Buy Speedo swimwear for training and watersports
A Speedo swimsuit is a pool garment from the British brand Speedo designed specifically for active swimming in chlorinated or salt water pools: chlorine-resistant, close-fitting and made from material that keeps its shape after hundreds of swims. Alongside men's swim shorts, the Speedo range includes women's swimsuits, jammers for competition, swim caps, goggles and flip flops for recreational and competitive use.
Speedo swim short, jammer, swimsuit or trunk: which type suits you?
Speedo offers several types of swimwear for different situations. The table below helps you choose the right type based on use, material and chlorine resistance.
| Type | Use | Chlorine resistance | Material |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swim brief/shorts (men) | Training, competition, daily swimming | High (Endurance+ chlorine-resistant) | Polyester/elastane blend |
| Swimsuit (women) | Training, lap swimming, aqua aerobics | High (Endurance+, Kickback construction) | Polyester/elastane, recycled ECONYL |
| Trunk (loose short-fit) | Recreational, beach, holiday | Medium | Woven polyester or lycra |
| Jammer (long leg) | Competition, club swimming, training | High (Medley, Endurance) | Polyester/elastane, low drag |
Rule of thumb: if you train daily or several times a week, always choose an Endurance+ or Eco Endurance+ model. These are made from 100% polyester and last more than twice as long as a standard lycra swim brief.
More than swimwear: Speedo goggles, caps and flip flops
At watersportsonline.com you'll find not just swimwear but also the matching Speedo accessories: goggles for kids (Biofuse 2.0, Infant Spot) and adults (Futura), swim caps for children and adults, armbands for toddlers and flip flops for men and women. A complete Speedo kit for swim school or the competition team? Also check out swim shorts for other swimwear brands, or bikinis for women who are also active on the water outside the pool.
Frequently asked questions about Speedo swimwear
What makes a Speedo swim brief suitable for training?
Speedo uses Endurance+ fabric for training swim briefs: a blend of polyester and elastane that holds up to daily chlorine contact. Regular lycra or nylon swimwear fades and loses its elasticity after just a few months of intensive use in chlorinated water. Endurance+ keeps its shape and colour for up to 200 hours of swimming. The cut of a training brief is also tighter and more hydrodynamic than a beach trunk: less drag in the water means less energy per length. The Eco versions are made from recycled materials without compromising on performance.
How long does a Speedo swimsuit last with daily swimming?
A Speedo Endurance+ swimsuit lasts an average of six to twelve months of daily use in chlorinated water before elasticity noticeably drops. By comparison, a regular lycra swimsuit loses its shape after just two to three months of intensive swimming. Lifespan depends on how you care for the swimsuit after use: rinsing immediately with cold fresh water, avoiding a wringer or dryer and drying flat in the shade significantly extends it. The Eco Endurance+ girls' swimsuit uses ECONYL yarn from recycled nylon, giving a comparable lifespan with less environmental impact.
How do I wash my Speedo swim brief correctly?
Rinse the swim brief immediately after swimming with cold fresh water to remove chlorine and salt. Hand washing in cold water with a small amount of mild detergent is ideal. Don't use a washing machine on a warm programme: the heat attacks the elastane. Never use a dryer or spin cycle. Let the brief dry flat in the shade. Don't fold along the seam line as that weakens the construction at the crotch. Avoid wringing. With this care, an Endurance+ brief stays performance-ready for a long time.
Which size Speedo swim brief fits me?
Speedo sizing for men is based on waist measurement in centimetres; for women it follows standard clothing sizes. Size 36 in the Speedo swim brief range corresponds to a waist of 76-80 cm; size 38 to 80-84 cm; size 40 to 84-88 cm. A training brief should fit snugly but not pinch: you should be able to pull it up comfortably without the waistband cutting in. If in doubt, check the product page for the specific model, as the jammer fits differently from the brief. Children's sizes follow an age and height chart.
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