Has anyone tried the Speedo suits made of Polyester/Xtra Life Lycra(R) such as the "Flip Turns" series of suits? I'm wondering how much longer they actually last. My baseline is that a regular Nylon 80%/Spandex 20% suit lasts 2.5-3 months training 3 days/week.
Also, Nike is making suits of Polyester and XLA Lastol which looks like a new fiber made by Dow. Any comments on the longevity of that combo would be great, too.
Anything with spandex will lose its shape quicker than 100% polyester or 100% nylon because it's the nature of the fiber. Spandex has a life cycle. The only thing that will help, is to find original lycra branded product. That will last a bit longer. On the other hand, Lastol is known for being resistant to chlorine and other chemicals so I assume it must last longer than lycra products in the pool environment.
Anything with spandex will lose its shape quicker than 100% polyester or 100% nylon because it's the nature of the fiber. Spandex has a life cycle. The only thing that will help, is to find original lycra branded product. That will last a bit longer. On the other hand, Lastol is known for being resistant to chlorine and other chemicals so I assume it must last longer than lycra products in the pool environment.
