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TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go?
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 2008-10-23 1:41 PM |
Extreme Veteran  448   Atlanta |  Subject: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go?So I am in the process of making an EPIC lifechanging decision. Should I wear Speedo or TYR suits and goggles? http://www.swimoutlet.com/product_p/11272.htm That is what I currently swim in and I love the style but I hate how it fades and stretching in a month or two of swimming 4x a week. Which makes me think I should go to this... http://www.swimoutlet.com/product_p/2848.htm I had one of these in the past and they last forever!!! But don't look as cool, "Look good play good" is usually my motto. Along those lines if you do a TYR grab bag suit it's only $12 compaired to the Speedo which is $15 (not much differance but it adds up). So Ladies and Gentleman of BT I turn to you for suggestions! Which suits last longer and what do you use/like? Shanks |
| 2008-10-23 1:50 PM in reply to: #1761862 |
Member 297 | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? Which one provides better fit, long wear, and value? I'd go there. Matt Cazalas
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| 2008-10-23 1:54 PM in reply to: #1761862 |
Champion 5117 Brandon, MS | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? The Tyr trainer I bought has lasted much longer than the Speedo trainer I didn't buy. Therefore, I say Tyr, despite the awesomeness of the plaid. |
| 2008-10-23 3:14 PM in reply to: #1761862 |
Veteran 347 | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? Been happy with the tyr suit I have been training in the last 15 weeks. No issues, in good shape. |
| 2008-10-23 3:17 PM in reply to: #1762224 |
Champion 10018 , Minnesota Bronze member | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? TYR all the way, for all swim items. Edited by BikerGrrrl 2008-10-23 3:17 PM |
| 2008-10-23 6:47 PM in reply to: #1761862 |
Expert 750 Harrisburg, PA | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? I like TYR because 's Sporting Goods sells only Speedos, and buying at 's is comparable to purchasing from a dept. store that caters to the popular masses, vs. the specialty store that caters to the serious-minded pro and amateur athletes ie. all of us on BT.com. There I go, sounding elitist again, but I'd go w/TYR over Speedo anytime. My Speedo Jammers wore out much faster than my TYR Jammers also. |
| 2008-10-23 6:49 PM in reply to: #1761862 |
TinkerBeth 23096  Liverpool, New York | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? I was a die hard speedo fan for years and years and years - I'm now sold on TYR Surprisingly, I also found that Nike makes a nice suit |
| 2008-10-23 6:57 PM in reply to: #1762718 |
Sensei Sin City | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? Whichever is on sale.... I have been using the 100% poly suits from Nike, and LOVE them... |
| 2008-10-23 6:59 PM in reply to: #1761862 |
| Extreme Veteran 1030 West Windsor, NJ | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? I really like my TYR trisuit. Fits well, works well. I dont think you can go wrong either way, but my loyalty swings more towards TYR as they seem to be big supporters of tri events. I can think of a number of triathlons with TYR as a sponsor...havent seen one yet with speedo there. That should count for something. |
| 2008-10-23 7:45 PM in reply to: #1762756 |
Extreme Veteran 448 Atlanta | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? JohnAgs3 - 2008-10-23 7:59 PM I really like my TYR trisuit. Fits well, works well. I dont think you can go wrong either way, but my loyalty swings more towards TYR as they seem to be big supporters of tri events. I can think of a number of triathlons with TYR as a sponsor...havent seen one yet with speedo there. That should count for something. This seems to be a clean sweet for TYR. And you're correct JohnAgs3 I have seen them at Tri events and we should support the products that support our sport. Shanks |
| 2008-10-23 8:35 PM in reply to: #1761862 |
Master 1572 PA | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? Black sheep here...i don't dig tyr products. I like speedo & nike suits, and i like speedo goggles. Bottom line, suit & goggles are some of the least expensive tri items you'll buy, so just buy something. If you like it, you've found your match, if not, try the other. |
| 2008-10-23 8:40 PM in reply to: #1762912 |
Sneaky Slow 8694 Herndon, VA, | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? gopennstate - 2008-10-23 9:35 PM Black sheep here...i don't dig tyr products. I like speedo & nike suits, and i like speedo goggles. Bottom line, suit & goggles are some of the least expensive tri items you'll buy, so just buy something. If you like it, you've found your match, if not, try the other. X2 |
| 2008-10-23 9:05 PM in reply to: #1761862 |
| Member 79 chicago | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? so this isnt a joke thread? idk the plaid just had me laughin for a bit |
| 2008-10-23 9:26 PM in reply to: #1761862 |
Member 64 Virginia Beach, VA | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? buy which ever is cuter! |
| 2008-10-23 10:15 PM in reply to: #1762989 |
| Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? KFranke - 2008-10-23 10:26 PM buy which ever is cuter! That's generally my sentiment I have mostly TYR stuff because that's what I just ended up with. I actually don't think I have any Speedo suits right now. I have one Nike suit. I've worn Speedo suits before and like them just fine. I'm not a "swimmer", so if I'm just wearing it in the pool for training, I really don't care. |
| 2008-10-23 10:50 PM in reply to: #1761862 |
| Master 2460 | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? I really tried to like the TYR goggles, but I have to say that I hate the strap system where the loose ends flap around near your eyes. For a similar price, the Speedo Vanquishers are a far superior set of goggles - clearer, straps that run to the back, and cooler looking. I haven't tried the Tyr swimsuits though - I did have a TYR lycra jammer that worked great for 2 months, until I learned that chlorine rapidly degrades lycra the hard way (I was nearly seeing through the back panel!) I've since gone to a 100% poly suit by Reebok and it does seem much more chlorine-resistant. I haven't noticed any difference in the feel of the jammer in the water, although they are a bit harder to get on/off. |
| 2008-10-24 10:17 AM in reply to: #1761862 |
Extreme Veteran 438 Surprise, AZ | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? Have you ever tried the SPLISH suit, pretty popular with the pro's only $25. http://www.splish.com/store/men_briefs_pg1.php |
| 2008-10-24 10:25 AM in reply to: #1761862 |
Master 1726 Sacramento, California | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? When I was strictly a swimmer I wore almost exclusively Speedo wear. All suits wear out quickly when you are swimming 7-8 practices a week and wear two suits at a time. Now however I am a big fan of TYR suits and Nike Goggles...I do think the TYR hold up a little better. |
| 2008-10-24 10:35 AM in reply to: #1763898 |
Champion 9060 Charlottesville, Virginia | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? Bought my speedo suit off the clearance rack, been using it all year, no signs of wear at all, pretty good $20.00 deal, I swim 3-4 times a week in it. Goggles are speedo also but that is purely because they fit well, I tried 3-4 other kinds and they all let water in. |
| 2008-10-24 10:40 AM in reply to: #1763866 |
Extreme Veteran 448 Atlanta | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? Focker - 2008-10-24 11:17 AM Have you ever tried the SPLISH suit, pretty popular with the pro's only $25. http://www.splish.com/store/men_briefs_pg1.php[/QUOTE] I would use Splish for races but just for training I need something that'll hold up well or something mucho cheaper. I found $11 Grab Bag TYR briefs on www.swimoulet.com so I got that with a few types of goggles for racing and/or training. Then a dragsuit from www.swim2000.com that is also a TYR... I've got to match, sorry! haha I've done speedo for a while and have had no complaints but felt like trying out something new. Thanks for all the input guy/gals. |
| 2008-10-25 2:20 PM in reply to: #1761862 |
| New user 153 | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? UUUMMMM which one is your sponsor? barring that i would say buy the one that is most comfortable these are things you have to wear for a while so you may as well be comfortable.... |
| 2008-10-25 10:51 PM in reply to: #1761862 |
Member 69 | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? I've always had good luck with TYR suits. Haven't worn many speedos. Hate NIKEs...they seem to wear through the quickest. |
| 2008-10-26 7:39 AM in reply to: #1761862 |
Expert 784 Computerland | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? I have always worn Speedo goggles. They seem to fit the best, and be the most leak-proof. I have worn both Speedo and TYR suits. I like both, but am currantly wearing Speedos. They seem to fit me the best too. It might be different for you though. I think it just depends on your body type. I am really short, so that might make a difference. |
| 2008-10-27 1:37 AM in reply to: #1761862 |
| Veteran 247 CA | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? I've had bad luck with TYR. I want to like them but...I've had a water polo suit that lost its drawstring and eventually the inner lining, a pair of lifeguarding shorts that had its emblem peel off and get a crotch rip, a newer suit that lost its "TYR" logo in a matter of two/three swims (minor compared to the rest, but ugly looking), and a pair of TYR polarized swedes that fog up like nobody's business. I'm pretty disappointed - my next suit and goggles will probably be from Speedo. I've only had one suit from them, but it held up very nicely. |
| 2008-10-27 8:32 AM in reply to: #1761862 |
Champion 6962 Atlanta, Ga | Subject: RE: TYR vs. Speedo??? where should my loyalty go? Whichever one matches the Endurance Concepts Logo! |
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