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About TYR Racing Swimsuits

About TYR Racing Swimsuits

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TYR AP12 Compression Speed High Short

TYR racing swimsuits are known for their quality. TYR constantly plays with technology to see what works best for competitive swimmers. The TYR AP12 swimsuits have quickly become a favorite of swimmers all over the globe. The compression is unsurpassed and creates a flawless fit for swimmers in the water. The AP12 suits are stitch free for a lightweight, non-constricting fit for swimmers. A combination of bonded seams and four-way lock seams reduce drag.

The TYR AP12  racing swimsuits are available in four different styles. The first is the Compression High Back Speedsuit. This suit has a sleek look and is a one piece for women. Straps allow for fluid movement and stability. The important feature of this suit is the high back, which offers security for some swimmers. The women’s suit is also available in an open back. Some swimmers prefer the feeling of an open back as a high back can sometimes feel constricting. Neither suit is better than the other; it all depends on the swimmer’s needs. Both suits implement the cutting edge technology that TYR is known for.

For men, the brand created the AP12 Compression High Short and Speed short. The High Short offers a high waist, which for some swimmers creates the same security brought on by the high back-style swimsuits. This extra fabric doesn’t drag down a swimmer but instead, creates additional compression that is more comfortable to wear. The Speed shorts have a lower waist and are ideal for male swimmers who do not want the added material above the waist. The TYR AP12 shorts for men are created anatomically correct for superior fit. There’s enhanced compression in the areas that need it most. Both shorts use the four-way lock seams for an ultra-smooth fit.

AP12 is a well-known collection from TYR and is FINA approved. It isn’t every day you come across a collection of competition swimsuits that implement the latest technology and have approval from the organization that oversees competitive swimming. TYR knows how to marry function and technology so it benefits swimmers. TYR swimsuits are an investment that offers a swimmer peace of mind as they compete. The AP12 collection has a fit for everyone and ensures the best of swim technology is what you’re wearing in the water. Though comprised of textiles, the suits offer enhanced compression and a trim fit that will feel at one with your body as you take a plunge.

Buying Arena Racing Swimsuits

Buying Arena Racing Swimsuits

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Arena Powerskin R-Evo+ Jammer

Arena racing swimsuits are among the top swimsuits for competitive swimmers. Swimmers know they’re getting a high-quality suit that utilizes the latest in swimwear technology when buying a suit from the Arena brand. There are many top swimsuit brands to compete with Arena, but their latest Powerskin Carbon Pro collection is on everyone’s hot list for 2012. The Powerskin Carbon Pro is the Arena racing swimsuit that’s the official pick for the London 2012 Olympics. It’s an exciting time in swimsuit technology as designers and scientists find new ways to help a swimmer’s performance.

No matter the price tag or brand name of your suit, don’t expect the suit to do the work for you. The goal when designers and scientists are creating new competitive swimsuits is to create pieces that do not detract from a swimmer’s performance. Some suits have been banned because of studies that show they do enhance a swimmer’s performance, but for the most part, even the most hi-tech suits aren’t going to increase your speed in the water. What hi-tech suits aim to do is resist weight and drag as you swim. The more compressed certain parts of the body feel, the easier it is for a swimmer to gain momentum and perform at their peak level. Muscles should be compressed but never feel constricted. Arena employs one of the best teams for testing various materials against the elements a swimmer is exposed to while competing.

The Arena R-EVO+ is available in a kneesuit and the Jammer racing swimsuit. Both of these suits boast bonded seams and zoned compression similar to the Powerskin Carbon Pro. The benefit of the Powerskin R-EVO+ kneesuit is that it’s one continuous piece for optimal fit. This suit is made without a single stitch so there’s no pulling, bunching or puckering in or out of the water. The Powerskin R-EVO+ series are the lightest suits on the market that are made using textiles. This is the ultimate suit for those who want something comfortable and classic without increasing drag.

Arena racing swimsuits are known for functional design and the latest in swimsuit technology. The brand is constantly pushing the boundaries and winning, as shown with their Powerskin Carbon Pro collection. Both Arena collections are fantastic for the competitive swimmer who wants a high quality suit that will not detract from performance in the water. Arena racing swimsuits are the prime pick for those who know what they want out of competitive swim gear.

Speedo Fastskin3 Elite Suits Shipping Today

Speedo Fastskin3 Elite Suits Shipping Today

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D&J Sports Swim Shop has a large number of Speedo Fastskin3 Elite Jammers and Speedo Fastskin3 Elite Kneeskin. The Fastskin 3 Elite is replacing the LZR Elite and is an excellent suit. We have seen it smash records already and the feedback has been positive for this suit.

We have heard of some issues with the Speedo Fastskin3 Super Elite suits tearing etc. but so far most of those appear to be due to miss sizing issues. Not sure how to size the new Speedo Fastskin 3 Super Elite Suits? We are starting to see that you DO NOT need to size down like you did for the LZR Pro and LZR Elite racing suits. Instead the suits are already small and tight so sizing down only creates issues. Other issues with the too small Speedo Fastskin 3 Super Elite swimsuits are with the grippers on the legs. When you size down your circulation may be reduced and thus the suit may work against you. So then the question is should you buy a Speedo Fastskin3 Super Elite? Yes it is an extremely fast suit but you must try it on and make sure you purchase the correct size and if you purchase the Speedo Fastskin 3 Elite suit then you must size it correctly. We know the Speedo FS3 Elite suit is a solid suit and the Super Elite is also a great option when you fit it correctly.

Buy an Arena Carbon Pro Suit and get a Free Arena Cobra Goggle

Buy an Arena Carbon Pro Suit and get a Free Arena Cobra Goggle

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Carbon Pro Suit and Cobra Goggle PackageThe Arena Carbon Pro racing swimsuits have been released and for a limited time you can get a free Arena Cobra racing swim goggle when you purchase one of the following Carbon Pro swimsuits: Arena Carbon Pro Jammer, Arena Carbon Pro Open Back Kneeskin or the Arena Carbon Pro Closed Back Kneeskin. This latest advancement in racing swimsuit technology. Plus Arena will make the Powerskin Carbon Pro suit in 4 dynamic team colors. The days of boring old plain black championship swimsuits are over.

Arena Powerskin Carbon Pro suits are the first racing suit integrating a carbon cage to deliver Intelligent muscle compression, combined with unprecedented fit.

Compression in a competition swim suit is associated with increased support, efficiency and power, but high compression can have a restricting effect on movement. The swimmer in motion is also a dynamic form with complex requirements for support and compression. How can you get more of the benefits of compression, without its drawbacks? Squeezing the swimmer harder will not help!

To deliver a breakthrough solution to the compression challenge, arena has incorporated carbon fibre into the weave of the Arena POWERSKIN Carbon Pro fabric.Arena Carbon Pro Jammer Suit

Known for its unique structural and mechanical properties, the carbon fibre locks down when and where a critical stretch level is reached, while retaining the suit’s elasticity. This delivers a ramp-up in compression on those specific overextended zones, increasing support and control where and when they are needed without detracting from the swimmer’s mobility.

Don’t forget to order your Arena Carbon Pro championship swimsuit today and receive a free pair of Arena Cobra Racing goggles. D&J Sports Swim Shop will be one of the select few dealers to carry this exclusive new racing suit.

Arena Powerskin Carbon Pro Swimsuits Now Available

Arena Powerskin Carbon Pro Swimsuits Now Available

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Arena Powerskin Carbon Pro Swimsuits

Arena carbon suits will soon become a staple for competitive swimmers. The innovative technology allows swimmers to feel light as they swim. It’s no wonder the Arena Powerskin Carbon Pro is the official swimsuit of the London 2012 Olympics. Swimmers know the quality and durability they’re getting with Arena swimsuits. Carbon technology is just the beginning of what makes these suits so special.

Carbon suits are swimsuits that implement compression technology for the ultimate “at one” feeling for swimmers. Swimmers feel like they’re wearing nothing at all. Arena Carbon pro racing swimsuits have little drag, which can improve a swimmer’s speed. Multiple world records were broken at the World Championships a few years ago in Rome, which prompted FINA to ban hi-tech swim gear. Now Arena has come out with the Powerskin Carbon Pro, which is the official swimsuit for the London games. After a few years of toying with technology, Arena has developed a swimsuit with exceptional fit and intelligent muscle compression. This means there’s virtually no weight due to the suit as a swimmer makes his or her way through the lane.

A cutting edge carbon fiber weave is part of the fabric on the Arena Powerskin Carbon Pro swimsuits. This allows for extra compression in the areas swimmers need it most. That additional compression creates a tight feeling without detracting from a swimmer’s movements and flow. You might imagine a carbon laced swimsuit to feel heavy, but on the contrary, carbon fibers are thinner than a human hair and intricately woven into the suits. The result is a suit that is remarkably strong and durable and able to compress without constricting. These strong fibers also prevent the immense stress on the muscles that many swimmers experience while competing.

Arena carbon suits are made to benefit swimmers in and out of the water. The carbon suit allows a swimmer to stretch appropriately without leaving a tightening effect on muscles. In the water, a swimmer can give a peak performance without the drag of compression that uses yesterday’s technology. The latest carbon technology utilized by Arena in the Powerskin Carbon Pro swimsuits creates support and control. Carbon threads clamp down on the body, giving the swimmer an easy feeling that lets him or her glide through the water. There’s control where needed and even lighter fabric where extra compression isn’t needed. This combination creates a powerful fit for swimmers that can propel them to new heights in their performance.

Speedo Fastskin3 Super Elite Suits are Available

Speedo Fastskin3 Super Elite Suits are Available

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The Speedo Fastskin3 Super Elite racing suits are available now, but they are in very limited supply. D&J Sports swimshop has received a large shipment of technical racing suits including the Speedo LZR Elite Kneeskin, Speedo LZR Elite Jammer, Speedo Fastskin3 Super Elite Kneeskin, and the Speedo Fastskin3 Elite Kneeskin suit.

Speedo Fastskin3 Super Elite KneeskinThe Speedo Fastskin3 is the latest and most advanced technical racing suit on the market. Featuring bonded seams and 3D Zoned Compression, IQ Fit, Body Stability Web and Fit Point Markers to deliver a new level of hydrodynamic performance – reinforced by a design that tells other athletes they-re racing for second place.

The new Speedo Fastskin 3 suits are fitting small and super tight so you might need to size up a little. Also be sure to checkout the great racing suits from Arena, like the Arena Powerskin R-EVO+ kneesuit and the Arena Powerskin R-EVO+ Jammer racing swimsuit. These have been getting great reviews and we belive these are as fast or faster than anything else that is currently available.

Choosing High School Swim Team Suits

Choosing High School Swim Team Suits

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Choosing high school swim team suits revolve around what the coach and

Choosing High School Swim Team Suits

school district or region require. Just as there are requirements for professional swimmers, many school districts and regions have their own list of requirements for high school swim team suits. These requirements are typically outlined for parents and students at the beginning of the school year and sometimes prior to a student joining the team.

1. Choose quality swim suits. Quality swim suits will stand the test of numerous swim practices. Many high school swim team students spend hours a day in the pool. Chlorine eats through cheap fabrics, which will wear down and thin out over the course of a few months. You don’t want to have to go back and buy more practice suits, so choose high quality swim suits for both practice and competitive suits.

2. Buy the best you can afford. Most high schools do not require any particular suit for practice. Shop smart and compare prices when buying practice suits for a student. Buy the best quality you can afford so the suit lasts through many practices. The average high school swim team student will wear out 1-2 swim suits a year, so be prepared to invest in 3-4 suits (at least) for the school year.

3. Experiment with prints and colors. Some swimmers start out thinking solids or school colors are best. You will be wearing these suits numerous times per week. A solid navy blue suit can get boring fast. Instead opt for some of the interesting prints and patterns done by major brands like Speedo and Dolfin.

4. Know that you double up. Most swimmers wear at leasttwo suits layered during practice. This is to create a drag for the swimmer, allowing him or her to feel lighter when they eventually wear one suit during competition. Because of this you will need at least four suits to practice in, but you may need more if you are swimming both morning and night every day of the week.

Taking these things into account when choosing high school swim team suits will help you make the best choice. A few suits is needed and colors and prints can be fun to wear when you’re reaching for suits so often. Remember to abide by any high school or regional regulations for competitive swim suits. These regulations usually do not effect your practice gear, but you may want to abide by them so a swimmer has the same feel during practice as when competing.

How to Buy Speedo Practice Swimsuit

How to Buy Speedo Practice Swimsuit

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Buying a Speedo practice swimsuit means you have high quality practice swimwear that differs from your performance gear. Swimmers know that the suit matters, but the suit

How to Buy Speedo Practice Swimsuit
How to Buy Speedo Practice Swimsuit

should be different for practice than it is for competing in a meet. Swimsuits for practice differ from competitive swimsuits in minor areas, but are still designed for performance.

1. Multiple practice swimsuits are the norm. Because you or your child regularly swim during the week, multiple practice swimsuits are required. Anywhere from 2-4 suits are required, depending on how many practices you or your child have per week. Practice suits are durable enough to be worn many times and rinsed thoroughly between each wear.

2. Know the differences in fabric. Typically practice swimwear is comprised of polyester and Lycra, just like competitive swimsuits. Sometimes practice suits are made of nylon for increased durability. Most Speedo practice swimsuits are made of polyester and Lycra to mimic the same feel and fit that swimmers are used to competing in. The fit of a practice Speedo swimsuit may be slightly looser or relaxed than a competitive swimsuit. This creates less constriction when practicing.

3. Care for your Speedo practice swimsuit properly. Suits should have about 24 hours to rest between wears. Chlorine water puts a lot of wear and tear on a practice swimsuit. Polyester, Lycra and Spandex blends are essentially memory yarns that need time to “snap back” into place after a swim. Let practice swimsuits air dry, but never in the sun light. Rinse the practice swimsuit and place it in the bathroom to drip dry. Sun light can damage a suit’s colors with fading and heat can break down the fibers and elasticity in your swimsuit. Because of this, you also want to avoid drying the swimsuit in the dryer.

4. Reach for quality name brands like Speedo. There’s a reason brands like Speedo have become synonymous with competitive swimming. Speedo deliver the quality you need from swimsuits that are worn repeatedly for practice or competition meets. Speedo swimwear is treated with chlorine resistance for durability and minimal fading even with consistent use.

Wearing a Speedo practice swimsuit means wearing quality swimwear that will stand up to the most intense practices. Speedo swimsuits are well-known for a reason in both the practice and competitive realms. For both men and women, boys and girls, Speedo swimsuits offers high quality swimwear meant for swimmers who take the sport seriously.

Speedo Racing Swimsuit Trends

Speedo Racing Swimsuit Trends

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Speedo racing swimsuit trends dictate what other brands will turn out each season. The 2012 Olympics means plenty of new trends for competitive racing

Speedo Fastskin3 Kneeskin
Speedo Racing Swimsuit

swimsuits. Olympic swimmers know that fit matters most when it comes to finding the right swimsuit for a major competition. Finding the right fit means designating certain suits for different purposes.

1. Find the right fit for practice means looser fits. Relaxed and slightly loose swimwear is comfortable for practice. Speedo has special elastic in their swimsuits to prevent constriction, even with a more fitted swimsuit. The leg openings on a practice swimsuit should be slightly roomy, but still sit flush to the skin. Not every swimmer wants them as tight as the leg openings on competitive swimwear. For the 2012 Olympics and any major competitive swim meet, you’ll notice tight leg openings and nylon fabrics for swimwear.

2. Olympic swimmers are picky about their fabrics for swimsuits. You’ll notice many aerodynamic suits at the 2012 Olympics and for good reason. These thin, fitted suits sit like a second skin on a swimmer’s body, making it easy to swim fast and move freely under water. Olympic swimmers know that a suit’s fit and fabric can help or hinder their performance. One popular trend is for Olympic swimmers to wear full body suits. These are often more expensive than other swimsuits, but are well worth the money since they are ideal for competitive swimming. Innovative fabrics and techniques are implemented for these full body suits. Full body suits should be very snug, but never too tight or cut off circulation. These full body suits may not affect your performance while practicing, but the aerodynamic fabric will potentially help shave seconds off competitive meets.

3. Be careful with swimsuit straps. The vast majority of swimsuits do not have straps. Swimsuit straps slow down competitive swimmers, so straps are usually an extension of the torso portion of the suit. Competitive swimmers don’t need tie-style straps holding them down. Make sure armholes are wide enough to be comfortable, but never with excess or puckering fabric in any area.

4. Be sure there’s adequate coverage in the back. Like with armholes, there shouldn’t be any tugging or puckering in the bottom area for women or men. If the style doesn’t seem to work with your shape, try a different style versus changing sizes in the exact same suit. You’ll notice that Olympic swimmers wear different styles of swimsuits and this is because they choose what works for their bodies while staying within the competition’s swimwear guidelines.

Check out a Speedo racing swimsuit the next time you’re looking for a new suit. You’ll notice Speedo is a brand favored by Olympic athletes and competitive swimmers around the globe.

Arena Swimsuits and Swim Gear Now Available

Arena Swimsuits and Swim Gear Now Available

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Arena Swim

You have seen it at the Olympics and recently on NBC’s coverage of the Summer Long Course National’s swim meet, now you can buy your very own Arena swimsuit and all of the rest of the Arena swim gear. D&J Sports Swim Shop is one of the select few Arena USA dealers allowed to sell this exclusive brand of swimwear. Arena offers some of the fastest swimsuits and most advanced swim gear in the industry.

In 1973, just one year after the 1972 Munich Summer Olympic Games, Arena launched its first competition swimwear line with the introduction of Skinfit®. Skinfit was known in the industry as a “technological pearl.” The new ultra-light fabric only weighed 18 grams and was designed to cling to a swimmer’s body like a “second skin.”

Arena Powerskin R-Evo

Arena offers the most complete and advanced line-up of top performance racing suits (approved by FINA), based on the unquestionable know-how which drove to the creation of POWERSKIN X-GLIDE. World class, hi-tech fabrics,
specially developed for Arena by the Kinetech Lab, delivering perfect compression and gliding. Unique, patented patterns helping the swimmer to get improved postureduring the stroke, while also giving superior fit and comfort. The knowledge developed by the Arena scientific network about surface and form drag reduction.