why do hot guys wear 3-4 inch speedos?

[afewgoodmen]

There ought to be a law against hot guys wearing speedos with sideseams greater than 1.55" :D

It totally distorts there image! Less fabric == better/sexier!

[afewgoodmen]

here it is...you speedo freeks! :p

[Byron]

:) LOL - nice pic - and don't feel I am being robbed in this case by having to view guys with images distorted in their choice of speedos.

Btw, your sideseam specification to two decimal points might be expecting a little too much from the manufacturer's machinists !

[50 Free]

Because it's the uniform of competitive swimmers. They are not in a fashion show nor trying to get a rise out of anyone. They just came there to swim fast, it's what they do.

[afewgoodmen]

I thought for competitive sports, less fabric was better?

[50 Free]

As far as I know, the jammers are thought to be faster. I really don't know how they determine this, it's like the idea that we swim faster after shaving our legs. LOL. Whatever, anything for a faster time...

[Byron]

The bit I never understand when the cod-science of all this is presented is that the way jammers are worn so low a pocket of water resistance is created at the butt crack and so defeats the object of the intended "improvements".

[Swimmboy]

Yes, many jammers are so low you wonder about water going into the suit (tunneling) and slowing a swimmer down. A US college swimmer told me a few yrs. ago the jammers were better than briefs because the tight fabric around their thighs gave added support to thigh muscles that get tired quickly in a race. Also, many fabrics are slicker than human skin, so covering more of the body helps you be slicker (and faster?) in the water.

[50 Free]

I don't think tunnelling is a performance thing... it isn't part of any competitive swimming that I know of. I do know that swimmers who show butt crack at a swim meet will be asked to fix that. We want to keep it PG. The rules call for appropriate swim wear, the meet referee is in charge of defining that. And they do! You know, there is a time and a place for exhibitionism, but teens doing it around little kids is not going to be allowed at a USAS event, trust me..:eek: .

[Byron]

Yes, I can understand that they are appreciated by some athletes as jammers are in effect compression shorts, assisting with physical stamina.
What needs to be pointed out however is that the satisfaction of achieving a new personal-best time does not equate with a win in competition.
The runner has to break the line first and the swimmer still has to touch the wall first.
If the guy in the next lane is also wearing his best jammers in order to beat you (100% visible in most championship meets now) why don't we even it all up and just go back to speedos?

[Byron]

Whilst protecting the innocence of kids is an important issue I would point out that the word speedo was only used in this thread until jammers were introduced in post#6 - and then tunneling
(for which there is a separate thread on this forum)

[50 Free]

Well I guess when we see a championship performance happen by the wearer of a brief suit, your question might be asked of someone who can give a credible answer. Meanwhile the answer to the question whether less is better must be NO, obviously. For competitive swimming, that is. Ogling and drooling is another matter but for all you know some swimmers (or their parents) might not want to have their photos end up in such a discussion as these tend to... LOL ... do we really wonder why speedos aren't as popular as some wish they were? It's hilarious how an athlete's performance is rated by bulge and clarity through lining... In today's tech the most innocent little photo on facebook gets blown up and printed and viewed one handed all over the world.
Thanks for helping me figure this out. :)

[skinnykid]

It depends on the suit. Tech suits (they're really expensive) are faster than skin, so more fabric = faster. If not, skin is faster so more skin = faster. It just depends on the suit.

[Byron]

The strict specification led to limited results:

Red: http://www.aussiespeedoguy.net/speedos/tinyredspeedo.jpg

Blue: http://25.media.tumblr.com/7ab536401419f786c9d92a9daabcce7d/tumblr_mqlzei2LZP1r1u6buo1_500.jpg

Oh yes, this guy should also explain himself (all at sea I think)
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/184/392234336_8cef7935d2.jpg

[NJHunkguy]

I always like 1/2" less than 1" bikinis. Blue and red pictures clearly explained the reason. They are just looking fine, how they framed the male bodies.

Since I was a kid, recreational swimming, lessons, high school gym classes, I always wore 2", 2-1/2" Speedo type briefs. During the 90's 1/2" bikinis were widely available for purchasing usually by mail. I started collecting them even after 2000's.

My cruise photo above, those type of swimsuits were resembling Japanese fundoshi or styles of the exotic islands in the Pacific where men wore to fishing or dancing. The front coverage cloth slide along, you can control the amount of exposure. I have some interest on them. These type of special swimsuits were easily available from International Male/Undergear catalogs, where they stock specialty swimsuits wore and photographed by handsome male models.

But I don't really look good wearing 1/2" styles. Then came the Sunga/Aussiebum style square cut swimsuits. My point of view, about whether 3" to 4" or boxers or briefs, it got to do with "FASHION". Sunga cuttings are "IN" right now. They are looking great on a men, they are the trend.

[Byron]

Your latest ABs look better at the springs.
LOL - realise , now that I look more carefully , that you had on the old sliding front suit. That brings back memories - never seen in years now.
Will be interesting to see what 2016 does for sunga sales - I think I should buy some company shares in readiness.

[NJHunkguy]

https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/1391823_673466969338926_1927404043_n.jpg


https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/p480x480/1384226_673895645962725_673180156_n.jpg


https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/s720x720/1378147_673467989338824_769193800_n.jpg


https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/p480x480/1378843_673896169296006_92696981_n.jpg

[NJHunkguy]

Leaving Lussier Hot Springs walking up the sloped path !

https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/p480x480/1234880_674045202614436_1459789891_n.jpg


https://scontent-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/1383866_674842309201392_1444018502_n.jpg

[Byron]

Walking up the path no.1 gives you definition

Also found a guy in nice speedos (brand I cannot determine) running, not walking - and from New Zealand which we don't often hear about:
http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqz9blM2w91r2ckrgo1_1280.jpg

[NJHunkguy]

Walking up the path no.1 gives you definition

NO, body definition in the world of bodybuilding does not quite count looking further away or closer. I was high in fat content. A lot more work needed to catch up. Also need diets and aerobics.

Before this trip, I had to rush to finish my jobs before leaving.
For this self-guided tour, I knew nothing about the place. I spent most of the time learning the geographic of the areas, planning the routes, made bookings. I missed most of my weight training. So, the time I took the photos were not in my good shape.

[NJHunkguy]

Also found a guy in nice speedos (brand I cannot determine) running, not walking - and from New Zealand which we don't often hear about:
http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqz9blM2w91r2ckrgo1_1280.jpg
This suit looked very nice wet !

[Byron]

Empire Games 1935: http://mp.natlib.govt.nz/image/?imageId=images-16677&profile=access

[Byron]

This speedo would appear to comply on side seam requirement and showing glutes and tunnel as well - and so relates also to posts in other threads (and looks like we also have a double presentation of the guy):
http://25.media.tumblr.com/5c6e4f607da178973d074a206a1590c3/tumblr_mo10r4B4AG1rvxyfmo1_1280.jpg

And the fuller picture: http://31.media.tumblr.com/7ae11468b0e930f2e2bff99b8289ce9d/tumblr_mot5kxuzBV1svmwvno1_500.jpg

[Byron]

I like this one - side seams comply - and some Apollo too: http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m6qpr0Cp9D1rvbi9io1_500.jpg

[Byron]

PS: any observant readers want to say something about bracelet?

[NJHunkguy]

#23 is a very good model, the whole presentation of body and swimsuit was very perfect.

#24 I love this black suit or same type very much !

[afewgoodmen]

Definetely have to agree with NJHunk about the model is post 23 pics. He's got the perfect bod for the suit.

Any ideas who manufactures the suit?

I like the way the threading is quite prominent on the fabric itself. It seems to give it more definition

[Torchwatch]

I suspect that it is home made, the suit should have been finished with a straight stitch or even 2 parallel straight stitches, but they used a zigzag instead. It has been specially made for him to look as if it is falling off his body using fairly tight fabric and slack elastic.

This suit was made to be photographed, nothing in the 2 pictures is accidental, in the poolside shot the model has been oiled, his bikini wetted in the pool and carefully pulled on to order, then he was sprayed with water from a gun for the exact desired result.

Any offers to rub in the oil or hold the spray gun for the next photo shoot?

[Byron]

Zigzag stitching caught my eye as something out of the ordinary ( I would even go so far as to be suspicious of a bit of photoshop on this model's second image).
LOL, whatever - it seems to serve for pulling several recent posts together.

[NJHunkguy]

Both Prevail sport & Skin zwear use "ZIGZAG" stitching. But true the zigzag stitching on the suit in #23 photo was looking really bad. Fabric wise, it may be a bodybuilding posing suit. You can search some bodybuilders wore these type of fabric on stage competitions.

[Byron]

This good looking guy a 1.55 I estimate: http://24.media.tumblr.com/b332927c9be7985587b403d4ffd7bd6f/tumblr_mw2505zgNg1s7dlxbo1_500.jpg

[NJHunkguy]

My favorite swimsuit style.
Prevailsport String Bikini, in Egyptian Block pattern.
Taken a few years back.
What do you think of this swimsuit?

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5488/10912306326_ff9856ff47_z.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7329/10912306366_a3e4b1bd7f_z.jpg

[Torchwatch]

Nice suit, nice pics.
The hydrant places you in America, but where exactly are you, looks like a runway.

[NJHunkguy]

Nice suit, nice pics.
The hydrant places you in America, but where exactly are you, looks like a runway.
Hello Touchwatch,

It was Keansburg, NJ.

A few years ago, when my body was down to my leanest, I set up this self photo shoot. Brought together 6-7 newly purchased swimsuits along, each took 4+ numbers of photos, both front and back. Purpose was to view my body (building) progress, and how the suits fit my body shape.

The place was a community beach/recreation area at Keansburg. A bit run down, quiet place which specially chosen so I can concentrate on my photography. A beach that has no lifeguard, dirty, but only good for sunning , picnic and feet touching water on a hot day. Complete with children playground and ball courts.

Had to admit, there were guys cruising alone with their cars, looking for "FUN". A few were hiding in the bushes watching me change suits. Although I did wrapping myself with a towel doing a "towel dance".

Last year, Hurricane Sandy flooded the whole vicinity area, probably destroyed a lot the houses.

[Byron]

More than a 1.55 but this guy has a perfect non-oriental body for wearing this suit I would say: http://24.media.tumblr.com/c93f146aaf7482b715a1de41b237a7ed/tumblr_mlyuvlHICG1r20xcxo1_500.jpg

[afewgoodmen]

That's a great suit from prevail sport. I just don't like the fact that they do not include a drawstring to tie it. In case I want to go into the water, I prefer it not slipping off. I guess if you are going to wear it at home, strings are not a necessity.

The last pic is quite amazing as well!

[Byron]

great pic in post#31 as well I thought - but poor resolution in the lines of the suit make me suspicious of a photo-shop job. Any opinions?

[NJHunkguy]

great pic in post#31 as well I thought - but poor resolution in the lines of the suit make me suspicious of a photo-shop job. Any opinions?
Post#31, I saw it before hand, the design looks good. But the yellow seems to be magically placed there. That's why I did not say anything.

[skinnykid]

#32: The back seems a little bit baggy? Weird

[NJHunkguy]

That's a great suit from prevail sport. I just don't like the fact that they do not include a drawstring to tie it. In case I want to go into the water, I prefer it not slipping off. I guess if you are going to wear it at home, strings are not a necessity.

The last pic is quite amazing as well!
Some of the suits' design I like to have drawstrings too. In Prevailsport, their suits are tiny. They are light weight and the fabric kind of cling to the body when wet, not quite easy slipping off. Unless, you are high diving. The"Zig-zak" stitching help to increase elasticity.

From experience, they never slipping off swimming, but I was a little concern in big waves of the ocean :D

[NJHunkguy]

#32: The back seems a little bit baggy? Weird
:o I know, I was bothered by that part too, their suits usually designed with "EXTRA" room for people with bigger butts. My butts are too small. I usually have to finger the fabric to stretch its surface flat, even in public. Like I mentioned in the other post, I am working on squats to make my butts bigger.

I have the BAGGY problem for suits from Prevailsport, Skinzwear or Aussiebum, etc.

And 2+ years of weight training, I believe my butts have already get bigger. Will confirm, next time I wear those suits !!

[skinnykid]

:o I know, I was bothered by that part too, their suits usually designed with "EXTRA" room for people with bigger butts. My butts are too small. I usually have to finger the fabric to stretch its surface flat, even in public. Like I mentioned in the other post, I am working on squats to make my butts bigger.

I have the BAGGY problem for suits from Prevailsport, Skinzwear or Aussiebum, etc.

And 2+ years of weight training, I believe my butts have already get bigger. Will confirm, next time I wear those suits !!
You still have a great body! There is some genetic component to butt size. Some people just naturally have a small bum and there's little that you can do about it. Just embrace it!

[NJHunkguy]

You still have a great body! There is some genetic component to butt size. Some people just naturally have a small bum and there's little that you can do about it. Just embrace it!
I know what you a saying. I spent at least 4 -5 days a week weight training in an attempt to improve every bit of muscles on my body. Still hoping for the best. If at the end I did it, good. If the butts are still small, I will just say " I already gave my best, and I have no regrets at all" , by William Hung ! :D just kidding

[Byron]

For the uninitiated he was an aspiring popstar who gave that response to one of Simon Cowell's rude remarks when auditioning on the tv show Talent America (or something like that). He proceeded to some notoriety and song recordings despite his lack of singing ability - but has now settled for employment in criminology instead of showbiz it seems.

LOL - I was amused to think of skinnykid being a contortionist and embracing his bum!

Seriously though, even when genetics will inevitably not always meet aesthetics to our satisfaction, don't get like this: http://articles.muscletalk.co.uk/articles/glute-abscess6.jpg
(it is a drain placed after surgery for a seriously infected abcess which was close to life-threatening and which was endured by a bodybuilder after injecting himself with steroids to improve his glutes)

[NJHunkguy]

Thanks for the advice! I won't think of using steroids or injections to achieve the aesthetic goals. I would only use trainings to improve my body.

[50 Free]

Truly the only way I know to get the physical tone of a swimmer is to start team swimming at the age of about eight. Be doing about five thousand yards twice a day by seventeen. Have good eating habits, know your nutrition needs and stay away from drugs and alcohol. Hope this helps.

[NJHunkguy]

Agree! Diet and habit of swimming/aerobics keep the body in physical tone!

[Byron]

Suspicions confirmed I think NJH:
http://25.media.tumblr.com/810188a7a04030047a72cee4b357ad85/tumblr_mvhnh70ktx1rjs9gpo1_500.jpg

[NJHunkguy]

Oh! Sh*t !
Look at those biceps ! :D Those eyes LOL !
Although the suit looking better with the front curved, the original suit not bad in style either!

[Byron]

Know what you mean - I can't make up my mind between true and false either !

[knikon]

I still Love the original suit. What a good looking chap btw. Im too lazy to have that physique.

[dorcas3]

I am an avid lap swimmer at the Y and swim in speedos most of the time. This morning I wore a red Caussie which is Nylon. I walk through 2 locker rooms, showers and two pool areas before I get in the water. The suit has 2" sides but I will get a 3 next time. As the red is semi transparent-mostly where it hugs the butt cheeks I won't get another red. I wear speedos but I'm not hung up with all these concerns that appear on the site time after time. In the first place you have to be comfortable yourself in your suit let alone what others might feel. I also make it a point to talk with people while wearing speedos out of the pool. It just seems to be a place where you can appropriatly wear them without threatening them or making them uncomfortable-you are there to swim and so is every body else. I really feel that my example has caused many to also try them out!

[Byron]

(I must just say cossie on behalf of all Aussies)
(or swimmers or bathers of course)

[dorcas3]

Byron: Did I spell it wrong-it is written in script on the front of the suit. The tab says made in Australia and also mentions the possibility of being transparent. I do have a HOM which is white but not so revealing as one would think!

[Byron]

LOL - that got me going and I first of all have to correct myself with coZZie for swimsuits in Oz . Caussie is nowhere defined but I suspect a little wordplay is being tried by AB's Marketing Dept. so that the new word might become iconic for the brand, as with speedo over the years . Also an emphasis on "Made in Australia" is important - Speedos are not any more and we know only too well how competitive Chinese brands are also entering the market in abundance.

[Byron]

Forget all I said Dorcas. I have never heard of them but Louis reminds me that Caussie exists as a separate Australian brand in nylon suits ,with a different logo - and are based in Brookvale (northern suburb of Sydney).
As penance I must at least give the link for anyone interested: http://www.caussie.com.au

[singletlover]

The linked swimsuit reminds me of the nylon suits from high school but less on the sides. Also reminds me of the 100% Morona(sp) bikini underwear Target used to sell.

[dorcas3]

Byron: The nylon suits are great =light weight and very fast drying as opposed to some. This is also true of short short boxer trunks. When I wear the trunks I use a jock or thong. I do not wear briefs for work or hanging out especially if I'm in rough sailing weather on a hot day. I have to have pockets for tools and on the docks too. I find that briefs chafe the groin area in hot weather so I wear loose fitting boxers to keep my junk cool. I will at times for a motorcycle run wear briefs under shorts so I can take a swim in a pond etc. while en route on a hot day. I just remount and run with the suit until it dries which doesnt take long- pull off and continue on commando. Just spread your legs and let in the breeze

[Byron]

Wow - the swimming/biking/drying/commando sequence brings back youthful memories - though in my case I had the pedalling kind of bike , so not quite the same exhiliration I guess (not to mention so few suitable (pun intended) days available in the summer in our climate).
Speaking of which I am curious about bikers and their gear when riding in a hot-weather state like CA. From what little I have seen from movies they would likely get very warm and uncomfortable if fully leathered-up - or does speed alone provide the required ventilation?

[dorcas3]

Byron: California is a big long state-a big range of temps. Leathers protect the body-even from the heat of the bike engine-great to put on chaps bareass and ride the seat over a towel, For leather guys just put the gear over your upper body with no other clothes. The most comfortable suit all round for me is a Gazell-100% cotton-not made any more damit. I also had some onion skins from IM but were stolen out of my locker and I later saw a guy working out wearing them! Did'nt quite dare to say anything in the busy gym besides he looked great in them. John from VT

[brooklyngearNY]

Byron, wow, just new to this thread and I'm way impressed with the pictures you posted throughout, as well as turning me on to yet another Australian manufacture of hot swimwear! You're a wellspring of knowledge (and hot tumbler pictures!)

As far as the original post, I think the two gents in their wider side seamed suits look perfectly hot. Sometimes it's nice to show a little less skin! Depending on the guy's definition, his butt or abs, it could even be a more flattering cut. My boyfriend doesn't really think he looks good in anything with less than a 2" side seam. He finds it cuts him weird across the back. The larger side seam hits him at his narrowest spot and makes him look leaner. So there is that!

[Byron]

Yes, the little differences can make a big difference and although it is worth the occasional experimentation I am sure many members will know what suits them best and decide they are happier with their favorite xxxxx.
I would think for example that there are not many fans of sungas on the forum but a Brazilian guy on the beach with the right body and just the right cut of his suit can look stunning.
As for pics., often difficult to find something a little out of the ordinary. There are millions out there for all to see but I would like all those contributors not to do so much reblogging (I end up saying "seen that" so often I sound like a parrot*).

*(off topic): I was always surprised that the Monty Python series went down quite well in the US so does anyone remember the parrot sketch? (the deceased Norwegian Blue with beautiful plumage)

[brooklyngearNY]

Yeah, you do sort of find your favorites, eh? Although I like just about anything. Still, I definitely prefer a full cut back or a thong. Just not sure my bum is muscled enough to pull off those odd angles that cut directly across the cheeks or slightly above or blah, blah, blah. So many options!

Right now it seems Andrew Christian is a huge rage in gay America. It seems most of the 20somethings own at least one pair!
Personally, I don't like how it toucans one's anatomy in the front. Maybe I'm more a purist and like a classic, streamlined, athletic bulge. (For myself, of course. If a gent is sporting a toucan in the front, I'll still look!)

Unfortunately I don't remember the parrot sketch. Although I can't hear the word "shrubbery" without thinking of MP.

[Byron]

LOL - even score there - I have just had to acquaint myself with the knights and shrubbery sketch.
Btw, AC has plenty of promo. vids. on YouTube (the production costs of which some say are reflected in the prices of their speedos)

[brooklyngearNY]

Yes, the AC vids... Oh, those are fun. Silly. Sexy. And yeah, probably because of the high production value the cost of the underwear and swimwear goes up, up, up, much like the bulge boosters in the front of the products. Up, up and up!

I do have one AC swimsuit and I do actually like it a lot. I don't believe the side seam to exceed 2". I had purchased 2 others from Amazon. They were both under $20, which seemed pretty reasonable. But alas, they looked silly on me. Very silly.

Here's the one I kept:

[PSDave]

There ought to be a law against hot guys wearing speedos with sideseams greater than 1.55" :D

It totally distorts there image! Less fabric == better/sexier!


Its not the suit that makes the suit sexy -- its the man wearing it. Don't tell me you've never seen a guy in board shorts that were riding so low pubes were showing you thought how sexy he was. May a little imagination creates sexy.

I like 2-3" because they have need to be pulled out of my but crack all the time. Those 1" suits too often turn into uncomfortable thongs

[mrb1]

It's 1/2 inch maximum for me. A string suits me best of all.