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PUMP! Bon Voyage
The Pride 2026 Collection
Sail, Prism, Captain and Lighthouse — nautical codes and sailor tattoo iconography reworked for Pride season. Plus: what to wear to Pride, what to expect, and every major Pride event still to come in 2026.
Every year the rainbow underwear drops arrive on schedule and mostly say the same thing twice. Bon Voyage is PUMP!'s answer to that — a Pride collection built on nautical language instead: sailor tattoos, rope motifs, striped uniforms and lighthouse symbolism, all of which have quietly carried queer meaning for as long as sailors have carried tattoos. Four ranges — Sail, Prism, Captain and Lighthouse — across thongs, jockstraps and boxers.
We've sold men's underwear since 2006 and have been an official UK PUMP! stockist since 2010. Below: the full collection, an honest guide to what to actually wear to Pride this year, and a running calendar of every major Pride event still ahead in 2026 — including Manchester and Gran Canaria.
The Sail Cotton and Mesh Thong takes the collection's nautical codes into darker territory — a 50mm matte white waistband with black stripe detailing and a heat-sealed PUMP! logo patch, sitting above a soft black cotton cup framed in contrast white stitching. Black mesh side panels give it a revealing, layered look; white piping along the legs keeps the whole thing sharp and body-defining. Nylon 56% / cotton 37% / elastane 7%.
The one that says it plainly. A 45mm white waistband with a rope-inspired pattern and blue PUMP! logo sits above a prism-printed webbed mesh cup, lined with soft cotton for comfort through a long day standing. Rear elastics in fresh blue with white piping give it a lifting, supportive fit that holds up through a parade, not just a photo. Nylon 93% / elastane 7%.
Crisp whites, marine blues and layered textures that recall vintage swim uniforms and seaside iconography — minimal in silhouette, daring in attitude. The Captain Thong pairs a striped cotton cup with white mesh side panels and marine blue binding; the Captain Boxer takes the same stripes into a mid-length, cool-touch cotton cut with a signature swallow insignia at the front, a nod to the traditional sailor tattoo symbolising travel, belonging and finding your way home.
Drawn from the symbolism long connected to queer maritime culture, the Lighthouse Jockstrap pairs fresh blue tones and striped detailing with a sailor tattoo-inspired heart patch at the front — traditional artwork reimagined through a modern Pride lens. The 45mm matte white waistband carries marine blue stripes and the PUMP! logo; the mesh cup is lined with soft white cotton for breathable, all-day support. Nylon 77% / elastane 23%.
"Sailors carried their stories on their skin — hearts, swallows, rope, lighthouses. Bon Voyage borrows that language and points it somewhere new: wherever Pride takes you this year."
PUMP! Bon Voyage, Pride 2026What to Wear to Pride: An Honest Outfit & Underwear Guide
Most "Pride outfit" guides start with the flag cape and work backwards. Start with what's actually against your skin instead — you'll be on your feet for hours, in the heat, in a crowd, and what you're wearing under everything matters more than what's over it.
Support first. A jockstrap is genuinely the most practical thing you can wear to a parade — the open back breathes, the wide waistband stays put through hours of standing and dancing, and the pouch supports without the chafing that a lot of briefs cause by mid-afternoon. If you're marching or on a float, that matters more than it sounds like it should.
Then build outward. A rainbow or nautical-print jockstrap waistband shown above a low-slung short, a mesh tank with a bold pouch visible underneath, unzipped or open trousers over a striped brief — all of this reads as intentional Pride styling rather than an afterthought, and it photographs well from a distance, which matters at a parade where most photos are taken from across the street.
Practical layer. Breathable fabric over anything heavy — most Pride events run through the hottest part of the day. Comfortable shoes over anything you can't stand in for six hours. Sunscreen, water, and somewhere to put your phone and cash that isn't your hands, since pockets and bags get complicated in a crowd.
Accessorising with a flag or harness works with any of the four Bon Voyage ranges underneath — the jockstrap especially, since the exposed waistband and open back are designed to be seen, not hidden.
Crowds and noise from early — get there early if you want a good spot on the parade route. Marches and parades happen earlier in the day, parties and club events later — pace yourself and plan your day around what you actually want to see. Most city Prides are free to attend on the street, though some have ticketed areas. Bring water, sun protection and a portable charger. Pride began as a protest, not just a party — many cities still open with a vigil or march that's worth attending if it's part of your local event. And it's fine to just watch; you don't have to march, dress up, or do anything you're not comfortable with to belong there.
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What Makes Bon Voyage Different
Hearts, swallows, rope and lighthouse motifs — sailor tattoo symbolism that's carried queer meaning for generations, reframed for Pride season.
Breathable mesh and cotton-lined pouches designed to hold up through a parade, a party, and everything after.
Wide waistbands and a contoured, lifting pouch that stay put through standing, dancing and marching.
Designed to be seen under harnesses, mesh and open shirts, not hidden away.
Designed in Montreal, made at PUMP!'s own facility in Medellín under fair, safe conditions.
Bought direct from PUMP! as an authorised UK stockist — no marketplace counterfeits.
Sizing & Fit: Does Bon Voyage Run Small?
Like the rest of the PUMP! range, Bon Voyage is cut close to the body by design — form-fitting rather than small. The stretch fabrics adapt well, but if you're between sizes or prefer more room, size up. Measure your waist, not your jeans size.
| Size | Waist (inches) | Waist (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 28–30" | 71–76cm |
| Medium | 31–32" | 79–81cm |
| Large | 33–34" | 84–86cm |
| XL | 35–36" | 89–91cm |
Note that XL is currently the largest size across the Bon Voyage range. For a full breakdown, see our guide on whether PUMP! underwear runs true to size.
Pride 2026: Every Major Event Still to Come
Pride season doesn't end in June. Here's what's still ahead in 2026 — dates as confirmed by organisers at time of writing; always check the official event page before booking travel.
| Event | Location | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester Pride | Manchester, UK | 28–31 August 2026 (parade Sat 29 Aug) |
| UK Pride | Newport, Wales | 5 September 2026 |
| Belgrade Pride | Belgrade, Serbia | 5 September 2026 |
| Valletta Pride | Valletta, Malta | 12 September 2026 |
| Preston & Cumbria Pride | Preston & Cumbria, UK | 26 September 2026 |
| Shrewsbury Pride | Shrewsbury, UK | 26–27 September 2026 |
| Willemstad Pride | Curaçao | 1 October 2026 |
| Maspalomas Winter Pride | Gran Canaria, Spain | 2–8 November 2026 |
Dates sourced from official event pages and Pride listing sites as of August 2026 and subject to change by organisers.
Manchester Pride (28–31 August) is the UK's biggest Pride outside London, run across the Gay Village on Canal Street and Sackville Gardens, with a free parade, vigil and Youth Pride alongside ticketed festival areas. Maspalomas Winter Pride in Gran Canaria (2–8 November) closes out the European Pride calendar with a full week of parties, pool events and a grand parade at the Yumbo Centre — a warm-weather send-off for the year, and where a lot of Bon Voyage will genuinely get worn.
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