Blue 70 Sizing

RE: Blue 70 Sizing

Former Member — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 16:03:27 GMT

i am about 6'1 172. i have a size 40 chest and a 32 waist.(i know weird sizing) i wear a size 30 in any body skin. when i tried on the b70 that is what fit best. i cant afford one, so i will just wait to make jr nats where they give you a free lzr. i have an aquashift and a FSII

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The Fortress — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 12:09:31 GMT

Why yes: 1. More compression/girdle-like effect through the torso. The legs are great, I think you just solved how to avoid failing the "take your marks" test, and the only other thing for me is the water-down-the-suit issue. My B70 had less compression through the torso than my FS PRo (hi neck) and even LZR (racerback). Perhaps offer long sizes? Maybe this could be solved by wearing a 24L instead of a 26. 2. Racerback body style, priced around $295.95. I disagree about the legs. Most women I know have trouble fitting the suit high in the crotch because the legs are so tight. Most masters women don't have stick legs. I do agree about more compression in the torso though. I had a chuckle over that comment too, Rick.

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osterber — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 12:00:43 GMT

so i will just wait to make jr nats where they give you a free lzr. Huh? Free LZR suits for everyone who qualifies for Junior Nationals? Really? -Rick

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BillS — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 05:34:04 GMT

i i cant afford one, so i will just wait to make jr nats where they give you a free lzr. i have an aquashift and a FSII I would assume he is referring to Speedo's penchant for allowing people to try the LZR -- on a loaner basis -- at big meets.

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chowmi — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 03:46:46 GMT

I disagree about the legs. Most women I know have trouble fitting the suit high in the crotch because the legs are so tight. Most masters women don't have stick legs. I do agree about more compression in the torso though. I had a chuckle over that comment too, Rick. My post was about MY experience, not "some women, most women" - here's your chance to ask for what YOU want!! My experience with the B70 - legs in particular -was about compression, not length or the ability/inability to steal material for the crotch. If these improvements/new style choices were offered, i'd consider buying another B70. I've given mine away. Until then, or the rules change, I will be buying LZRs. Post a direct request/wish list for B70 to see!

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swimmieAvsFan — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 02:57:33 GMT

did anyone stop and think that the "they" he referred to might be his team??? just a thought...

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knelson — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 02:05:18 GMT

Huh? Free LZR suits for everyone who qualifies for Junior Nationals? Really? I doubt you get a free LZR, but I bet you do get a nice bag tag!

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Former Member — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 10:17:09 GMT

I would like to see a B70 legskin. I think I heard at one point that was being considered. Any plans for one?

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swimmj — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 03:20:12 GMT

I would vote for long sizes as well. I'm much longer in the torso than big around. I wear a 25L in a speedo fspro and have a 26 blue seventy knee suit. I tried on a 24 blue seventy full leg suit and could not get the crotch in the right place - I needed more thigh room. Size charts say I should be the smaller size.

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Former Member — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 13:38:33 GMT

Just to give you all an update. I am 178 pounds. Waist 35 and chest 39 and I am 5 foot 9; I got a size 26 in the mail and tryed it on an it was a little to tight around my butt. When I bent over it felt like I would strip the the suit. I am going to go with a size 28.

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The Fortress — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 11:50:27 GMT

RE: Blue 70 Sizing

Former Member — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 09:42:06 GMT

Hi all, Sorry for not chipping in a little earlier. The issue with blowouts on the "Butt" & "Thigh" area is down to fitting and really getting the suit high in the crotch area, and also when the suit has been raced in dry. Typically the suit performs and shapes best when wet. Ideally: Put the suit on, and work the thighs and chest through at least twice. Drop in the pool, get out, and repeat the working up the legs and chest. It is paramount the thighs are fitted high in the crotch. Being a progressive company we have taken the issues seen re the ripped suits and we are examining patterns and sizing grading in order to investigate any changes for the better. While i am on-line, is there anything you all as swimmers would like to see in future suit developments? Don't be shy, anything that gets the wheels of innovation and imagination moving (Within the rules of course) Thanks all Deano blueseventy marketing dept dean@blueseventy.com U.K Cell 011 44 7827 279714 USA 206 295 5300

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Former Member — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 06:11:58 GMT

Seems as if every B70 blow out/rip you hear about is in the butt/upper thigh area. On the sizing chart, they have a chest/waist measurement, but no hip measurement. Why? Does anyone think you can go up a size with no ill effect in the water? Actually, in my discussions with Dean from B70 he believes the issues I had with my swimskin were caused by wearing a suit that was too big. I bought it the last day of LCM nationals and the rep said it was the right size. (Conviently, when I asked about a smaller size she was out of stock.) Dean replaced my suit, which got runs in the rear after only 1500 meters of swimming. In the process, he felt I may need to go down two sizes. I went down one size after insisting that I'm not quite as lean as your average elite swimmer. Haven't tried the new one out yet--saving it for zones. Their customer services is fabulous, so if you're really not sure what size you need, CALL THEM! They're good about describing the proper fit, how to make sure you're putting on correctly and how high to pull the legs. They do give more when wet, so be careful about up sizing.

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chowmi — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 05:01:52 GMT

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The Fortress — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 03:59:38 GMT

Actually, in my discussions with Dean from B70 he believes the issues I had with my swimskin were caused by wearing a suit that was too big. I bought it the last day of LCM nationals and the rep said it was the right size. (Conviently, when I asked about a smaller size she was out of stock.) Dean replaced my suit, which got runs in the rear after only 1500 meters of swimming. In the process, he felt I may need to go down two sizes. I went down one size after insisting that I'm not quite as lean as your average elite swimmer. Haven't tried the new one out yet--saving it for zones. Their customer services is fabulous, so if you're really not sure what size you need, CALL THEM! They're good about describing the proper fit, how to make sure you're putting on correctly and how high to pull the legs. They do give more when wet, so be careful about up sizing. Interesting ... It's hard to see how a suit being too big would cause runs on the back side though ... Why did Dean say this could happen? The customer service is fabulous. The only problem I see is with the warranty. It's highly unlikely anyone gets 25 swims in in 90 days. In fact, I've now had the suit I got for xmas for 30 days and haven't worn it once.

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Former Member — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 13:56:17 GMT

I went ahead and bought a size 26. When I get it I will try it on and let you guys know

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Former Member — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 14:24:57 GMT

Chest: 40", waist: 34". B70 doesn't have any reference to these measurements for fitting, iirc. What are your waist and chest sizes. Does the suit depend on these or on hight and weight.

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Former Member — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 14:16:57 GMT

What are your waist and chest sizes. Does the suit depend on these or on hight and weight.

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ande — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 11:29:40 GMT

you should be fine with a 26 B70's are very tight when you first put them on ande I need help with the sizing of my new Blue 70. I am 178 pounds. Waist 35 and chest 39 and I am 5 foot 9; I tryed on a size 28 over the weekend and it fitted well and was wondering if I should try get into a size 26?

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Former Member — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 16:46:55 GMT

I'm 5'10" around 175. went with the 26 kneeskin which fit well. The 26 full body was REALLY tight. Really difficult to get on and then hard to bend over for a start. Thought I might blow out the back end. YMMV. I need help with the sizing of my new Blue 70. I am 178 pounds. Waist 35 and chest 39 and I am 5 foot 9; I tryed on a size 28 over the weekend and it fitted well and was wondering if I should try get into a size 26?