[JamesSwim]

Recently I went to a new pool during lap swimming hours and noticed that several people were wearing unusual blue-gray colored briefs.

Then I realized that they probably swim often and that they are probably faded from their original navy blue. The same thing happened to a nylon suit I used to have. (Speedo-brand striped square leg)

My suits made with lycra usually wear out before they start to fade.

Once in a while, I see people wear several old suits over each other, probably as a drag suit.

Maybe some people like to wear old or worn suits, as sign that they are serious swimmers. (or maybe they don't care to wear the newest)

Aside from being better swimmers, it's interesting to see how you can tell who are the frequent swimmers. Of course, if you keep a regular schedule, you get to know others too.