Question - what do the guys wear to prevent chaffing

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Question - what do the guys wear to prevent chaffing

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under their shorts when they are boating?
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Shorts? ...You mean you wear something under your skirt when you paddle? I thought the authentic Scottish look was "in."

All kidding aside, polypropolene long johns can help reduce "swimsuit abrasion."

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Post by cadster »

I just got these:
http://www.diversdirect.com/scuba-divin ... ra-shorts/

They seem well made for the price.
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you could always make the move to the dom delouise moo-moo and matching hat
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I don't chafe when boating. I chafe when walking or doing yard work. That is why I prefer to boat.
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UnderArmour knock-offs by Starter. About $12 at Wal-Mart.
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I use Depends.
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Post by drrpm »

I wear an old pair of speedo jammers. Basically a just above the knee length swimsuit.
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I use Johnson and Johnson baby fresh powder. I feel fresh and my fuzzy rubber doesn't chaff. Makes me smile when a fresh breeze blows across my bare calves too. :)

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Post by Gail R »

Hey Collin,

protecting the junk eh?
bikers use Chamois cream many brands but: DZ Nuts......all in the name
adventure racers seem to mention bodyglide
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Gail R wrote:protecting the junk eh?
Actually it's not the junk I have issues with ... without getting into much detail ... it is the inside of my legs below that.
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I often wear my cycling shorts, lycra with the padding inside. Inexpensive and they grab my fancies smooth.
Watch out; that river has rocks on the bottom. :o
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Post by Gail R »

saddle sores are saddle sores:
http://www.rivbike.com/article/misc/saddle_sores

pick your visual and treat accordingly. Seams may be the culprit?, maybe try a bike short (chamois)? or make one

funny they mention bag balm and so do kayakers
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