Saxx
6" Colourful Leaf Boxer Brief Vibe Xtra
The SAXX Vibe Xtra 6" Colourful Leaf Boxer Brief is a mid-length men's underpant designed for everyday wear and athletic use, made from a soft LENZING™ ECOVERO™ viscose blend that wicks moisture. It features an elastic waistband, a fly, and the signature micro mesh 3D BallPark Pouch™ that reduces skin-against-skin friction for added comfort. With a 6-inch inseam, this boxer brief combines a dark charcoal base fabric with a vivid pink, coral, and blue floral print for a distinctive look.
- Color
- Colourful Leaf
- Material
- LENZING ECOVERO viscose blend
- Gender
- male
- Style
- casual, sporty, modern
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Underwear
Color
Specifications
Men's performance boxer briefs with innovative BallPark Pouch for comfort and support.
Moisture-wicking, micro mesh pouch, 6-inch inseam
- Color
- Colourful Leaf
- Material
- LENZING ECOVERO viscose blend
- Style
- casual, sporty, modern
- Occasion
- everyday, workout
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Underwear & Socks > Underwear
Additional Attributes
- Soft LENZING ECOVERO viscose blend
- Moisture-wicking performance
- Elastic waistband
- Functional fly
- Micro mesh 3D BallPark Pouch for separation
- 6-inch inseam
- Colourful leaf pattern
- Breathable fabric
- Stretch construction
- Designed for active wear
Product Insights
Saxx's 6" Colourful Leaf Boxer Brief Vibe Xtra combines the eco-friendly, soft ECOVERO viscose with innovative Stop Drop Technology—a Good Design Award 2024 winner addressing post-urination dribble—and a stable BallPark Pouch for active wear, all in a 6-inch inseam that prevents chafing and ride-up. However, buyers report holes at the pouch seam or crotch within months of regular use, and sizing varies across models, with this version fitting like the original. The fabric resists pilling, fading, and shrinks minimally, and its production cuts water and carbon impact by at least 50%, backed by multiple certifications, but the restrictive return policy on sale items and the durability tradeoff require careful consideration.
Verified claims
- Value
- Buyers report holes at the pouch seam or crotch within months of regular wear.
- Fabric quality
- ECOVERO viscose resists pilling and shrinks only 2-3%, preserving fit and color.
- Technology validation
- The Stop Drop insert won a 2024 Good Design Award and addresses post-urination dribble, a problem 98% of men report experiencing — 70% say it happens at least once a week.
- Model upgrade
- Vibe Xtra is the Vibe upgraded with Stop Drop Technology.
- Certifications
- ECOVERO viscose holds EU Ecolabel and OEKO-TEX Standard 100; the wood used for it comes from FSC- or PEFC-certified forests.
- Environmental impact
- Compared to generic viscose, ECOVERO production cuts water consumption and carbon emissions by at least 50%.
- Softness
- ECOVERO blend is soft and silky against skin.
- Fit
- Saxx sizing can be inconsistent across models; for the Vibe Xtra, consider sizing up if between sizes.
- Inseam length
- 6-inch inseam prevents thigh chafe and ride-up.
- Shrinkage
- LENZING ECOVERO shrinks only 2-3% with cold wash.
- Pouch stability
- Most users find the BallPark Pouch stays in place during running or cycling without needing adjustment, though fit can vary.
- Key features
- BallPark Pouch, Stop Drop Technology, and the colourful leaf pattern are the standout features; Stop Drop won a 2024 Good Design Award.
- Moisture control
- Stop Drop Technology wicks post-urination moisture and the breathable fabric keeps you dry.
- Travel and eco
- The LENZING ECOVERO fibers are produced in a closed-loop process and are designed to biodegrade at end of life.
- Care
- Wash cold on gentle cycle, tumble dry low or hang; avoid bleach and softener.
- Biodegradability
- The LENZING ECOVERO fibers are designed to biodegrade at end of life, so the viscose component does not persist as microplastic pollution.
- Pattern retention
- ECOVERO viscose resists fading, pilling, and shrinkage, preserving the leaf pattern over time.
- Chafe and ride-up
- 6-inch inseam prevents inner-thigh chafe and ride-up better than shorter trunks.
- Stop drop
- Adds a wicking mesh insert inside the pouch to prevent post-urination drips.
- Value for money
- Many users say Saxx is not worth the price due to rapid wear, while some loyal fans find the comfort justifies the cost.
- Competitor comparison
- Saxx is often seen as more comfortable but less durable than ExOfficio; ExOfficio is preferred for longevity and travel.
Product record
- Title
- 6" Colourful Leaf Boxer Brief Vibe Xtra
- Brand
- Saxx
- Price
- 38 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 16 sourcesUses
Everyday comfort for all-day wear
A soft, breathable boxer brief made for daily wear when you want moisture managed through workdays, errands, or warm weather. The LENZING™ ECOVERO™ viscose blend wicks away moisture, and the micro mesh BallPark Pouch™ front is designed to prevent skin-against-skin friction. One wearer reported the SAXX pairs they bought were so comfortable they kept ordering more.[1,2,3,4]
Everyday wear under shorts or trousers
This Saxx Vibe Xtra boxer brief has a 6 inch inseam that reaches mid-thigh on the model, a length a reviewer describes as long enough to help prevent thigh chafe while staying hidden under everyday shorts or trousers. Photos show a close, body-conforming fit across the seat and upper thighs, with the waistband sitting at the waist.[2,5,6]
Everyday wear over the years — with one reviewer reporting seam failures
Meant to be worn as regular everyday underwear over the long term. One reviewer who owned SAXX pairs for 2 to 3 years reports 8 pairs — including Vibe styles — developing a hole at the back seam where the BallPark pouch starts, rendering the pair unwearable once it forms. That reviewer suspects the issue affects other SAXX styles too, though they only observed it in Vibe and Quest.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| 6" Colourful Leaf Boxer Brief Vibe Xtra: Choose this if you want a soft, breathable everyday boxer brief in a 6-inch inseam that a reviewer calls long enough to help prevent thigh chafe yet short enough to stay hidden under shorts or trousers. It is made of 95 percent LENZING ECOVERO viscose with 5 percent spandex, wicks moisture, and features Saxx's micro mesh BallPark Pouch front — with the brand's Stop Drop wicking technology built in — intended to prevent skin-against-skin friction. Note that one long-term wearer reported pairs developing holes at the rear pouch seam after two to three years, so durability may be a concern for you.[1,2,3,4] | 6" Colourful Dog Boxer Brief Vibe Xtra: Choose this if you want a soft, moisture-wicking 6 inch inseam boxer brief with Saxx's micro mesh 3D BallPark Pouch front, which is designed to prevent skin-against-skin friction and provide a stay-put feel. It is made of 95% LENZING ECOVERO viscose and 5% elastane with flatlock leg hems and a dark elastic waistband, and stands out with an all-over grid print of stylized dog faces in bright pop colors on a dark background. Note that sizing runs only small through large in the Assorted colorway, and one commenter reports the grey and pink dyes weigh about 2 grams less in XL than darker colors, which may matter for weight-focused uses.[7,8,9,10,11] | 6" Flamingo And Palm Tree Boxer Brief Vibe Xtra: Choose this if you want a slim-fit, 6-inch-inseam boxer brief in a soft, stretchy blend of 95% LENZING™ ECOVERO™ viscose and 5% elastane that wicks away moisture, with a micro mesh 3D BallPark Pouch™ front designed to prevent skin-against-skin friction and the Vibe Xtra line's No Ride-Up Leg™. The Patterned Blue colorway pairs a light-blue body with a dense navy palm-tree print and small pink flamingo motifs, and a vertical fly plus elastic Saxx-logo waistband; one Reddit commenter calls the Vibe their personal favorite for its mix of softness and support. Note it is only offered in medium and extra-large sizes, so it may not work if you need another size.[12,13,14,15,16] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front view of a male model wearing mid-thigh boxer briefs with a black waistband, black/dark charcoal base fabric, large bright pink-orange floral prints, a vertical contoured fly opening, and visible center front seams and pouch construction.
- WaistbandWide elastic waistband in very dark black with an embossed repeating brand name and a small centered rectangular patch bearing contrasting white text.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.31 · w 0.28 · h 0.06 (high) - Waistband text“SAXX”
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.33 · w 0.06 · h 0.04 (high) - Base fabric patternDark charcoal to black base fabric with a tone-on-tone large leaf/foliage pattern in a slightly lighter dark shade across the garment.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.38 · w 0.44 · h 0.52 (high) - Floral print - left thighLarge multicolored floral motif in bright pink, orange and coral tones printed on the left outer thigh.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.58 · w 0.38 · h 0.36 (high) - Floral print - right sideAdditional floral elements in similar bright pink-orange tones appear on the right upper thigh and hip area.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.46 · w 0.33 · h 0.28 (high) - Contoured flyVertical contoured fly opening with a narrow black trim and visible stitching running down the front center pouch.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.42 · w 0.14 · h 0.28 (high) - Center front seam and pouch shapingVisible center front seam and paneled pouch construction creating a raised contour in the crotch area.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.38 · w 0.44 · h 0.45 (high) - Leg length and hemsLegs extend to mid-thigh with a narrow stitched hem at the leg openings.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.78 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing the model from lower chest to mid-thigh against a neutral light gray background with even soft lighting and minimal shadows; model's left hand tugs at the waistband.
- Model torso framingImage crops the model from just below the nipples to mid-thigh, showing bare torso and both arms.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.02 · w 0.90 · h 0.96 (high) - Left hand interactionModel's left hand is pulling slightly at the left side of the waistband.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.46 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Right hand relaxedModel's right hand hangs relaxed at the side, partially visible near the right thigh.
1 region
x 0.77 · y 0.66 · w 0.17 · h 0.28 (high) - Lighting and backgroundEven studio lighting with soft shadows and a smooth neutral light gray backdrop.
Colors
deep black· waistbanddark charcoal· base fabric#121116vivid coral pink· floral printbright white· brand patch text- WaistbandWide elastic waistband in very dark black with an embossed repeating brand name and a small centered rectangular patch bearing contrasting white text.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a pair of mid-length boxer briefs on a male model; black waistband and black base fabric with an overlaid dark charcoal leaf pattern and several large multicolor floral prints in pink, orange and blue tones.
- View and fitRear-facing boxer briefs worn by a male model, covering upper thighs and sitting at the waist with a close, body-conforming fit visible across the seat and upper thighs.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.45 · w 0.64 · h 0.50 (high) - WaistbandApproximately one-inch wide black elastic waistband with a tone-on-tone embossed mark repeated across the band.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.44 · w 0.58 · h 0.07 (high) - Waistband text“SAXX”
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.44 · w 0.12 · h 0.07 (medium) - Base fabric patternBlack base fabric overlaid with a darker charcoal botanical/leaf tone-on-tone pattern that repeats across the seat and legs.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.52 · w 0.60 · h 0.42 (high) - Large floral print, leftLarge multicolor flower occupying the left rear hip area with petals in bright pink, peach and orange hues and blue speckling on one petal.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.56 · w 0.34 · h 0.36 (high) - Floral print, center seam areaVertical floral motif crossing the central rear seam area with pink, orange and blue blended colors visible on the right side of the seat.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.58 · w 0.28 · h 0.34 (high) - Floral print, lower rightPartial flower visible on the outer lower right thigh with the same pink/orange/blue blended coloring.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.74 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high) - Leg hemsStraight stitched hems at the leg openings, visible as a narrow folded seam band at each thigh.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.87 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing the model cropped at mid-back and mid-thigh against a plain light gray background with even lighting and soft shadows.
- BackgroundUniform light gray backdrop with no visible props or packaging.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionRear-facing crop showing the model from lower back to upper thighs, centered horizontally in the frame.
- Lighting and shadowsEven, soft studio lighting with subtle highlights on the model's lower back and soft shadows around the arms and inner thigh creases.
Colors
black· waistband#0D0D14deep black with charcoal pattern· base fabric#0D0D15neon pink / peach / orange with blue accents· floral printbright blue accents· floral blue accents- View and fitRear-facing boxer briefs worn by a male model, covering upper thighs and sitting at the waist with a close, body-conforming fit visible across the seat and upper thighs.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Saxx
Vibe Xtra Boxer Brief Fly - Hibiscus Jungle-Coral | SAXX Underwear
Variants
3 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4501606 | 6" Colourful Leaf Boxer Brief Vibe Xtra - Patterned Black - Small | CA$19.99CA$38.00 | Yes |
| 4501607 | 6" Colourful Leaf Boxer Brief Vibe Xtra - Patterned Black - Medium | CA$19.99CA$38.00 | Yes |
| 4501608 | 6" Colourful Leaf Boxer Brief Vibe Xtra - Patterned Black - Large | CA$19.99CA$38.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Great
My husband loves SAXX boxer briefs and these were no different!
Reddit Insights
4 threads · r/Ultralight, r/BuyItForLifeReddit users have mixed feelings about Saxx underwear: the comfort and ballpark pouch are praised, but many report rapid durability issues and question the high price, making it a polarizing brand.
Positive sentiments focus on the unique comfort of the ballpark pouch and fun patterns, while negative sentiments highlight frequent holes and declining quality, leading to overall mixed leaning negative.
Themes
Use Cases
- Travel
- Everyday wear
- Outdoor and athletic activities (hiking, skiing, delivery work)
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs ExOfficio
Some users find Saxx less durable and not worth the premium compared to ExOfficio, which is often cited as having better longevity.
Source Threads
Saxx comfort and patterns for travel
I go with Saxx and Bamboo Cool (which are lighter and antimicrobial for travel). As it turns out Saxx is more comfortable in my option so I packed them for the trip I’m currently on. Also, Saxx has a ton of amusing patterns. Makes absolutely no difference functionally, but who wouldn’t want shorts with sharks on them?
u/[deleted]r/UltralightView thread →
Disappointment with Saxx quality compared to cheap alternatives
I wonder to see Saxx in this r/ my opinion is stil about the boxerbriefs, but the quality is the same like you get from any cheap walmart offer, beside the ball park. I was really disappointed and would not recommend Saxx, especially if you expect anything close to ExOfficio.
u/Maittaneer/BuyItForLifeView thread →
Durability issues with Vibe and Quest models
I was sold on SAXX because I bought 4 or 5 pairs and loved them. They were so comfortable and the colours and patterns were exactly how they appeared on the site. I ended up ordering 25 pairs over the nest year as I loved them so much. Unfortunately, having owned SAXX underwear now for 2 to 3 years now, I can tell you that they are not durable at all. I've had 8 pairs develop a hole right at the seam where "the ball park" starts at the back. Once the hole forms the underwear is finished. This has happened with Vibe and Quest underwear and I suspect it does not matter what style. For the amount that SAXX charges for these underwear, this issue is unacceptable.
u/ButterscotchSkunkr/BuyItForLifeView thread →
Decline in Saxx quality over the years
Saxx quality has gone down in the last 5-10 years. It’s been a gradual decline but their original pairs used to last me years (>3). Recent purchases fail within 6 months where the fabric near the crotch will tear (not at the seam) and it’s impossible to patch. I no longer consider Saxx to be good value for the money they cost. It’s certainly not BIFL.
u/PalandDroner/BuyItForLifeView thread →