Customer Reviews

Speedo Race Xtra Life Lycra Quantum Splice Superpro Swimsuit

5 star:		(22)
4 star:		(9)
3 star:		(2)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

As a former competitive swimmer, I'm accustomed to Speedo products. Regardless, I ordered a size larger than I normally do, due to the reviews listed here and had to return it. I wear a size 8-10 in regular clothing. A 40 swimsuit was ridiculous on me. I needed a 36 for a comfortable practice suit-NOT competition tightness.

Ladies, proper fitment of a Speedo swimsuit may not be what you are used to. The legs are cut extremely high-a couple inches away from your natural waist. It does not follow your hipline. Hike up that suit! I promise you wont fall out or have a super wedgie.

Once you get the legs in the proper place, the rest of the suit should feel snug. That's a good fit for a practice suit. A competitive suit will be 2 sizes smaller than snug. ;) As soon as the suit gets wet, it will stretch. It will also stretch with frequent wear. If you order a suit that feels comfortably loose while dry, it will become saggy and loose in the pool. This will cause drag and discomfort as you feel the suit swish around your body while swimming.

This is a great suit with an extremely flattering design. After gaining a few pounds since my competitive days, I will say that this suit makes me look fantastic. Any extra "pooches" around the waist are rendered invisible by the dark background, while attention is drawn to the lighter areas, visually slimming you down.

I bought this for lap swimming ~once per week. Definitely agree with those saying it runs small. I'm a size 4 and thought I would take a 34 but I couldn't get the suit on. Exchanged for a 36 which was still tight but you don't notice once you're in the water. I followed the care instructions and the suit lasted me a good two years. Looks good too. Will buy again.

We really love our Speedo products, but this one was a racer suit. The size chart for these are so confusing. We took the measurements that we thought were appropriate, and the suit was still way way too small. I realize racer suits are a tighter fitting suit, but the suit was for our twelve year old. It would have fit our 8 year old snug! Anyway, we really love Speedo, just be careful with their racer sizing charts. Buy bigger than the measurements!!

I used to be a swimming champ
I strutted round the pool
Now that time's gone marching on
I'm rated as "old school"

But still I like to reminisce
To when I was the best
Winning loads of medals
With the "Speedo" on my chest

Now I have to teach my son
(A very daunting task)
I want to wear a racing suit
(Is that too much to ask?)

I won't be seen in public with
My midriff in full view
I'll never wear a granny suit
That has a brassiere too

No two piece suits or thongs for me
No skirts or macramé
I'll live and die a Speedo fan
No matter what folks say

This suit is perfect for the job
The straps are nice and wide
The legs aren't cut way up to there
It hides what needs to hide

The racer back sits really well
I love the purple trimming
I chose the black because it is
Aesthetically slimming

Now when I dive into the pool
The suit fits like a glove
No longer champ, I am but a
Facsimile thereof




Amanda Richards, May 29, 2008

This swimsuit is excelent!!! I am 34-26-40 so my size is 38. May be this helpfull to others costumers!

It was a little small on me - I got a 38, and I'm 5'11", 155 pounds. It is just a little tight in the lengthwise direction. Other than that, I'm quite happy with it.

Great suit at an exceptional price if wou're used to Speedos. Get a size or two larger than than you would in clothing as they fit tightly (but are supposed to). I am usually a size 6 petite, and take a 36 Speedo. The straps on this one provide good support.

This swimsuit is unbelievably tight. I bought a 36 and I wear size 4-6 woman's clothing. I am not as lean as athlete swimmers, but we all have to start somewhere. This swimsuit is so tight that it is difficult to put on and looks like it was made for a 10 year old girl. I won't be caught dead wearing it. Unless you have less then 10% body fat, be prepared for a very unflattering fit.

I am 5'7", 125lbs, in size 4. I order this piece at 10/36. Received and tried, and decide to exchange for 12/38.

If you want a suit for swimming laps this suit is great. The wide traps are comfortable and the back gives a lot of mobility. A close fit is essential-most swimmers can feel the drag of a loose, badly designed suit. This is one of the most anatomical and comfortable suits, it stretches along the lines of motion in the water. Personally, I like the minimal cut, and I am not skinny-skinny; the less suit, the better, nobody is looking at you, anyway, when you're in the water. Also, every suit relaxes after a few swims, and becomes less tight.
For making your pricey suit last in chlorinated pools, make sure you soap and water wash it right after each swim (you can do it when you shower) and spin the excess water out. It will add dozens of swims to your suit.