Speedo LZR Elite

Speedo LZR Elite - in-stock TODAY!!! Place your orders ASAP or visit our store!!
www.PureBlueSwim.com

Another reason for WRs: new starting blocks?

Could new blocks be another reason for falling records? Check out the article on ReachForTheWall.com

Two-tier World-record Proposal

Two-tier world-record proposal threatens to confuse long-running debate over bodysuits

Coaches Commission of Fina recommends to world governing body’s ruling executive the creation of a "World Textile Mark"
Do you think FINA should adopt this two-tier approach?
Check out the article on the TimesOnline.co.uk

2009 Golden Goggle Awards

Female Athlete of the Year: Rebecca Soni

Male Athlete of the Year: Ryan Lochte
For more results and video and picture links, check out SwimFoundation.org

Swimming World Names 2009 Swimmers Choice Awards

Top Five Female Swimmers Choice of the Year
1. FEDERICA PELLEGRINI, Italy
2. Britta Steffen, Germany
3. Rebecca Soni, USA
4. Ariana Kukors, USA
5. Jessica Hardy, USA

Top Five Male Swimmers Choice of the Year

1. CESAR CIELO, Brazil
2. Michael Phelps, USA

3. Paul Biedermann, Germany
4. Ryan Lochte, USA
5. Aaron Peirsol, USA
For more, check out SwimmingWorld.com

20% OFF EVERYTHING - ends tomorrow!

Pure Blue's Thanksgiving 20% off sale ends tomorrow! Hurry to take advantage of this deal online and in-store!

13810 24th Ave. N
Plymouth, MN 55441
Click HERE for directions.
www.pureblueswim.com

FINA-approved TYR Technical Suits

The following is a list of FINA-approved TYR technical suits.
TYR Tracer Light:
Women's Aeroback
Women's Aeroback Short John
Men's Jammer
Men's Racer
TYR Fusion:
Women's Aeroback Short John
Women's Aeroback
Men's Jammer
Men's Racer

FINA-approved Speedo Technical Suits

So there's no confusion as to which Speedo technical suits are allowed vis a vis new FINA regulations, I've composed a list! Hope it helps!
Speedo Fastskin FS-Pro:
Women's Recordbreaker
Women's Kneeskin
Men's Jammer
Speedo Fastskin FSII:
Women's Recordbreaker
Men's Jammer
Men's Brief
Speedo Aquablade:
Women's Recordbreaker
Men's Jammer
Men's Brief
Also, Speedo's New LZR Elite racing suits (available for pre-order on PureBlueSwim.com - delivery is scheduled for January 2010) that are FINA-approved include the following:
Speedo LZR Elite Women's Recordbreaker
Speedo LZR Elite Women's Recordbreaker Kneeskin
Speedo LZR Elite Men's Jammer

FINA Swim Suit Rules

Here's FINA/USA Swimming's sketch up of the rules for USA and FINA regulated swim meets.
Quickly:
1) Men may only wear jammers or briefs. Women may wear normal competitive suits, or kneeskins.
2) Suit fabric must be of textile quality, i.e. the suit should not be able to float on its own;-)
3) Suits may not sport zippers or other fastening equipment (less the waist tie on a jammer or brief).
New Rules Regarding Swimsuits

If you haven't already, check out Pure Blue Swim's affiliate and team sponsorship program! You cannot lose! For those of you who ogle SwimOutlet's prices, not only do we give a 15% discount to our teams, but we give an additional 5% back to the team for team fundraising! That's a 20% savings! So support your local swim shop and support your own team! Check it out on pureblueswim.com

aquajet and minnesota super star swimmer, rachel bootsma, shines at the FINA World Cup series!
check it out on the american chronicle

Michael Phelps news

"Slow Phelps, injured Biedermann play down their showdown at World Cup swim meet"
while certainly a queen of excuses myself (i'd be a hypocrite if i didn't own at least that much), i would expect more from two such-seasoned and talented athletes. but, c'est la vie.

Speedo LZR Elite

Speedo LZR Elite Recordbreaker, available for pre-order on pureblueswim.com

Speedo LZR Elite

Speedo LZR Elite Recordbreaker Kneeskin, available for pre-order on pureblueswim.com

Speedo LZR Elite

LZR Elite Jammer, available for pre-order on pureblueswim.com

Speedo launches their new technical suit line, the LZR Elite, available for pre-order only!
Speedo's LZR Racer Elite is their most comprehensive and technically advanced range of suits compliant to FINA 2010 regulations!
Power. High power fabrics that help compress the swimmer into a streamlined shape in the water, reducing muscle oscillation and skin vibration.
Form. Improved posture, body alignment and reduce from drag. Ultra low drag materials and construction to further reduce drag.
Accuracy. Flexibility and freedom of movement for unrestricted breathing, reach and correct stroke execution to enable the athlete to swim faster and stronger, for longer.

• LZR Pulse Fabric - lightweight and friction reducing.
• Unique 3D 3-piece Pattern - optimizes shape of the swimmer
• Bonded Seams - Fully bonded suit created smooth, yet flexible streamlined surface.
• Hydro Form Compression

Click Here to view a flyer on the Speedo LZR Elite.

wondering how many blogs are begun, and then forgotten. promise not to be that. we'd love to be a nexus for swimmers, perhaps their coaches or parents, to express their thoughts on swim pop culture, or whatever.

warehouse sale finished up yesterday evening. most of us are exhausted, weary over the influx of customers and orders. i personally LOVE the spring and fall warehouse sales - all the people and extra energy makes me smile.
we still a rather hefty bulk of clearance items we're looking to sell, so watch out for special offers posting and e-mails.

Warehouse Sale!!

Pure Blue's having its Fall Warehouse Sale this next week (Sept. 9-15) - with everything marked down 20-90%!!! Be sure to check it out, either in store, or online!

Retail Location:

Pure Blue Swim Shop

13810 24th Ave. N, Suite 230

Plymouth, MN 55441

Click here to view a map!

Contact Information:

Tel: 952-935-6101

Toll Free: 1-877-877.SWIM (7946)

Fax: 952-979-9080

info@pureblueswim.com

first ramblings

although jeff refuses to have his own facebook page, blog, twitter account, etc., etc., i've taken the initiative of bridging that digital divide for him.

i would love to have swimmers, coaches, parents, fans or whoever fill this blog with musings on swimming - from michael phelps's love life, to the newest training techniques...

have fun! post your pics, your videos, anything (within the realm of swimming).