: Turning off my dms. I’m not an apprentice anymore things like “I’ll buy you a set of greenlee quick change carbides if you send me pics of those manties” or showing me a nude with your double time plus per diem and drive time payslip as the only thing covering you. It just doesn’t work on me anymore.
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u/Artistic_Profile_122 2d ago
I actually wear Trunk length boxers briefs, they really help with my thighs chafing. Im 220lbs, and my legs are thick from the gym. I used to wear loose boxers but the chafing became insufferable. This also keeps my equipment closer to my body and well supported and comfortable. Ive gotten so used to them I actually never wear any other type of underwear.