So, I am going to Spring Nats this year and started to look for a new tech suit as I've been using the same one since Nationals in San Antonio in 2015. Does anyone else get sticker shock when you see what the going rate is for these suits? I am absolutely flabbergasted that such a flimsy scrap of fabric, that is only intended to last for a few meets, can cost $300-$400+. When full length suits were legal, I can remember paying around $75-$100 for a suit if I was willing to buy a suit from the previous year's line, but ever since knee-length suits have become the only option, the prices continue to climb. Even clearance and previous generation models run $200-$300. As much as I want to be competitive and use swimwear that will help me perform better, I'm thinking that I'm either going to wear my old almost-transparent tech suit or compete in a workout suit.
From a male perspective, I've always found the TYR Tracer Light to be the best blend of value and performance. I have tried higher cost suits (even some from TYR) and certainly liked them, but haven't found them worth the incremental money. Not sure if the Tracer Light is a great women's suit.
Also, what I typically do is buy my tech suit - either at Nationals (when they typically have deals) or right after I renew my USMS membership (when there are discounts).
From a male perspective, I've always found the TYR Tracer Light to be the best blend of value and performance. I have tried higher cost suits (even some from TYR) and certainly liked them, but haven't found them worth the incremental money. Not sure if the Tracer Light is a great women's suit.
Also, what I typically do is buy my tech suit - either at Nationals (when they typically have deals) or right after I renew my USMS membership (when there are discounts).
