Customer Reviews

Speedo Men's Race Xtra Life Lycra Axcel Splice Brief Swimsuit

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These are actually as stated "Xtra Life" The Lycra is more durable, the fit more comfortable, particularly around the leg openings.
Also try solars, like the better pouch effect and if you want less coverage on the sides

Good fit. Substantial fabric. Great price. The test is in their durability and resistance to chlorine.

This is the first speedo I purchased. I've been working out for years and several months ago I decided to improve my swim fitness because I'm training for my first triathlon. I was a bit hesistant to wear a speedo - especially in a public pool. I was used to the typical baggy swim trunks. So my feelings were more of insecurity wearing what at the time was a much skimpier and revealing suit.

I purchased this speedo because I liked the design. It came and as soon as I pulled it out of the package, I was like "no way - this is too revealing for me". My waist is a 31-32 (I'm 5 feet, 10.5 inches, 175 pounds) and I ordered the 32 size. As I pulled it up - it seemed a little tight, but managed to get it fully on and it actually felt great - not too tight, not loose). Still - I didn't have the confidence and I looked up online how other people looked in similiar speedos. I saw I looked about the same so I took a chance, brought it to the public gym pool where I train and I loved it! It felt so comfortable in the water and it was nice to not have that swim drag. Most people seemed not to notice except for a few smiles from the ladies, which I took as a reassuring sign.

The material was comfortable and using the proper care stated on the label (tap water wash after chlorine exposure, hang dry) I've swam only about a dozen times, but it seems to hold up beautifully. The material seems strong.

Overall - for my first speedo - this particular product felt fantastic to swim in, the size (32) was perfect, and it fits well. I would recommend this product to others simply because of the swim feel and what I believe is high quality material. Keep in mind however, I don't have other speedos or race trunks to compare this one to. At the very least, the stripes on this model are nicely fashionable.

I really dislike wearing the baggy outfits that pass for swimsuits these day, when swimming my early morning laps. These speedos are snug, durable, and comfortable.

As expected, good fit and appearance. Doesn't fade and durable. Get a size bigger if you're not used to the tight fit swimmers are comfortable with.

This is what I like most about these. They stay in place because of the great waistband (not the string) or waist seam you might call it. Hope they continue with that design.

I wear a size 30 jeans and the size 30 here fits me snugly with minor adjustments. It's just the right fit.

The suit is very secure so you don't have to worry about your junk falling out or the whole thing coming off.

Very non-constricting compared to a jammer.


I'd suggest conservative people trying this out; you shouldn't be ashamed of yourself no matter how bad you think your body looks.

Feels nice and looks nice but when it came it was waaaaay too small. The Amazon sizing chart must be off for swimwear or Speedo's sizing is off. Dunno. I wear size 34 jeans and just about anything else, however this is more like a 32... Just be aware of this. You might want to go at least 2 sizes higher when ordering...

Nice fit & comfortable.

Wanted a swimsuit that did not cling to my legs, wrinkle, or soak all the surfaces I sit on - and DRY QUICKLY. Meets all requirements.

Elasticity retention? Too soon to tell, we need another 1-2 seasons to check salt water, chlorine (pool) and sun exposure (UV). Time will tell.