I fail to see how that is sexist. They aren't implying that their support team i...

theorique · on Feb 12, 2013

Bra: hey, this is sexist, you're making me think about breasts.

Jock strap: hey, this is sexist, you're making me think about testicles.

Edgy humor is risky because someone will always be offended when you tread in these areas.

kmfrk · on Feb 12, 2013

Jock straps are more about protection than support, though?

I say that as an utterly unathletic person, so I could be wrong.

theorique · on Feb 14, 2013

It's also called an athletic supporter and without a cup, it's used to prevent the male genitals from bouncing around in an unhealthy way.

With a cup, it's meant for protecting the male genitals from impact in contact sports like hockey or football.

kmfrk · on Feb 14, 2013

TIL. Thanks. I think. ;)