Reebok’s 6-inch sports boxers are simple, effective and won’t hurt your bank balance too much.
Finding the right pair of moisture-wicking underwear is something which many men overlook, and yet, it can make a huge difference to our day-to-day comfort, and even the health and happiness of the crown jewels. That said, it’s understandable that you also might not be keen to push the boat out too far in terms of how much you’re willing to spend. Fortunately, not all cheap pants are cheap quality. As the Reebok Performance Boxer Briefs prove, you can still get reasonable results for a reasonable price.
Men’s Fitness verdict
So you don’t want to spend hours (or serious cash) on finding the perfect sports boxers? Then grab a three-pack of these no-nonsense shorts and be confident they’ll give you support and flexibility.- Reinforced supportive pouch
- Plenty of flexibility
- Excellent value
- Flat seams are quite chunky
How we test men’s underwear
Our team of reviewers put these sports boxers through their paces in a range of workouts, from gentle jogs to sweaty sessions, testing them in terms of fit, comfort, support and durability. They also paid special attention to how well the fabric wicked moisture from the skin, alongside any additional high-tech features such as four-way stretch and anti-chafe seams. Rest assured: their rigorous testing process is designed to bring you the best of the best.
These six-inch Reebok Performance Boxer Briefs are basic but functional. A set of do-it-all workout boxers you can stick in your kitbag to handle most things – including doubling up as your regular undies. They’re also very good value. And if you’re after a simple, reliable fit that delivers comfort across a range of workouts from running and riding, to lifting and HIIT, these are a good choice.
They feature a similar blend of polyester and elastane that you’ll find in Under Armour’s 6-inch Tech Boxerjocks, and what you get here is pretty similar in terms of fit, comfort, support and breathability.
Reebok Performance Boxer Briefs features
There’s no clever tech or big claims. You just get soft, silky, stretchy and light undies that have a good disappearing fit on the legs and backside. We’re not talking skin-tight support, but there’s a reinforced mesh pouch that offers a little more scaffold for your dangly bits than the Under Armour alternatives. The Reebok Performance Boxer Briefs boast flat seams to help prevent chafing, though they’re a little more substantial than seams on some other briefs.
The stretchy waistband is wide enough to prevent any cutting in or rolling up. It’s soft – but not the softest. However it does stay put, and keeps everything in place unless you’re really getting stuck into big dynamic moves.
The main fabric is thin and wicks sweat as well as any briefs we tested. It dries pretty quick, too, and these briefs tended to avoid getting heavy even during the sweatiest sessions.
Durability is solid, they hold their shape well after multiple wash cycles. A few pairs of these in your locker should last a good while. They come in four colors and four sizes, from S to XL.
What other underwear should I consider?
Ok, so what if you have a bit more cash to splash in the underwear aisle? Well, if you want the best of the best, I’d steer you in the direction of CXP Endurance XP Shorts. These earned a full five stars thanks to their mild compression benefits and excellent comfort. There’s zero chafe risk either, thanks to the bonded seams, and due to how light and breathable they are, you could workout for much longer before sweat would become an issue.
| Materials | 92% polyester, 8% elastane |
| Colors | Black, white, grey marl, red |
| Sizes | Small – XL |
