The jockstrap was born in sports and today it is one of the essentials of men’s underwear. If you have never worn one, here is what it is, what it is for and how it differs from a jockini or a brief.
In a nutshell
- A jockstrap has an elastic waistband, a front pouch and two straps that leave the back uncovered.
- It gives front support and total freedom of movement.
- The jockini also covers the back with a low cut; the brief is the full-coverage option.
The garmentWhat is a jockstrap
It is an underwear piece made of three parts: a wide elastic waistband, a supportive front pouch and two side straps that run under the glutes and leave the back open.
Its origins are athletic: it was created in the late 19th century as support for the cyclists of the time — the bike jockeys — which is where the name comes from. Over time it moved from the gym locker room to the underwear drawer.
BORNEO logo waistband, front pouch and open back.
The differencesJockstrap, jockini or brief
Jockstrap
Front support and an open back. Maximum freedom and freshness.
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Jockini
A low, bikini-style cut with high legs and a covered back.
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Brief
The full-coverage classic, in cotton, for every day.
Shop brief →What it’s forWhen to wear it
01At the gym and for sports
It supports the front without limiting leg movement, which is why it is so popular for training.
02On hot days
With the back left free, it feels cooler than traditional underwear.
03To relax, or as something special
It is comfortable at home and, for many, the piece they reach for when they want to feel confident.
“Support in front, freedom behind.”
Our takeWhat BORNEO jockstraps are like
We make them in nylon and polyester, a very soft fiber that feels cool on the skin, with the elastic logo waistband. They come in blue, white and black, in sizes S/M, M/L and L/XL.
For hygiene reasons, underwear cannot be exchanged or returned. If you are unsure about your size, message us on WhatsApp first and we’ll help you choose.
What is a jockstrap, and how is it different from a jockini or a brief?
The jockstrap was born in sports and today it is one of the essentials of men’s underwear. If you have never worn one, here is what it is, what it is for and how it differs from a jockini or a brief.
In a nutshell
The garmentWhat is a jockstrap
It is an underwear piece made of three parts: a wide elastic waistband, a supportive front pouch and two side straps that run under the glutes and leave the back open.
Its origins are athletic: it was created in the late 19th century as support for the cyclists of the time — the bike jockeys — which is where the name comes from. Over time it moved from the gym locker room to the underwear drawer.
BORNEO logo waistband, front pouch and open back.
The differencesJockstrap, jockini or brief
Jockstrap
Front support and an open back. Maximum freedom and freshness.
Shop jockstraps →Jockini
A low, bikini-style cut with high legs and a covered back.
Shop jockini →Brief
The full-coverage classic, in cotton, for every day.
Shop brief →What it’s forWhen to wear it
At the gym and for sports
It supports the front without limiting leg movement, which is why it is so popular for training.
On hot days
With the back left free, it feels cooler than traditional underwear.
To relax, or as something special
It is comfortable at home and, for many, the piece they reach for when they want to feel confident.
Our takeWhat BORNEO jockstraps are like
We make them in nylon and polyester, a very soft fiber that feels cool on the skin, with the elastic logo waistband. They come in blue, white and black, in sizes S/M, M/L and L/XL.
For hygiene reasons, underwear cannot be exchanged or returned. If you are unsure about your size, message us on WhatsApp first and we’ll help you choose.
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