How stretchy is it? Can one use this suit for lap swimming?
268839
A dive skin might be better than a wetsuit for lap swimming. However, I did a lot of diving with this and found it to be very comfortable and 'effortless,' so lap swimming might be okay if you are willing to strain your muscles slightly against its natural tendency to spring back to neutral position. The size is perfect for me - it is a size 14 and I am a size 14/16.
268840
You can use it for lap swimming but should note that the ribbing on teh edge of the sleeves and the legs is a bit tight...even with many uses, I found them tight.
268841
The suit is fairly stretchy, and easier to swim in than a full suit. I haven't really tried to swim many laps with it on, although I have worn it in the pool and swum a few laps. It wouldn't be my first choice to swim laps with a wet suit on, but once you're in the water, this suit is comfortable.
149334
Hi, the "fluid-flex" is a round shoulder cut with a glued piece under the armpit. It flexes better than a single piece arm. This jacket is pretty good at the price, and you can swim laps in it. However, Xcel also makes a zippered front jacket (new this year I think). It is a little more money, but Xcel makes the best quality and most comfortable wet suits out there! For swimming in a cool pool, I use the Xcel Infinity "Xcelerator"! It is 1mm front/back/shoulders with a .5mm material under arms and down the sides. I have two of these!!! For me, 2mm is a little heavy for most pools. If you have a hard time finding the Xcel products (they do list on Amazon) you can find the stuff on the on-line store at Xcel.com
870403
No this belt is not stretchy, it is similar to the original belt. Good Luck
416595
It was a true fit for me (normally a XL or 1X in ladies due to chest and got a XL). Of course, you want a wetsuit to be a little snug. I use it for kayaking, and it has good flexibility. I love that I can unzip it if I get too warm. I'm 5'1" and pair it with the crop pant separate, and get a nice fit.
29226
It is sized for adults. However, it is not an approved life saving device. If you can't swim at all I think you'd be better off with a life vest.
58459
Yes its very flexible and a great suit for the money. I would get one size larger than you might normally order.
645522
It is not stretchable. It's comes off by unfastening a zipper on the back. Your cushion would need to be the exact same size and shape or smaller in order to fit.
1060393
It's stretchy! Has an elastic band. I have a rectangular garbage can that I use and it fits great.
993554
I'm 6 and 275 (lineman) and it's fits fine on me. I think that's the size I have. Good quality. I've blasted through several of the cheap ones. But on some long johns or a sweat shirt and this suit and you will soak it in 30min.
1241529
This suit runs tight with no stretch and is very short in the legs. I would get the largest one. A better-fitting suit with lots of stretch is the Dolphin Aquatic. Its legs are longer as well.
193901
I bought the adoretex swimsuit because it promised good coverage and it delivered. It gave good thigh coverage to about mid thigh. It wasnt tight at all. I was pleased and I'm not a small person. Try it. You can always return.
2477
Ok just speaking for myself and my experience. I am NOWHERE near your bra size. I am teeny, always have been since ballet when I was young. I am 5' 4" and around 128-130. Frighteningly for me I had to go with a Large in this suit. It fits comfortably but not very loose so is secure for swimming laps. All I can say is if I had a hard time getting into a large I really can't imagine you fitting into. Large. But you can always order and try and return in case I am wrong. Not sure if this helps but hope so. I think you would have better luck with anXL or more in the Sporti brand unitard. Good luck!
444630
It is neoprene and will wear and stretch but it will only expand slightly. If it is uncomfortable once it is wet you need a larger size.
58457
I feel like it would be flexible enough to surf in...I didn't feel particularly restricted while swimming or snorkeling. I also wore the suit all day on the boat and didn't have any problems. It was a great buy!
531356
No the fabric is not very stretchy. It is very sturdy yet comfortable. I wear them during summer park events as police duty shorts. The waist band is stretchy. They are the best shorts for that type of work.
64106
Well, I'm not an advanced swimmer, so I'm not entirely sure, but the shirt is lightweight and the material is good - like a compression shirt, but not thick. I think you could swim laps in it, as surfers wear these when wading out into the ocean. It makes for a good athletic shirt, as well, as I even wore this in the class before my swim class to run a mile for a test. I didn't overheat, and it felt cool and my arms could move freely as I ran.
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yes it comfortably stretches to 25". I think it"ll get too tight around 28-29.