Fabric Playbook: Gear Up for Training Mileage

🥇 100 % Polyester (a.k.a. “Endurance” cloth)

• Brands: Speedo Endurance +, TYR Durafast, Arena MaxLife, Funkita, Amanzi

• Chlorine‑tank: built like a distance swimmer—easily a year of 3‑5 sessions/week, sometimes longer

• Break‑in, don’t blow‑out: stretches just enough, then holds form

• Colourfast and fade‑proof
  SwimExpert call: Need a workhorse? Go full poly.

⚖️ Poly Blend (Poly + Spandex/Lycra/Nylon)

• Brands: Speedo Flipturns, Dolfin Uglies, assorted Nike & TYR lines

• Typical tag: 82 % poly / 18 % Spandex

• Adds flex and comfort versus 100 % poly

• Will relax over time—fit it race‑tight on day one
  SwimExpert call: Want durability and a bit more give? Blend it.

🚀 Lycra / Spandex / Nylon

• Brands: Speedo Pro LT, Speedo PowerFlex Eco, Arena MaxFit

• Silky stretch, hydrodynamic feel—great for beach laps or entry‑level racing

• Least chlorine‑resistant; hot tubs = kryptonite

• Cheap knock‑offs shred fast, so stick with trusted swim names
  SwimExpert call: Prioritize comfort and speed over longevity.

🎨 Sublimated Polyester

• Tag reads 100 % poly but print is custom‑dyed, perfect for team kits

• Downsides: surface pills if rubbed on decks or blocks—use a towel buffer
  SwimExpert call: Need full‑custom graphics? Go sublimated and treat it gently.

Care Commandment

Rinse post‑set and wash with a swim‑safe cleanser like Aquamate Swimsuit Cleaner every wear. Treat the fabric right; it’ll keep slicing water—not your budget.

Still unsure? Ping your SwimExpert crew and we’ll match you to the fabric that’ll survive your training calendar.