Legal suits foe S C Nats in April

Has anyone raced in their Yingfa suit, yet? Love to hear about it. I'm tempted to just get a pretty, lycra Speedo, but those Yingfas are the same price.My guy's viewpoint is that these are excellent suits; I find it only marginally (very marginally) different than my TYR Tracer Light. I'll still be racing in a Tracer Light at Nationals, because they're only $100, but I'm using my Yingfa in all other meets. It's a solid suit and I think way better than any of the 'standard' / non-tech lycra suits I've tried. YMMV and it might be different for women vs. men

Just bought a Yingfa. The price is sweet. I went by the size chart and got an xl. Hope that's right -- my waist is 32, and my Aquablade is a 32.

Let me know how they fit you ! They were too short for me.

Just bought a Yingfa. The price is sweet. I went by the size chart and got an xl. Hope that's right -- my waist is 32, and my Aquablade is a 32. I've been using my Yingfa suit like crazy in all my meets. my waist is 32 I guess for jeans, I use a 30 for my suits though... My Yingfa is a Large size, and seems to fit pretty good. I may try a Medium next time since they're only $33. I've had very good results with the suit so far. I'm happy, especially since I don't have the kind of $$$ to spend on the "big name" suits. I'd rather race in a "grab bag" suit for $10 than spend $150+ for something that may wear out just the same. :)

Let me know how they fit you ! They were too short for me. That's cause they're only supposed to go from your waist to just above the knees! :lmao:

I've been using my Yingfa suit like crazy in all my meets. my waist is 32 I guess for jeans, I use a 30 for my suits though... My Yingfa is a Large size, and seems to fit pretty good. I may try a Medium next time since they're only $33. I've had very good results with the suit so far. I'm happy, especially since I don't have the kind of $$$ to spend on the "big name" suits. I'd rather race in a "grab bag" suit for $10 than spend $150+ for something that may wear out just the same. :) I can't wait to try it out. Maybe it will become the forum 'team' suit. :)

Here's what's legal: They have the Blue & White FINA approved circle beside the suits Think I'm going to wear a B70 NEROTX Ande List of FINA Approved swimsuits Valid for the period from 01 January 2011 to 31 December 2011 (the List of FINA Approved swimsuits for 2012 will be published before December 31, 2011). USMS RULES 102.14 Swimwear for Pool Competition 102.14.1 Design—The swimsuits worn for competition shall be nontransparent and conform to the current concept of the appropriate. The referee shall have authority to bar offenders from competition until they comply with this rule. A Swimwear shall include only a swimsuit, cap and goggles (a nose clip and ear plugs are allowed). Armbands or legbands shall not be regarded as parts of the swimsuit and are not allowed. B In swimming competitions, the competitor must wear only one swimsuit in one or two pieces. All swimsuits shall be made from textile materials. For men, the swimsuit shall not extend above the navel nor below the knees, and for women, shall not cover the neck, extend past the shoulder nor extend below the knees. C Only swimsuits complying with FINA swimsuit specifications may be worn in any USMS sanctioned or recognized competition. D Exemptions to the foregoing restrictions may be granted to a swimmer, on a case by case basis, by the chair of the Rules Committee or designee. Exemptions will be granted only for conflicts due to the swimmer’s verified religious beliefs or verified medical conditions. (1) Procedures for applying for an exemption will be established by the Rules Committee and posted on the U.S. Masters Swimming website. (2) No exemption to these restrictions will be granted for a swimsuit that will give the swimmer a competitive advantage. (3) The decision of the Rules Committee chair may be appealed only to the entire Rules Committee, whose decision shall be final and binding on all parties. E No swimmer is permitted to wear or use any device or substance to enhance speed, pace, buoyancy or endurance during a race (such as webbed gloves, flippers, fins, etc.). Goggles may be worn, and rubdown oil applied if not considered excessive by the referee. Any kind of tape on the body is not permitted unless approved by the referee. FINA List of Approved Suits for 2010 USA Swimming Rules 102.8 SWIMWEAR .1 Design A Swimwear shall include only a swimsuit, cap, and goggles. Armbands or leg bands shall not be regarded as parts of the swimsuit and are not allowed. B In swimming competitions, the swimmer must wear only one swimsuit in one or two pieces, except as provided in 205.10.1. All swimsuits shall be made from textile materials. For men, the swimsuit shall not extend above the navel nor below the knees, and for women, shall not cover the neck, extend past the shoulder, nor extend below the knee (see 701.4.4 for open water exception). (1) Exemptions to the foregoing restriction may be granted to a swimmer, on a case by case basis, by the Chair of the Rules & Regulations Committee, or his/her designee. Exemptions will be granted only for conflicts due to the swimmer’s verified religious beliefs or verified medical conditions. (2) Procedures for applying for an exemption will be established by the Rules & Regulations Committee and posted on the USA Swimming website. (3) No exemption to this restriction will be granted for a swimsuit that will give the swimmer a competitive advantage. (4) The decision of the Rules Chair may be appealed only to the entire Rules & Regulations Committee, whose decision shall be final and binding on all parties. C Only swimsuits complying with FINA swimsuit specifications may be worn in any USA Swimming sanctioned or approved competition. D Swimsuits worn for competition must be non-transparent and conform to the current concept of the appropriate. E No swimmer is permitted to wear or use any device, substance or swimsuit to help his/ her speed, pace, buoyancy or endurance during a race (such as webbed gloves, flippers, fins, etc.). Goggles may be worn, and rubdown oil applied if not considered excessive by the Referee. Any kind of tape on the body is not permitted unless approved by the Referee. F The Referee shall have authority to bar offenders from the competition until they comply with the rule. .2 Insignia — Swimmers may wear the insignia and/or name of the club or organization they represent or of which they are a member or the insignia of their FINA National Federation or Organizing Committees for Olympic, World, Continental or Regional Championships, except as otherwise provided in 202.6.3 for international competition and in FINA rules GR5 and GR6. Swimmers shall not be allowed to wear the insignia and/or name of any club or organization which they are not entitled to represent in open competition, if such action is objectionable to that club or organization. .3 Advertising (effective 10-01-10) A Advertising means the normal display of the name, designation, trademark, logo, or any other distinctive sign of the manufacturer of the item or any other advertiser permitted in accordance with this rule. FINA labeling and the USA Swimming logo or club logo shall not be considered as advertisements. Logos of the swimwear manufacturer shall be considered as advertising and are included in the limits described in (1) through (3) below. In the competition venue or complex of all events conducted by and under the control of USA Swimming or any LSC or division thereof, advertising appearing on swimwear is allowed as follows: (1) Swimsuits — A total of two separate advertising logos of a maximum size of 20 square centimeters (3.1 sq. in.) each, as measured as applied, shall be permitted. (2) Caps — A total of two separate advertising logos of a maximum size of 20 square centimeters (3.1 sq. in.) each, as measured as applied, shall be permitted. A club logo is not considered as advertising and is not subject to the size limitations. (3) Goggles — A total of two separate advertising logos of a maximum size of 6 square centimeters (.9 sq. in.) each, as measured as applied, shall be permitted, but only on the spectacle frame or band. B Body advertising in the form of temporary tattoos or other embellishments is not allowed. C Advertising for the following shall not be allowed: (1) Products involving tobacco, alcohol or pharmaceuticals containing substances banned under IOC or FINA rules; (2) Political statements; and (3) Any products or services that would be counter to the values of the sport or bring disrepute to USA Swimming. D Swimmers in violation of the above provisions may be barred from the competition venue until they comply. However, any swimmer who competes in an event wearing swimwear in violation of these advertising provisions shall not be subject to disqualification.

Just bought a Yingfa. The price is sweet. I went by the size chart and got an xl. Hope that's right -- my waist is 32, and my Aquablade is a 32. I originally got an XL Yingfa (my waist 33/34) and, while I liked, felt it had a little extra room so I got the large and that was a tighter fit.

I HIGHLY recommend the Yingfa for comfort and price. Because the suits are: XS, S, M, L, and XL they are tough at first to size. I think I ended up with a medium and I'm about 25lbs overweight. George has all the answers if you ask the right questions. I also compared the Yingfa to the B70 and my estimate was that the Yingfa was just a hair slower than the B70. :2cents: Good luck :cheerleader:

I originally got an XL Yingfa (my waist 33/34) and, while I liked, felt it had a little extra room so I got the large and that was a tighter fit. I just tried it on and it fits great -- a little lower in the back than my other suits, but not too low. :applaud: I'll test drive it Monday.