https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:22:46 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1288495 Thu, 26 Jun 2014 18:43:37 +0000 Anonymous 1288495@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow! What great information and serious knowledgable swimmers. Thank you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1288123 Thu, 26 Jun 2014 08:46:32 +0000 gradfashionista 1288123@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Look for a 100% polyester suit. I own ones by Speedo, TYR and Nike and prefer the Speedo, but all of them do the job. They have lasted me *years*. If the lining is polyester, too, then it is indestructible. After two years, the nylon/spandex lining of my Speedo disintegrated, but the suit itself was perfectly fine. Polyester is not as flattering and it's a stiffer fabric, but it will last a very, very long time. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1287084 Wed, 25 Jun 2014 01:09:31 +0000 Sarah A 1287084@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I havent tried the Endurance material but lately (since Dec at least) have rotated 2 Polyester spendex suits (Finals funkies, Dolphin Uglies are two brands) and they seem better for not fading yet than the Nylon/Lycra spandex blends I had used previolsly (TYR/dolfin).&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1286845 Tue, 24 Jun 2014 18:50:49 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1286845@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yup, I agree with the comments about the Endurance material. Regular lycra suits last only a few months before seriously stretching out and thinning, but the Endurance fabric lasts long enough I actually tire of the suit before it wears out. I like Endurance for training, lycra for racing.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1286565 Tue, 24 Jun 2014 13:26:28 +0000 Glory 1286565@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think that 6 months is about average for heavy use in public pools. Some of the swimmers I know get a little longer out of them by doubling up for practice and saving a good suit for competition.<br />Even in our backyard pool where the chemicals are minor my daughter will get 2-3 months out of a suit.<br />Great job on all that swimming! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1286518 Tue, 24 Jun 2014 11:29:38 +0000 Carla 1286518@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Astrid has the right of it. I have Speedo ENDURANCE suits that are about 5 years old. 2 of them in rotation and worn at least 2 times per week for 90 min lap swims with Masters. I throw them in the wash with my towels and other laundry, and hang them to dry. 1 plain black with blue trim and one a blue swirly design with black trim. Fly back style fits me best and provides unrestricted shoulder range of motion. About $80 CA per. </p> <p>The regular Speedos aren't the same nor are other suits like TYR or Nike that seem designed for swim training, but just don't hold up. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1286347 Tue, 24 Jun 2014 03:45:13 +0000 Echo 1286347@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My DD wears Speedo suits, and they are usually done-in after a summer's wear, visiting the pool several times a week. I rinse and line dry her suits after each wear, and perhaps children are harder on their suits than adults, but I think it is unavoidable with spandex and chlorine, unfortunately. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1286031 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 21:59:41 +0000 Janet 1286031@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I do the same thing as Kristin when it comes to "washing" my suits. But then I mostly swim in my own pool, which is not heavily chlorinated, and that's only four months out of the year, so maybe I am just not that hard on my suits after all. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1286027 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 21:56:08 +0000 Kristin SF 1286027@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My lap suits tend to last about 9 mos to a year. My Athleta suits do not last as long as my regular gear swimsuits from TYR or Speedo. You might just stick with those brands. Last summer was the first time I tried Athleta swimsuits, and they were pretty much toast by the fall.</p> <p>Also, what do you mean by wash? I rinse my suits at the pool, in the shower with me, using the body soap available there. I roll them up in my towel for the journey home, then lie flat to dry. Once in a while, I'll do a quick soak in a chlorine removal solution (cold water) at home. And never wash in the washing machine! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1286003 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 21:22:55 +0000 Astrid 1286003@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have the same problem as you, although my upper body is not as long. But two pieces are definitely much easier to fit. I was thinking of getting something similar to the Speedo tankini the next time my suit needs replacing. Mine does work but it's not the most flattering. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1285937 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 20:01:33 +0000 Anonymous 1285937@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Astrid - Thanks for the links to the Speedo tankinis. So much cuter than the utilitarian black one I have. You are right that tankinis are easier for me to fit, especially since I am flat chested but still have butt/thighs to accommodate. I usually end up with a small top, medium bottoms, tummy showing :)</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1285932 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 19:54:52 +0000 Anonymous 1285932@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for all the help. I do wear tankinis sometimes for laps but prefer a one piece. I will have to try Lands End. I tried a few years back and they were too large at the chest for me. Looks like I need to wash more. I do rinse the suits really well after each use and hang to dry. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1285931 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 19:54:02 +0000 Jules 1285931@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yeah my swimmer friends report this issue as well. My kids' cheap suits don't last much more than 8-10 months of weekly swimming lessons and a summer at the beach. I rinse after the pool. I am not sure washing would be better because I believe it is also hard on the elastic, but might be worth a try. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1285927 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 19:48:32 +0000 minimalist 1285927@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That sounds about right, Marin. </p> <p>Land's End has long-torso suits, but I have no idea how they'd fare for laps use. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1285926 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 19:48:31 +0000 Astrid 1285926@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Speedo also has sporty tankinis made out of Endurance, if that is an option:</p> <p><a href="http://www.speedousa.com/product/index.jsp?productId=29532806&amp;view=all&amp;kw=tankini#.U6iDFFE6i8M" rel="nofollow">http://www.speedousa.com/produ.....6iDFFE6i8M</a><br /><a href="http://www.speedousa.com/product/index.jsp?productId=12504901#.U6iD8VE6i8M" rel="nofollow">http://www.speedousa.com/produ.....6iD8VE6i8M</a><br /><a href="http://www.speedousa.com/product/index.jsp?productId=12482956#prStartContent" rel="nofollow">http://www.speedousa.com/produ.....artContent</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1285915 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 19:30:56 +0000 Janet 1285915@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow. I have suits from five years ago that are still going along fine -- they've lost a little elasticity but they're still usable. I do tend to rotate suits though, so the same suits don't get used more than once a week. Maybe that helps.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1285911 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 19:26:25 +0000 Astrid 1285911@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My latest suit is a Speedo suit made out of their Endurance material and I really like it so far. I hasn't been used heavily though, so I'm not sure if it would hold up longer than the ones you wear now. It's this one in a different color:</p> <p><a href="http://store.speedo.com/p/all-swimsuits/womens-monogram-pullback/808844" rel="nofollow">http://store.speedo.com/p/all-.....ack/808844</a></p> <p>I love the style, it gives great coverage in the back which I don't find very often. I'm not sure if it would work if you need a long suit though.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1285908 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 19:13:04 +0000 lyn* 1285908@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yeah, another example of how things are easier for guys: I think my dad has the same swim trunks from when he was my age. HAHAHAHA. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1285903 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 19:08:47 +0000 Anonymous 1285903@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm, these are gear items that are getting heavily used as such, so I guess the 6-month lifespan doesn't shock me. I wonder, though, if thoroughly washing every time&nbsp;instead of just rinsing would help. Chlorine is ridiculously hard on fabric. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1285890 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 18:52:52 +0000 Anonymous 1285890@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Really! So much for the spendy Athleta suits. In some weird way it is good to hear that I am not doing something to them. I will have to start buying multiples when I find one that fits. Thanks for the help. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1285878 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 18:45:57 +0000 lyn* 1285878@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's slightly longer than the duration my lap suits last; I'd probably say 6 months is the norm for me.</p> <p>I wash them out after every time though; and make sure they're pretty dry. I have three in rotation. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lap-swimsuits---why-do-they-fall-apart#post-1285871 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 18:36:52 +0000 Anonymous 1285871@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am going through lap swimsuits at an alarming rate. I am&nbsp;not sure if it is how I am caring for&nbsp;my suits or if it is the pool water. These past two years I have increased my swimming from occasional spurts of training to a pretty consistent&nbsp;2-3 times a&nbsp;week. I usually have two suits on rotation, rinse the suit after each swim and wash maybe after 3 - 4&nbsp;swims. I use two pools, an outdoor&nbsp;saline and an indoor&nbsp;chlorine. I prefer the saline but am a cold wimp in the winter. My suits will start to loose the stretch after about 6 months of use. I think they are fine, get in the pool one day to have them balloon about me. Ugh! Any recommendations on care of the suits or contents. I have a hard time fitting most suits and need a long, complicating the situation. Thanks! </p>