If the full body rubber suits do end up getting banned, why should USMS follow their lead on this issue? (i.e. assuming the suits would continue to be manufactured).
Isn't Masters mostly for each individual to pursue what they want and the level they want out of the sport?
If the full body suit is preferred by many USMS participants, why not satisfy the base by keeping it available?
What's really the point of forcing old USMS swimmers out of their girdles if FINA bans them?
John Smith
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Former Member
I would like, as closely as possible, the rules that we swim under in USMS to mirror those that Phelps, Lochte and co. compete with both nationally and internationally. I'd like to feel like we are doing the same sport, though obviously at completely different levels. I simply see no great compelling reason to part ways on this issue, but obviously I am not as attached to the suits as others.
Very well said.
I would like, as closely as possible, the rules that we swim under in USMS to mirror those that Phelps, Lochte and co. compete with both nationally and internationally. I'd like to feel like we are doing the same sport, though obviously at completely different levels. I simply see no great compelling reason to part ways on this issue, but obviously I am not as attached to the suits as others.
Very well said.
