I tried on the FS PRO today, it was very tight... even the XXL was tight, although I think the XL will work fine... but, but... it just seems like a full body paper suit... versus the FS 2 which has all the cool material, etc..
Which one is better? $450 dollars is the price here, is there a better way to order it? I'd rather wait for the LZR in the fall if that's the best I can do.
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(thought I'd point that out before some numpty does).
Ahh, I believe I have a new favorite word.... "numpty".
Must go try it out on the Significant Other right now. It may not register, though, as he's engrossed in the 3rd overtime of the hockey game...
Go Penguins, they pulled it out! Back to the 'burgh for game 6 :drink:
Ahh, I believe I have a new favorite word.... "numpty".
Must go try it out on the Significant Other right now. It may not register, though, as he's engrossed in the 3rd overtime of the hockey game...
I have heard 5 swims,more if you re-waterproof them yourself.
5 swims for the Pro?! Geez. I guess I remember (S)he-Man saying they last for 5 minutes. I thought mine was fine for about 5 meets. I still get the compression from it, so I'd wear it again at an in season meet. But it's not as slippery.
Wasn't that what "they" were saying about the FSI's and FSII's when they arrived on the scene? A half-dozen or so swims and you'll need a replacement.
I found that if you treat them nicely, the compression aspect will last a year'ish although they do lose the waterproofing.
Just remember to watch out where you sit while wearing them 'cause the part you don't see? others do! :help:
Whoa, the complete work of Sigmund Freud, that's impressive... I was wondering then, what does the phrase, "A Freudian slip." mean? I've heard it before, but didn't understand it...
A Freudian slip,is a slip of the tongue with unconscious meaning,such as calling your wife by an ex girl friends name(that has unconscious meaning as you'll be unconscious for awhile there after.) According to Freud,all slips have unconscious meaning.
Anyone know about the Blue Seventy point zero3.It looks like it may be about as fast as the LZR,it's available now,and it looks like it may last longer.
I appreciate JMiller posting this thread, as I was going to ask the same thing. Although the thread evolved into a commentary on the state of the world and the tech suit's roll in it, there were a few helpful responses. Would those of you with experience with a couple of different suits kindly share your insights? I'm considering FS II and FS PRO leggings. Do some folks prefer the FS II, even though the FS PRO is a newer model - and presumably meant to be better or faster? I'm surprise to see little price difference between them. Also, any experience with Nike Hydra or Tyr Fusion? Thanks!
here's my scy 50 Backstroke times from recent workouts
while wearing various tech suits:
Tuesday May 27nd, 2008 23.6 FS II Legs
Thursday May 29th, 2008 23.6 FS II Hineck
Saturday May 31st, 2008 23.3 PRO Legs
Wednesday June 4th, 2008 23.7 FS II Legs
I swam my fastest recent 50 time in PRO legs by 0.3
The pro material is thinner.
haven't done any fast practice swims in my PRO Hineck,
I've comvered most details about which suit suits you at:
www.usms.org/.../showpost.php
I haven't tested an LZR hineck.
Some of the most important factors are:
How fast you are in the suit,
How many times you can use each suit, and
How easy the suit is to damage when putting on and taking off
Several friends have poked holes in brand their new PRO's.
The Blue Seventy Suits arrived today and I'm going to try them on.
wish me luck,
Ande
I appreciate JMiller posting this thread, as I was going to ask the same thing. Although the thread evolved into a commentary on the state of the world and the tech suit's roll in it, there were a few helpful responses. Would those of you with experience with a couple of different suits kindly share your insights? I'm considering FS II and FS PRO leggings. Do some folks prefer the FS II, even though the FS PRO is a newer model - and presumably meant to be better or faster? I'm surprise to see little price difference between them. Also, any experience with Nike Hydra or Tyr Fusion? Thanks!
Craig-
All my experience is with the Speedo suits. I like the PRO better than the FSII. The FSII was (is) great, but it tends to start feeling heavy after the waterproofing wears out and during swims longer than a 500. The PRO stays light and doesn't feel like its weighing me down. I've not experienced the waterproofing wear off my pro yet. I've had them for a little over a year (one long leg, one short). Worn both of them through at least 4 big meets--multiple days, multiple events.
The only problem with the PRO is it's not as forgiving as the FSII. It can tear if not handled properly, and it does not stretch out the way the FSII does. The stretch has also been a positive though, as it seems to retain its shape nicely.
that's my :2cents:
Imspoiled, that was awesome feedback! Thank you very much. I just ordered a pair of PRO leggings. I don't swim long races, but it sounds like I'll be able to do some quick pre-race warm-ups in them without worrying about them getting water logged.
