I agree with aquageek, The Look has to fit the person and the activity. I am a lifeguard, as well as a fitness swimmer, and when some guy comes into the pool in a speedo and he can't swim very well, we all crack up. But, the serious swimmer in a speedo, goggles, & probably a cap is viewed as normal. Play with the kids in regular trunks and when you swim well enough (a mile in under 45 minutes or so -- nothing major competitive), by all means wear the speedo and enjoy the glide through the water ... the only people laughing are ones who are jealous of your ability.
I think it is just as funny when the guy who can swim fairly well, is wearing some baggy knee-length shorts, just messing up his workout.
I agree with aquageek, The Look has to fit the person and the activity. I am a lifeguard, as well as a fitness swimmer, and when some guy comes into the pool in a speedo and he can't swim very well, we all crack up. But, the serious swimmer in a speedo, goggles, & probably a cap is viewed as normal. Play with the kids in regular trunks and when you swim well enough (a mile in under 45 minutes or so -- nothing major competitive), by all means wear the speedo and enjoy the glide through the water ... the only people laughing are ones who are jealous of your ability.
I think it is just as funny when the guy who can swim fairly well, is wearing some baggy knee-length shorts, just messing up his workout.
