USA Swimming Bans Using Multiple Swimsuits

USA Swimming Bans Using Multiple Swimsuits

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There have recently been a number of questions regarding the use of two swimsuits during
competition. Although the USA Swimming Rules & Regulations do not specifically address
this, FINA has interpreted its General Rule GR 5.3 to allow the use of only one swimsuit during
competition.
Our Rules & Regulations require that USA Swimming’s technical swimming rules conform to
those of FINA. In order for our interpretation to conform to that used by FINA, the following
interpretation is being made, effective immediately.
For purposes of Article 102.9 of the USA Swimming Rules & Regulations, Swimwear, the use of
more than one swimsuit at a time during any USA Swimming sanctioned or approved
competition is prohibited.

On March 18th, USA Swimming released the following statement regarding the use of multiple swimsuits in competition.

There have recently been a number of questions regarding the use of two swimsuits during competition. Although the USA Swimming Rules & Regulations do not specifically address this, FINA has interpreted its General Rule GR 5.3 to allow the use of only one swimsuit during competition. Our Rules & Regulations require that USA Swimming’s technical swimming rules conform to those of FINA. In order for our interpretation to conform to that used by FINA, the following interpretation is being made, effective immediately.

For purposes of Article 102.9 of the USA Swimming Rules & Regulations, Swimwear, the use of more than one swimsuit at a time during any USA Swimming sanctioned or approved competition is prohibited.

Speedo Goggles for Kids

Speedo Goggles for Kids

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Speedo Jr Vanquisher Swim Goggles
Speedo Jr Vanquisher Swim Goggles

Speedo has a swim goggle that is a perfect fit for kids, the Speedo Jr Vanquisher goggle. It offers the same great fit and performance of our regular Vanquisher goggle in a slightly smaller size. The Speedo Junior Vanquisher swim goggle is the ideal choice for both the recreational and competitive swimmer with a smaller or narrower face. This low profile swim goggle is extremely comfortable and well fitting. The adjustable nose piece is great for getting that snug fit. Kids Speedo swim goggles are the among the best is design, fit, comfort and they are also priced to fit your budget. The Jr. Vanquisher swim goggles are also available with mirrored lenses, they are called the Speedo Jr. Vanquisher Plus swim goggles.

TYR FINA Approved Swimsuits

TYR FINA Approved Swimsuits

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Here is the statement from TYR, regarding their FINA Approved Swimsuits:

On Tuesday, the international governing body of our sport, FINA, released their “FINA 2009 List of Approved Swimsuits.” The suits on this list are approved through December 31, 2009.

TYR has three of our technologies listed as approved:

1. Tracer Rise
2. Tracer Light
3. Untitled technology

These technologies are not listed by name on FINA’s list, but rather as corresponding codes to the samples that were submitted.

The codes correlate as follows:

1. A10 refers to Tracer Rise
2. A12 refers to Tracer Light
3. A7 refers to untitled technology

We are currently working with FINA to have these model names clarified and reflected on their official list.

In the meantime, we are pleased to have Tracer Rise and Tracer Light approved for use during the many events that will comprise the upcoming season. This will include the National Championships (World Championship Trials) in Indianapolis and the World Swimming Championships in Rome.

blueseventy Addresses FINA’s Suit Approvals

blueseventy Addresses FINA’s Suit Approvals

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Here is the statement from blueseventy:

New Zealand — May 19, 2009 — Today FINA released its list of approved suits for the World Championships in July. FINA rejected 10 high-tech racing suits and approved 199 others with 136 swimsuits to be modified in accordance with the “Dubai Charter”.

blueseventy submitted 11 models of suits for FINA approval, including tights and jammers.  At this time, blueseventy suits are not listed on FINA’s site as approved models, but one of the 136 that need to be modified, and this includes the models that had previously been submitted (in late 2007) and had received approval.

blueseventy is stunned by this omission.  “As a company, and personally, we were very comfortable with the criteria for testing that FINA had outlined, our suits passed well under the threshold for buoyancy and thickness proposed by them,” stated blueseventy’s Global Marketing Manager, Dean Jackson.  “We have had confirmation that our suits passed the independent laboratory testing for both of these tests.”

Officially blueseventy is classified as one of the suits that ”may cause significant air trapping when worn by the swimmers.” However, there are several other similar brands with suits that use exactly the same fabric, with a similar construction, that have passed without a problem.  This confusing situation has led the company to seek clarification directly from FINA and blueseventy is awaiting their response.

blueseventy has 30 days to make modifications to the suit so that it no longer traps air, but the system around this is unclear since trapping air is not a measurable value and the subjective nature of this “testing” is not black or while. Initially the Dubai Charter and resubmission of these suits was in order to gain acceptance for the Rome World championships and it is blueseventy’s understanding that previously approved suits remain legal for all competitions.

“We are dedicated to working on the best solution to the short-term situation and will work closely with FINA on this process,” said Roque Santos, blueseventy Vice President of Swimming. “Most importantly, we care about swimmers, we care about our company and we care about fair play for all brands in this process.”

Michael Phelps Swim Goggles

Michael Phelps Swim Goggles

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Speedo Speed Socket Goggle
Speedo Speed Socket Goggle

You too can be a champion swimmer, ok well at least you will look like one with these Speedo swim goggles. Worn by Michael Phelps while winning seven medals at the 2004 Olympic Games and another 8 gold medals in the 2008 Games, the Speedo Speed Socket is an excellent swim goggle for competition swimming. The low profile design offers great peripheral vision and the polycarbonate lenses are coated with anti-fog protection and block 95 percent of UV rays. These low profile lens gaskets have a hypoallergenic comfort-fit seal and the silicone head strap is double-length for a more secure fit. It comes with three nose pieces to ensure a comfortable swim and avoid water intake.

The Speedo Speed Socket swimming goggles are available in several different colors plus they are also available in the Speed Socket Mirrored lenses. The metallic goggle lenses are perfect for outdoor swimming, especially for the backstroke. All that is left to do is to swim like Michael Phelps.

Speedo’s line of Competition swim goggles are designed for the serious competitor. Made from the highest-quality materials available, their low-profile design will give any swimmer the competitive advantage.

Fina Ruling on Approved Racing Swimsuits

Fina Ruling on Approved Racing Swimsuits

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Judgement day has come for the swimsuit industry. FINA has made a ruling on legal and illegal swimsuits. See the FINA ruling below:

The FINA Commission in charge of the swimwear approval, formed by representatives of the FINA Executive, FINA Technical Swimming Committee, FINA Coaches Commission, FINA Athletes Commission, and FINA Legal Councillor had a meeting on May 18, 2009 in Lausanne (SUI) and after reviewing 348 swimsuits from 21 manufacturers forwarded its proposal to the FINA Executive, who decided the following:

–    202 swimsuits approved;

–    10 swimsuits rejected for not passing the tests of buoyancy and/or thickness;

–    136 swimsuits to be modified in accordance with “Dubai Charter” rule 3.1 c), as they don’t fulfil the requirement stating that “swimsuit material shall not be constructed to or include elements/systems which create air/water trapping effects during use”. The manufacturers have now a deadline of maximum 30 days (until June 19, 2009) to resubmit the same swimsuit for FINA approval, with the corresponding corrections (“Dubai Charter” rule 4.3 d).

The complete list of approved swimsuits (valid until December 31, 2009) can be found on the FINA official website at http://www.fina.org

Meeting FINA/Swimming Coaches
On May 19, 2009 FINA and a group of swimming coaches coming from 18 countries met at the EPFL (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology) in Lausanne (SUI), where Prof Jan-Anders Manson, Director of the Laboratory of Polymer and Composite Technology, presented the procedures of the testing process defined on the FINA swimwear approval regulations.

The exchange of opinions was very constructive and the direction to be taken on the swimwear approval process is certainly better understood.

Pillow or a Swimming Training Device

Pillow or a Swimming Training Device

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Swimming Pull Buoy
Swimming Pull Buoy

Some people think these strange foam things are pillows used for camping. Little kids often use them as building blocks, but swimmers know exactly what they are for. The pull buoy allows the swimmer to focus on training only their arms. A pull buoy or pull float is a shaped piece of  foam used in swimming. Swimmers place the buoy between the legs in the crotch area to provide support to the body without kicking the legs, basically the opposite of a kickboard. Pull Buoys are an excellent training device for developing endurance and upper body strength. Using them gives the arms an intense workout by providing flotational support for hips and legs. One of the best selling swimming pull buoys is the Speedo One Piece Pull Buoy. It is available in both the Speedo Jr Pull Buoy size and the Speedo Large Pull Buoy size. Good body position and technique can be established and the breathing rhythm can be refined. This piece of equipment is a good aid to help swimmers enjoy their training. The pull buoys also provide swimmers with heavy legs a way to be better positioned in the water. There are many different sizes, shapes and colors to choose from. Be sure to pick one that will just give you enough buoyancy to level out your body position. A pull float that is too small will allow your legs to drag in the water, while a pull buoy that is too big will float your legs and push your head and arms down in the water making it very hard to swim.

Discount Lifeguard Swimsuits

Discount Lifeguard Swimsuits

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Dolfin Guard 2pc
Dolfin Guard 2pc

Discount lifeguard suits are always in high demand in May and the Dolfin Guard swimsuits are the perfect match. Dolfin Swimwear is a low cost alternative brand to some of the higher priced swimwear brands, but don’t worry cheap priced lifeguard swim suits does not mean that you will get lower quality. In fact Dolfin swimsuits are top quality at affordable prices. The Dolfin Guard swimwear collection includes male shorts, board shorts, female one piece swimsuits, and two piece or bikini style swimsuits. The Dolfin lifeguard suits include the Guard logo in white so that you will stand out and be seen on the pool deck or beach. The female Dolfin Guard DBX Back swimsuit is made of Choloroban polyester which is a long lasting durable poly fabric that will perform as well as you preform. If you are looking for fewer tan lines this summer then I would suggest the Dolfin Guard Cholorban 2 piece swimsuit, which is made of the same polyester fabric as the one piece guard suit. Both of these swimsuit styles will have you looking like a professional lifeguard at an inexpensive price.

Number 1 Selling Kids Goggle

Number 1 Selling Kids Goggle

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Speedo Junoir Hydro Spex Goggles

 

 

 

Specially designed frame and lenses to accommodate kids or adults with a narrower face, Speedo blends a high-tech design with outstanding performance in the Jr.Hydrospex Swim Goggle. An affordable, stylish choice for recreational swimmers, the Junior Hydrospex Goggle features a watertight fit, one-piece frame, flared lens gaskets with good coverage around the eyes, and a non-adjustable nose bridge. Speedo’s Hydrospex Goggles are an excellent multi purpose goggle. They feature a virtually unbreakable lens with Anti-Fog Max and UV Protection. Keep the chlorine water out of your eyes at the pool, or look for fish in the ocean. Wherever you swim, these goggles are just right! Fun and flashy for kids but also a sleek design for adults with a smaller face! The Speedo Hydrospex Jr. has a unique bulleted design around the eye sockets which give it a futuristic, high-tech look. It is hypo-allergenic and anti-fog as well as UV protected so its ideal for sensitive skin. These swim goggles are available in a wide array of colors for you to choose from.

Women’s Swimming Goggles

Women’s Swimming Goggles

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Speedo Women's Vanquisher Goggles
Speedo Women’s Vanquisher Goggles

Make a fashion statement as you cut through the water with the competition-quality, pastel-colored Women’s Vanquisher swim goggle from Speedo. The anti-fog, polycarbonate lens is shatter-resistant, has a pearlescent mirrored finish, and is UV protected. The soft silicone lens gaskets sit in a low profile on your face and offer cushioned protection. For a more comfortable swim and to avoid water intake, choose the right size of nose piece from the three provided. Speedo’s line of competition swimming goggles are designed for the serious swim competitor.  They are made from the highest-quality materials available, their low-profile design will give any swimmer the competitive advantage. These have been the most popular female swimming goggle for the past 5-6 years and I think they will continue to be one of the top selling goggles for a long time to come. There are lots of new goggles that come out every year but the Speedo Womens Vanquisher goggles remain the number one choice for competitive swimmers. Here is what you get with your Speedo Women’s Vanquisher swim goggle, streamlined profile with hypoallergenic silicone gaskets deliver watertight comfort that”s sure to get some second looks. Shatter resistant, polycarbonate lenses with pearlescent mirror finish adds a touch of style. UV 95+ protection and anti-fog coating will keep you focused on what”s ahead. Double silicone headstrap with back buckle for a custom fit. Includes three interchangeable nose pieces.