Customer Reviews Brooks Dare Cross-Back Bra

I just got this bra so I can't speak to how well it holds up ? but I am ecstatic to have built-in cups that I don't have to take out and put in each time I wash my sports bra! The fit is flattering and I love the support. Notes: I am small-chested so I can't speak to how this bra supports better endowed women. I went with one band size smaller than I wear for other Brooks bras as there is a little more room in the armpits than other models. (I was impressed that the bra was still easy to take off after a workout.)

Very comfortable but not enough support to run in if you are large chested.

I cannot believe someone finally made a sports bra that works, is comfortable. My only minor quibble is that some of the stitching under the arms is irritating. Otherwise, it's a hit.

Great bra, except the extra fabric that juts out under my arm. Tried sizing down, which fixed the issue, but the bra was too small. otherwise, very comfortable and I love the bra.

Great comfort, a little loose around the edges.

I cannot believe someone finally made a sports bra that works, is comfortable. My only minor quibble is that some of the stitching under the arms is irritating. Otherwise, it?s a hit.

Perhaps should have bought the smallest size. Band slightly loose right under my arms. Did not return for an exchange as shoulder straps are very short and I thought the smaller size would have even shorter straps. I bought a Dare bra last year and it fits perfectly, so I was a little surprised that this fit was not as good. That said, I'm running in it!

I find it rides up a bit, and is a bit gappy under the arms. Very soft and smooth, though, and I like that the pads are permanent and don't need to be re-inserted/adjusted every wash.

I'm nursing so I needed something to sustain my larger than normal guzungas (husband's term, not mine). It's a little difficult to get on but keeps them in place during my workouts.

The bra is super soft but supportive. I?m impressed at how it doesn?t poke my rib cage in the way some bras do. A star off because it?s a bit of a pain to put it on.

I'm love that this bra feels seamless and very comfortable. I ordered four different sizes and bought the best fit, but I feel like it's still just a little off.... but I'm sure that's just my body. In order to get a size that didn't feel too tight around my upper ribcage I had to buy a size that seems a little loose under my arms. The fit was the only reason I gave it four stars.

The bra itself is comfortable and easy to put on and remove. Adjustable straps would be a bonus because I am tall and have a longer torso. The bottom of the bra slips up because of the shorter straps, which means I have to adjust it regularly if I'm doing a high impact workout. I considered returning them but decided to use them for the days I'm doing a lighter workout because the quality otherwise is quite good. Please consider making the straps adjustable like they are with the dare scoop.

I?m love that this bra feels seamless and very comfortable. I ordered four different sizes and bought the best fit, but I feel like it?s still just a little off.... but I?m sure that?s just my body. In order to get a size that didn?t feel too tight around my upper ribcage I had to buy a size that seems a little loose under my arms. The fit was the only reason I gave it four stars.

Great material and light weight but not great if using a heart rate monitor strap.

When I saw that the cup size was AB, I was honestly worried how it would fit. Overall, the bra is nice. It's light weight, breathable, and comfortable. However, because I'm not a B cup I have excess material on the side that flares out by my armpits. It's not noticeable when I'm running, but I do notice it when I'm just sitting.

Love this bra too! I usually wore bras from another company, however had this one recommended to me by a friend and it?s fantastic. If they combined the front profile of this one (scoop neck) with the pockets of the Drive bra, I?d have to just hand over all my money immediately because it?d be perfect. And all the colors! The turquoise and the pink are amazing!

Good fit and hold. My full busy tends to spill out of this bra a bit. But I still like it. Love the color and the material.

I give this a 5 for comfort and bounce factor. My issue is fit. I'm a petite 4'9 woman, with full breasts. I usually purchase 36C bras for everyday wear. (I even have a hard time with regular bra fit.) So, based on that, and the measurements from Brooks, my 1st purchase was a 36CD. Well, it was a little loose in the shoulder and side breast area. Not horrible, but I figured it could be better. So, on my 2nd purchase, I tried 34CD thinking there wouldn't be such a drastic difference. I was WRONG! I had a hard time getting it on. I had to shove my "girls" into the cup, and they were spilling out. The shoulder area and chest band area was tight as well. Going down a size was not an option for me. So, I guess I will live with the bra being a little loose because I really like the support this bra provides during running.

I give this a 5 for comfort and bounce factor. My issue is fit. I'm a petite 4'9 woman, with full breasts. I usually purchase 36C bras for everyday wear. (I even have a hard time with regular bra fit.) So, based on that, and the measurements from Brooks, my 1st purchase was a 36CD. Well, it was a little loose in the shoulder and side breast area. Not horrible, but I figured it could be better. So, on my 2nd purchase, I tried 34CD thinking there wouldn't be such a drastic difference. I was WRONG! I had a hard time getting it on. I had to shove my "girls" into the cup, and they were spilling out. The shoulder area and chest band area was tight as well. Going down a size was not an option for me. So, I guess I will live with the bra being a little loose because I really like the support this bra provides during running.

This is very comfortable, but as a 32DD, it is not supportive enough for high impact activities, such as running or HIIT. The bottom band is very narrow and I think this contributes to the lack of support. I kept this for lower impact activities, like strength training or barre because it's easy to move in and does not have a back clasp, so is good for laying on my back. It's easier to get on than other pull over styles because of the split back.

This bra is super comfortable, and I can wear it all day long. However, it?s not the best for running because the bottom band feels too flimsy. The Juno and Uphold Crossback were my go-tos for running. Unfortunately, it looks like those are discontinued now. I?m still going to keep this one for everyday wear, yoga, cycling and other low-impact activities. I can run in it if I have to, but I would not want to wear this for race day (when we run races again).

Fits well and doesn?t dig. I really like the light padding and the fact it stays put! Smooth fabric looks good under snug tops

I have searched hi and low for a good sports bra. This is the best one I have found so far. The molded cups are great, and the bra molds well and allows for movement. The option for a larger band size (38) is also a plus. Several issues - I'm tall and small-chested, so sometimes the bra inches up when I lift my arms. The A/B cup combo allows for gapping under the arm if you are not on the fuller side, but it's really hard to find a single cup size with molded cups anywhere. I have purchased 2.

Great bra! super comfortable. While there is no adjustment my upper body is just short enough to not need that feature. I love that its seamless and there is nothing to chafe!

I love this bra! There is literally zero bounce whether I?m running or doing HIIT, it?s extremely comfortable, the fit is very flattering and the color options are on point. It?s a little bit of an event to get into it (I?m sure it?ll stretch a bit with wear) but once I?m in there, it?s an amazing sports bra. I have purchased 3 now and have recommended to friends.