i was a little hesitant about getting one without padding ...
580210
i was a little hesitant about getting one without padding on it but after using this many times i see my worries were unwarranted
2653480
I thought at first to much padding before even trying it on as I am tall,skinny and no chest. I was really surprised when I did try it on how comfy it is. I just don't have enough  to fill the cups but this bra doesn't make me look fake it actually does give support to what I do have. Also if your really thin like my self the extra padding on the bottom feels good and not itchy on my ribs/bones. I need  really long straps and this bra barely makes it any shorter though and wouldn't work. If your tall  small chested and want to look as natural as possible I would recommend this bra. It really is nice!! Thank you
4776845
I was initially hesitant in purchasing this product because the only reviews I saw were written by bloggers who had been given the product to test out in return for a review.  Although they are supposed to be honest, I'm always leery of those.  But since I was pretty desperate I took the chance and was happy I did.  It is soft, while at the same time providing the necessary support I need for my back.  I absolutely love it, and would definitely buy it again!!
1738764
I love it! I was really worried or rather, wary about trying another strapless bra just because I don't have a very big bust, and past ones have fallen down very easily. This bra is not only comfortably padded with a little "lift" in it, but along the bottom of the inside, it has a sticky substance that grabs your skin. Not in an uncomfortable, itchy way. But it holds where you put it. I can probably wear it at work (Culver's) and still be able to run orders, lift boxes, and move around without having to run to the bathroom to adjust it. It's an excellent bra and I would totally recommend this to you.
2713929
I was sceptical about such an inexpensive case, but it arrived and I have to say it is very comfortable in the hand and offers some protection in case of an accident.
4284169
Mixed feelings about this.  I have it now for over 2 years.  It protects fine however I am always afraid it is going to let my pad go.  It does not but I take extra care.  If I had tried it first I don't think I would have bought it.
1494098
I love it! The padding is just enough to add curves without making me look like I just got out of the clown car!
2999351
The padding is a nice thickness.  It was just what I was looking for.
739320
I am always a skeptic. I was in between buying a brand new bed and simply 'refreshing" my own mattress. I'm glad I didn't spend the money to replace it. With the mattress topper and down micropuff pad I also bought it gives me every ounce of comfort I need :)
2190150
I had not needed one of these since my little league baseball days! However, I needed one recently and found this to be a comfortable choice. I highly recommend because I did not have any discomfort issues even wearing 18 hours a day.
1245922
I was hesitant to try this mouse pad, but I am so glad that I did. I saw the price and figured, that it couldn't be very nice. Wrong~ it is great!
4244404
I was skeptical of purchasing this without trying it first. My fears were alleviated once my purchase arrived because it fit perfect! Not too tight where I feel like I can't breathe, but right enough to get the job done. And the material is very comfortable as well. I'm getting to order another one in a smaller size
1560122
I have never worn one of these so I was very skeptical. I happened to be wearing a very form fitting dress so I put it on as soon as it arrived. I knew my measurements but I was still a little worried about getting the medium. So glad I did!! I have it on the last hook and it feels fine. Once I lose a little fat I can tighten it. I can feel a little pressure, but nothing uncomfortable. It can be seen a little in the front where the hooks are and where the spine like parts are, but again, my dress is skin tight. So far no rolling. Also got it in black but I have not tried it on yet. I am assuming it will fit the same.
2679992
Having never been really big into cycling until the last three years - I figured it was about time to break down & buy some gloves for summer riding on the mountain bike.  Today (Feb. 16, 2011) was a taste of summer in the mid-west topping out at 70 degrees.  Why didn't I buy these sooner?  The compression foam padding is just right thickness - at least for me.  It's not so thick you lose all feel of the handlebar grips, but still just thick enough to protect.  At first look, you'd swear there is no padding.  It's there - just not a lot of it.  In this case, maybe less is more.

Granted this isn't an in-depth review over a long period of time.  But my first impression is two thumbs up - way up.
1971563
I'm a novice snowboarder so I was only concerned with how well the padding would absorb impact for my tailbone. I went boarding for the first time in years a couple weeks ago and landed on my tush several times, which left a lingering pain on my tailbone while I walked and when I sat down from the end of the session to a couple days after.

I went snowboarding again this past weekend using the padded shorts. I wore boxers underneath, and a snow bib over it. They fit well under the snow bib, and did not hinder my range of motion.

I had some even worse falls this time around, as I tried my hand with some jumps. With most smaller falls I noticed minimal tailbone pain on impact, and the bigger falls, of course, I felt pain; sometimes quite a bit. However, the most telling result of the product was towards the end of the session to the next day -- I had no lingering pain anywhere the shorts were padded.

You can bet I will use these shorts every time! Don't expect this product to completely absorb all impact. It would be naive to think any product on the market (at this price at least) would do so without being overly bulky and uneasy to wear.
153225
Just got it yesterday and haven't been able to grandkid test it yet but the sides are very well padded. Only one that has at least some protection on  the s-pen corner. Don't think I'm going to panic now when the 2 year old brings it across the room to me. I'll update if I find out isn't grandkid proof.
1996144
Really great. The peace of mind alone is worth the price. It fits like a glove and is nicely padded. Wish I ordered mine sooner!