Rick, posted this comment on Aug 9th, 2007

I like speedos. They are more comfortable in the water. They take less time to dry. They take less space in your bag. I also like how they take a certain amount of daring to wear.

Lucy Lockett, posted this comment on Oct 27th, 2007

In NZ at present, they are not acceptable to wear according to the younger generation. There are still the people who grew up with them in the seventies who know the practicalities of wearing them!

Leafcar, posted this comment on Jan 2nd, 2008

I am from North America and love swim briefs ” speedo”. I am not muscular however I am thin and healthy.

Samara Latent, posted this comment on Jan 27th, 2008

Very thought-provoking article. Good thoughts.

Mike, posted this comment on Jan 28th, 2008

I would like to wear speedos, but women seem to stare obsessively when I use to wear them.

Kent, posted this comment on Jan 29th, 2008

There appears to be a double standard in that women can wear comfortable, non-chaffing swimwear next to their genitial, but men can not.

Mike, posted this comment on Jan 30th, 2008

Yes I agree Kent but the question is, What do you wear and are you female?

Boris, posted this comment on Feb 5th, 2008

I’m from Europe and almost everyone wears a speedo here, i don’t understand why Americans have a problem with it, are they realy that prudish???

Dave, posted this comment on Feb 6th, 2008

What’s interesting on a cultural level in the U.S. is that the men’s swim brief, or speedo, was extremely popular in the 1950s, a decade that was considered to be repressive. (Check out movies from that era.) It was also the swim suit of choice from that time through the 1970s, the Nixon years. It’s only as the culture has become more flamboyant, shameless, and sexually open that the speedo has lost its appeal. I’m sure somone has written about that phenomenon, but I’ve yet to come across it.

JT, posted this comment on Mar 12th, 2008

I’m from North America, and I started fitness swimming when I was about 20 yrs old. After a few years of swimming and reading a good article that pointed out the reasons men should wear speedos, I got up enough nerve to get one. I figured they would be good for swimming, but was shocked at how much better they were. As for the fear of being laughed at (something I was terrified of), if you have a decent body it’s not an issue. In fact, you will experience a lot of positive feedback from ladies. I never realized that self confidence was such an attactive quality. Get a speedo and get a great swim, great tan and great girl … I love my speedo!

Steven, posted this comment on Mar 20th, 2008

When I was a teen, that’s what everybody had. It was never seen as a problem. I don’t know what happened, or when it happened, but I can’t STAND the ridiculous GRANNY BLOOMERS most men in the US wear now. Let’s work to reverse the trend! I see young men are starting to wear jeans that ACTUALLY FIT! OH THE HORROR!!!

Andrew, posted this comment on Mar 26th, 2008

I believe Hip-Hop inspired homophobia has a lot to do with guys’ swimwear becoming overly large and baggy. I wear my speedo with pride and a certain amount of rebelliousness.

R S, posted this comment on Mar 30th, 2008

I think the man should wear what he wants to wear. If a speedo, then go for it. Women wear bikini’s, why not men.

R S, posted this comment on Mar 30th, 2008

It’s just a bathing suit

Rob, posted this comment on May 5th, 2008

All men have genatalia, and women know it. So why are they hiding it in those hideous long shorts? Besides, it’s not like I am trying to flaunt myself. Well, maybe I am. But, women do it, why can’t men? Plus, I just want to be comfortable in the water and when I get out. I don’t like all that fabric clinging to me when I climb out of the pool.

Rask Balavoine, posted this comment on May 8th, 2008

One of the reasons Europeans insist on speedos in public swimming pools is that they keep the master and his boys in place and there’s no chance of them slipping down the loose leg of a short and scaring the fish. Noiw I would have thought a knee-length pair of shorts would have been fairly difficult for anything to pop out of, but maybe the rumour about Italian men is true!

B H, posted this comment on Jun 2nd, 2008

Over the past 30 years the “feminist” agenda has been to beat down men in any capacity possible. If you have a great male body, then you must be gay. If you aren’t in great shape, then you’re a pig. It’s the same with men’s underwear. You have all these men walking around in potato sacks known as “boxers” because “that’s what American women prefer”. The underlying goal is to make men feel like they are inherently disgusting no matter what they wear. So, to hell with it. Wear a Speedo and be proud.

Rich, posted this comment on Jun 10th, 2008

I think Americans have a very distorted view of this issue. People wear things to make them stand out, be different, non-conformist, for comfort, for function et cetera, all the time. I like wearing swim briefs and shorts (not board/baggy shorts), because I do laps in the pool and actually swim in the ocean when I’m there. They are better for this, I really shouldn’t care less what other people thought of it, since I am thin and athletic built. But it’s a shame that I have to ‘hesitate’ going out for a swim on one for concern over what the sexually repressed folks think. Have they nothing better to do but complain about what other people wear?. This is the same mentality that actually casts “Larry The Cable Guy” as the epitome of a real man, yikes! BTW, I’m not gay, I have a wife and 3 kids.

Jesse, posted this comment on Jul 4th, 2008

I’m from North America and here you can get ridiculed by anybody including peers. I don’t care though, i like wearing my speedo wherever, it’s just a bathing suit anyway. It’s the main choice of all the other contries. I say wear them and be proud.

A.J., posted this comment on Jul 5th, 2008

Why is there even debate over this subject? Women can basically wear dental floss at the beach or the local pool , and a guy has to wear what amounts to a pair of pants? I do agree with a previous post that stated this trend towards ridiculous swimwear for men is inspired by the “Rap/”Homo-thug”/Gangsta culture currently popular in the U.S. (and hopefully on the way out) If you are a fit , confident dude , then you can wear a swim brief with great results. Even if you are not in prime condition , wear what you want. I’m not going to base my fashion choices on people who I don’t know (or care to know) and their idiotic opinions.

JSpeedo, posted this comment on Jul 6th, 2008

I’ve been wearing speedo type swimwear for 7 years now and there’s no way I can go back to boardshorts. I first tried a speedo when I went on vacation back in 2001. My girlfriend even bought it for me. At first I was a little hesitant to take my shorts off at a Florida beach, but she asked when I was going to take off my shorts. Once the shorts came off, the warmth of the sun on my usually covered thighs was amazing. Since then, I can’t imaging wearing wet sloppy knee length shorts. Women don’t understand why a man would wear such a piece of clothing. Well maybe the women should try wearing boardshorts all the time and see how they like it. Guys who shun the speedo are either insecure in the heterosexuality or they have never tried them. I can guarantee any guys who tries them at least once will never want to wear boardshorts again. Seriously guys, if you have a fit, toned body, try it! Try wearing them tanning in your backyard or someplace private, you will be amazed at what you’ve been missing!

sara@37.com, posted this comment on Jul 8th, 2008

Yes it is. “Even guys in tip-top shape tend to be made fun of by other men and women. Clearly, North Americans have difficulty accepting things they are not used to.”
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Kyle, posted this comment on Jul 13th, 2008

I don’t think that rap/hip hop has anything to do with all of this. Speedos have been in decline since the 1980s, way before gangsta rap came into existence. Most guys who wear board shorts probably don’t even listen to rap or hip hop. What I think happenned is rather the fear of being labelled as “gay”. Let’s face it, there was no gay movement in the 1970s and early 1980s outside of San Francisco . Then came the mainstream worldwide gay parades with dudes dancing in speedos all over the streets that has left scars forever in the minds of heterosexual Americans (both men and women). Let’s face it. No straight man, no matter how many gays friends he may have or how much he advocates gay civil rights, wants to be mistaken for an homosexual.

Cindi , posted this comment on Aug 28th, 2008

I think that Americans especially need to be a bit more open and accepting of people’s bodies. I always hear people saying things like “oh my eyes” when a person wears little or revealing clothing. My thought is that the real issue is that it reminds people that they are uncomfortable with their own bodies and they are pushing that on others. I TOTALLY agree with the guy who said that secure women are more likely to like a guy in a speedo or at least not to be too uptight about it. Some are hot. Some are not, but all should be able to wear what they want to the beach.

James, posted this comment on Sep 24th, 2008

Speedo type suits are great. I wear them every chance I get. The hell with what everyone else thinks, I like wearing them and they force me to stay in shape for swim season. My wife bought my first pair for me and thought they looked great. Since then, I haven’t looked back. I’m sure there will be a day when I have to give up the speedo so I don’t look like an old pervert, but until then I’m going to live it up.

CD, posted this comment on Oct 5th, 2008

I really enjoy wearing Speedo style suits… even as my underwear… quite comfortable, quick to dry when you swim and you do not have to readjust as you do with trunks…. Just my opinion

Jill, posted this comment on Oct 10th, 2008

Don’t know why I have to be naked at the pool and guys wear those huge pants. I also don’t know how guys swim in anything that is baggy.

Strap em into the speedos fellas. We’ll either look or look away. And if you all do it at once nobody will care soon enough.

krp, posted this comment on Nov 12th, 2008

I like to wear speedos for the following reasons:
1. I have low body fat so I get cold less easily with speedos because they retain so much less water than trunks.
2. My thighs chafe less easily than with trunks.
3. I can move in and out of the water and swim so much more easily because speedos drag so much less water and air than trunks.

What is the aversion to the male form? Women can wear form fitting swimwear which shows their bulges and sometimes outlines their nipples and labia? I would like men and women to compare swimming and getting in and out of the water in form fitting suits to trunks.

Julie, posted this comment on Nov 16th, 2008

I remember when i was younger, guys used to wear speedos in the summer in America. That was in the 1960’s and it was no big deal. It was very common. I never understood why they stopped. Women love to see men in those….yes…still. I think it has been a man’s choice to stop wearing them because it looks gay to them or they know other people will think gay of them (if they are straight). It has ‘nothing’ to do with women or what we think or ever thought. We never said we didn’t like seeing more of the male body. We always WANT to see more of it. As it is, we see virtually ‘nothing’! Men can see females in all types of revealing clothing all the time, but we females have nothing to look at. It’s boring to be perfectly honest. You can never tell anything about a guys body or be turned on by what they wear these days’..it’s pathetic. I hate those long swim wear shorts they wear these days. I hate the baggy pants style too. Women still prefer nice fitting jeans on men. The culture has it all wrong and I hope it changes sometime soon. We need a bunch of gutsy nice looking straight guys to wear the ‘good’ stuff and get the ball rolling again. Pleeeaassee!

Jaime, posted this comment on Nov 23rd, 2008

I like to wear speedos when I go to the pool, it´s better if you want to practice this sport

Diana, posted this comment on Dec 27th, 2008

I love seeing young fit men in speedos. My friends and I agree that more men should wear these types of bathing suits. What could be better than seeing a nice set of abs along with a great butt and bulge in tight spandex? I for one say Guys wear those speedos! We’d love to see it. There are some women that don’t agree with me, but whatever they don’t know what a real man is!

Nick , posted this comment on Dec 28th, 2008

Why the disdain for form-fitting male swimwear? I began wearing Speedos (or similar-type suit) at age 18 , and 10 years later I still do. For a fitness-conscious , well-groomed , and confident male , they are a great choice. I refuse to wear ankle-length “pants” for my twice-weekly 6 A.M. swim workouts. I’ve NEVER experienced any negative feedback – in fact , I’ve received quite a few positive comments and smiles. Now I do agree that it’s a bit odd that some men wear them while gardening , working on the car , or jogging (yes , I’ve heard the tales!). I limit my speedo “exposure” to the pool , and speedo (or skimpier) to the beach.

Srki, posted this comment on Jan 19th, 2009

Hi,
I am Canadian and wear ONLY “Speedo” style swimming briefs on both public beaches in Nort America (From DL to FL and great lakes) and pools. I do not have perfect body, but who does? I never feel uncomfortable and really nobody cares. I have never experienced any problems or comments regarding to my swimming suite or apperance. So it is not true that North Americans are imature, and I am sure they don’t mind “speedos” on public beaches. Naturally for pool swimming “speedo” is a must. I heve never seen anybody seriously swimming in Toronto public pools wearing baggy shorts.

Kraig, posted this comment on Feb 4th, 2009

I am 35 years old and I have always worn a speedo. I have been working out for 20 years and have built a very nice muscular bosy. I am not muscle bound, but well built. I weigh 195 and am 6′1″, with a 48″ chest and a 31″ waist, you get the picture! I am a single dad, with a 15 year old son, who also wears a sppedo, but prefers a thong. Wearing a speedo has its place and there are times not to wear them. One word of advice, if you are a dark skinned man or have an all over tan, do not wear a white speedo. When they get wet, they are completely see through.

ry888, posted this comment on Feb 20th, 2009

Why American guys are comfortable getting naked in the locker room and walking around in it and showering also with other guys but no confidence wearing skimpy swim bikinis, speedos or briefs?

Why American girls act like lesbians or Holy Virgin Mary while they have had so many pardon me, different penises before they got married got offended to see and know that guys have penises and bulges.

BOARD SHORTS are for sissies, who are afraid to get hard on watching other men wearing speedos.

period.

pjl, posted this comment on Feb 21st, 2009

I love my speedo its confortable drys quickly i hate board shorts and i agree that its all about wrappers and what they wear big baggey shorts you know what why bother wearing any beach wear you wear them below your rear at least pull them up …

Will, posted this comment on Mar 8th, 2009

I am 36, 5′8″ weighing 190 lbs with 10 to 12% bodyfat, so I am pretty built, because I love working out and I also run for my cardio.

Anyway, ever since I was a teenager, I have always worn bikini’s or Speedo’s as most people call them to the appropriate places, of course, such as the pool or the beach, in which case I may wear something even smaller than your typical Speedo.

I have for the most part found positive reactions from women, especially from the younger crowd who will actually say hello or even strike up a short conversation, as well as from more mature women, will typically smile. These reactions, are even better overseas, where some will actually ask if they can take a picture, etc.

Men? I don’t care what they think, so I do not even pay attention.

If women flaunt it, why can’t we? I like showing off my body, besides women like and want to see men in something sexy, they want to see more and they like seeing abs, hard sculpted glutes and the much talked about bulge that is created by this type of very swimwear.

In fact, I firmly believe that women get turned on by us wearing this type of swimsuits, not just, because they are visually satisfied, but it also sends them a strong message of self confidence, of being fit, secure and yes, sexy.

I apply this same principle when I workout too. For example, if I am running, I run in running shorts, which are short and are split on the sides or I will wear compression shorts, which are very form fitting and I will wear either one of these to the gym for my workouts.

It is surprising and sad to see, that about 9 out 10 fit guys wear shorts that are at knee or below the knee length to do any of these activities. How ridiculous is that?

Anyway, I dislike board shorts very much, and I especially hate the type that go past the knees in length.

However, I do believe that people, who are NOT fit, should wear this type of swimwear, because it favors them. For example, a very tall skinny guy, with a basketball players body will never look good in a Speedo and neither would a very overweight individual who doesn’t take care of his body and I am sure that most women, wouldn’t want to see these types of guys in them either.

Average guys who are neither too skinny, fat or muscular, should stick with the shorts type of swimwear, which even I like to wear. These are typically around 12″ from the waist in length and are neither skin tight nor loose. I have about 3 of them made by Diesel, they feel great and do not take away any sexiness, like the larger and bulkier ones do.

Or depending on your body, you might have some slight definition of your muscles, in which case you can get away using the square cut, which is as tight and form shaping as the Speedo’s, but have more coverage. Women love these, because they accentuate your glutes and if you are uncomfortable about the bulge created by bikinis, well these still do this, but more discreetly.

I use these as well. Anyway, here is a perfect site for all types of cuts from Diesel, and I also would recommend Hugo Boss, especially for square cuts:

https://www.mensunderwearstore.com/shop/diesel/swimwear/small/whats-new/dl-swim2009/

Just a note, if you’re built, get your Diesel’s a size larger and your Hugo Boss’s a size smaller, I am typically a size Large on everything, but I have to use XL on Diesel and M on Hugo Boss.

So, remember! If you got it, show it, bulge and everything, but do it with style, in which case a bikini or Speedo is the way to go!

And if you are tall and thin or overweight, board shorts are a must! Average, people, go for the shorts that are not too tight, loose or long! Stick with a 12″ length, no more than 14″.

Tanbikiniman, posted this comment on Mar 17th, 2009

There’s nothing more relaxing than lying out at the beach in my skimpy black bikini, my girlfiend loves them on me.

Bikinis Rock !

JSpeedo, posted this comment on Mar 20th, 2009

I couldn’t agree with you more Tanbikiniman. Lying out on the beach in a speedo is one of my favorite pasttimes. I look forward to the summer where I’ll be out by the pool wearing only my speedo.

Guy, posted this comment on Mar 28th, 2009

Are you kidding me? Speedos are the best thing ever! I wish people would get a life and get over the whole speedo taboo thing in the USA. Yeah ok, so there may be those guys who definitely should not be wearing one, just like there are those women who should not wear bikinis. Ok what else…so speedos may show that a man has a package. Surprise, yes men have that kind of equipment! What about women that show their boobs all of the place, and I’m not talking the good boobs. Women can also have Camel Toe syndrome. Either way, both sexes can look good or bad in skimpy swimwear. I for one enjoy wearing speedos and will continue to do so. I’ve got one life, and I am going to live it the way I choose. Speedo on!

tom, posted this comment on Mar 31st, 2009

if david beckham has the nerve to wear them knowing the world will see the pictures of him in them, then why won’t ordinary people wear them? In England NO young people wear them. I think it is a shame. We are all too abbsessed with looking perfect. If we are not perfect then we cover up. What a waste of life, to live totally influenced by other people’s inhibitions. Just wear them and relax! The world won’t end!

Johnny, posted this comment on Apr 6th, 2009

This is an easy one: the majority of (straight, American) men are insecure about seeing other men wearing “revealing” clothing. Better to cover everything up under baggy grandpa shorts than to see another guy’s “package”. It’s ridiculous. Gay men don’t mind seeing it or showing it off!

Paradox, posted this comment on Apr 18th, 2009

The biggest concerns with guys wearing speedos (un-fit, fat, hairy, old) are no better concealed by baggy board shorts. We need to get over this double standard. Fast. Summer’s almost here.

Sexuality, posted this comment on Apr 18th, 2009

It’s all about sexuality, and the fact that we push it on our little girls (encouraging and allowing them to dress like provocative adults) and forbid boys from having any. Then when they are in their formative years, boys become intensely insecure about their bodies and their sexuality. Popular, insecure boys perpetuate these problems leading with a poor example and so it goes. If you want to change this, you have to start at the beginning. They need the confidence and acceptance that will avoid them, later in life, spending years ‘working up the courage to wear a speedo’ It is ridiculous that one piece of clothing can cause such a deep seated issue in our culture.

Big Phil, posted this comment on Apr 21st, 2009

I’m from Europe and whatever the time of year or type of weather…I rush home after a hard days work to literally jump into my tight, lycra nut smugglers. Then it’s on with the flip-flops and the Kim Kardashian work-out video and I’m ready to shoot my love pistol!

Speedos rock – don’t be a player hater!

John England, posted this comment on Apr 21st, 2009

I disagree with Big Phil. I am from Europe too and the problem I regularly face with my Speedos at the local pool is being caught with dangling plums. To combat this I devised a b#llock test as a young child that I perform religiously. Just the thought of Kim Kardashian and flip-flops had sent me all rigid!!

Alex Ngo, posted this comment on Apr 27th, 2009

True what everyone wrote here. Guys tend to mock and laugh while the ladies want to get a better look and smile when guys are in speedos.

I have had many encounters at my cottage with various folks, and the fat unsecure guys laugh. The fit are quiet, perhaps thinking of but afraid to put a pair on.

The ladies would tell their friends to look in my direction, and would wait by the pool side for me to exit the water. There are the more outgoing gals who would ask for a better pose so that they can clearly see the buldge.

Ah, summer is almost here, and I cannot wait to tan and swim in my speedos!

Aussie Guy, posted this comment on Apr 29th, 2009

Speedos always are most practical. I am 50 and in great shape through long years of working out. I have never had negative comments.
Why do ugly fat women in bikinis (some quite young) and teenagers with their jeans on their knees and underwear gaping not called weird/ gay etc. US images try to set the fashion trends, but it seems they are very hung-up in the US. Aussies don’t care. I a few years fashion will change and knee length flowery boardies will be called gay. By the way, fashion houses can make a lot more money from the board shorts whether or not they are comfortable- providing they project as being cool.

Srki, posted this comment on Apr 29th, 2009

I am Canadian and I wear swimming trunks only including at North America beaches. I don’t have perfect body and honestly I didn’t notice that anybody cares. “Speedo” is common in Canada on public pools and beaches.

Joe, posted this comment on May 7th, 2009

I prefer speedos and do not understand why Americans are so averse to them. They are more comfortable, and they look great. Speedos dry faster, and allow for better swimming, are more comfortable to wear and swim in at the beach. They more comfortable at the beach. Its nice not carrying 40 lbs of a soggy broadshort, with the cold soggy icy feeling of the 40 square feet of fabric sticking to you, when getting out of a pool. There is a double standard between men and women, that women are allowed to wear bikinis but men are not allowed to wear a speedo. What this implies about societies view of men is not good and it is sexist. Men look ridiculous in my opinion in “granny bloomer” broadshorts next to women in bikinis, like they have poor self image, no self confidence. Really any man should be free to wear a speedo. We should not be judgemental about peoples bodies. I see many women who are overweight and far less than perfect who wear a bikini, so its really hypocritical to complain about men wearing them when it seems nearly all women do, even with the most unideal bodies. If retailers marketed speedos more to men in the US, i think men would realise how much more comfortable, practical and convenient they are than their massive soggy 40 lb broadshorts and they would become very popular. Society needs to get over its anti-man misandrist attitude that mens bodies are ugly and should be covered up, like what they do to women in some muslim countries by making them wear hejabs. Its fine to be proud of ones body and men should be.

John, posted this comment on May 15th, 2009

Less is more. Who cares what others wear to the beach? I have worn speedo type trunks for 40 years and have never felt uncomfortable. I live in the boardshort capitol of the world, Florida. My peers dont like my trunks. But I really dont give a damn.

Beachandpoolswimmer@gmail.com, posted this comment on May 19th, 2009

Im just going to say those of you in So.Cal. That want to wear a speedo go for it, I have been for the last 5 years or so, and let me tell you, hardly a bad word. I find people coming up finding excuses to talk to me. And extra friendly, I think it really shows that you got nothing to hide. People may say how much they hate them and all that. I put one of my speedo picture’s up on rankmyphotos. and it currently 3-4 ranked.
See for your self
http://www.rankmyphotos.com/index.php?id=8131
BTW if any of you younger dudes dont belive me, lets go. And you’ll see, Youll be like rockstar. Most fun youll ever have. Its cool to be different.

speedoman, posted this comment on May 27th, 2009

I wish more Americans would enjoy a speedo. I wear them all the time on my public beach, I have a toned body for 49, and I say to all the complainers, are you jealous. And I even wear a thong, and I am not gay. Whats wrong with a nice tan.

al schroeder, posted this comment on May 29th, 2009

whats the first thing a guy does when he lays down to tan? Pull up his silly saggy-baggies! Why can’t guys buy “boy shorts” that are already popular girls wear? A couple inches of leg with an elasticised bottom edge. Maybe not speedos but certainly better than those ridiculous knee-lengths!

Minimalist swimwear fanatic, posted this comment on May 30th, 2009

So there I was on the beach in a very small bikini and then two women passed near me searching for a place post up camp to tan. I pretended not to pay them attention, though through my sunglasses I noticed they were staring at me. They parked their sunchairs and blankets about 20 feet from me (even though there was an entire beach at their disposal and no one else was in the vicinity). I would glance over at them an see they were clearly staring at me over their novels and we even shared a smile and friendly nod. Later, a few guys in their long hefty board shorts (which I’d like to add…80% of the board shorts are all decorated with flowers, but no one thinks that’s gay or odd…) with their bellys hanging over the top strolled by snickering and passed by the ladies. They’d asked the ladies if they’d liked that (pointing back at me) and the ladies quickly changed their expressions on their face (to suit the views of North American society, I assume) and answered a stout “ohh no way” to the guys.

Hmmmm… Go figure that. I wonder if they are just programmed to react how society wants instead of expressing their own feelings. I just looked over and snickered back at the ladies for their shallowness.

nate , posted this comment on Jun 12th, 2009

i just bought my first speedo and it is amazing and i don’t care if people think i don’t have a package the point is speedo are very comfortable and i will never go back to boardshorts

boy slim, posted this comment on Jun 13th, 2009

i’m only 11 and i wear speedos all of the time. as my penis is like 9 inchins longi look really good in them my girl friend loves them so much i lost my virginrty last night( while wearing speedos0

Mommyof2, posted this comment on Jun 15th, 2009

Having been a swimmer (competetive in youth , now recreational) for years , I consider myself to be somewhat of an expert on Speedos LOL. At the swim center where I swim , I see guys in all forms of swimwear. From boardshorts to trunks , squarecuts to Speedos and bikinis. I for one cannot reason why a guy would wear boardshorts for fitness swimming , but to each his own. If you are considering wearing a swim brief , please consider the fact that most people pay no mind to what one wears in this setting. That being said , if a Speedo is of interest to you , and you want to rock it , a few suggestions..

1) Physical fitness is a definate plus. Think lean , muscular and defined, especially the ABS , pecs and your tush.
2) A little bit of color-don\\\\\\\’t have to be a cancerous shade of brown , but just enough to shake the winter pale shade.
3) Guys , a little maintenance or \\\\\\\”man-scaping\\\\\\\” is nice , you don\\\\\\\’t want that fur hiding those muscles now do ya?
4) Pick a suit , style and color that you\\\\\\\’re comfortable with. Wear it with confidence , walk tall and smile !!!

And if you choose to go the swim brief route , and you look good , expect a smile from me. Look REAL good , and you\\\\\\\’ll get a smile and arched eyebrows!! I am married , not dead LOL! Seriously , guys , wear whatever you choose and are comfortable with and have fun this summer! I am off to the pool to swim my endless laps .

Steve, posted this comment on Jun 15th, 2009

I really do appreciate, from reading the posts here that there are many people here in the USA who buck the “norm” of pants length swimwear for men. I especially liked the previous comment from “Mommyof2″. I agree that fitness and a decent physique are best for brief swimwear . . . men AND women!

For me, as a 53 y.o NON-gay, 5′8″ 158 lb. trim and reasonably muscular man, I much prefer minimal swimwear, the “Rio” style narrow side straps and narrow front and rear. I think I pull this style/look off pretty well.

Yet, the predominant reactions I get are ridicule, laughter, the “can you believe that!” comment. Most of these people must really be insecure or really uncomfortable with their own sexuality. Admittedly, I am still a bit uncomfortable with such negative reaction, but I’m getting better at it.

The one thing that does scare me however, is, however minute possibility of the “gay bashing” that a couple of guys might find it fun proper to do. I am not a violent person, but I fear the deranged types of guys who are put off by my swimwear choice will result in violence. Any thought, anyone, on this?

John Austin, posted this comment on Jun 16th, 2009

When visiting Russia last summer our group stopped as a hotel on the Volga River. Noticing many people swimming and sun bathing in front of the hotel, I decided to cool off. I grabbed my Speedo I usually save for lap swimming and joined the other, all similarly attired. When mentioning my adventure at dinner, one of my colleagues said “I hope you didn’t dress like the natives.” When I admitted that I did, I explained that I didn’t want to look out of place, look like a funny dressed American tourist. I didn’t want to be laughed at they way I would if I wore my speedos on a beach in this country.

Brad, posted this comment on Jul 15th, 2009

Back in the day , in my late teens/early twentys , I was an avid Speedo wearer. Wore them everywhere from the pool at the Health Club to Foster Avenue beach in Chicago. Had them in various colors and sizes , from a 3-inch side brief for swimming to a 1-inch BRIEF brief for the beach. Wearing them was a HUGE boost to my social life. I’m talking mid to late 90’s , about the time the whole Speedo craze fizzled out.

Now , early thirties and in even better shape than back then , I just can’t seem to work up the nerve to wear ‘em again. Just at the point in life where I don’t want to cause a commotion or a “buzz” for being a rebel. Also , don’t know how wifey would respond LOL , so I’ll stick to my knee-length boardies and call it a day. But hell , don’t let me stop you from wearing ‘em if you choose.

Mike, posted this comment on Jul 27th, 2009

I don’t know why this is such a big deal socially here in the US. I live in South Carolina (the buckle of the bible belt) and I started wearing swim briefs this summer in less public beaches. I cannot tell you how much more liberating and comfortable it is to wear them. I recently wore them to a very public beach and got stared at by a few people who gave weird looks, but I don’t care what people think anyway. Then one of the most attractive ladies on the beach walked right up to me, pointed her finger, and said “YOU CAN WEAR THAT”. My wife and I were befuddled and I said “thank you”. She said she wished her boyfriend had the “you know what” to wear them, was envious of wife, and because they were attractive on the right man. After a long and slightly unorthodox conversation, she laid out the ground rules on Speedo’s.

1. Some skin tone…need a little bit of tan.
2. Reasonable body…not the perfect body, just normal.
3. Most importantly….WELL MANICURED!

My wife agreed with her #3 vehemently and weighed that more than the other two.

Anyway, I love wearing them because they are so comfortable, fashionable, quick-drying, and mostly, because it’s socially liberating to buck the trend. So if you can wear one, do it, you’ll be surprised how many women out there think its hot!

JT, posted this comment on Aug 1st, 2009

Wow…great story Mike. I’ll be heading to a beach soon and plan on wearing mine. I hope I get the same type of compliment.

Geoff, posted this comment on Aug 16th, 2009

The only reason anyone would have a problem with Swim briefs (aka Speedos) is because they are turned on by them! Why else would it be such an emotive issue? Understandably many guys are reluctant to admit being turned on by other men in brief swimwear; their desperate need to conceal this fact manifests itself as distain for the said garment and those who wear it – it’s like an act of denial.

As for North American men; they are renowned the world over for being brash, confident even arrogant and seem perfectly happy to strut around holiday resorts with no top on, showing off their barrel chests and big biceps, but when it comes to the lower body, for some unknown reason their confidence seems to go into a kind of reverse thrust, hence the popularity of “Dork Shorts” and “Granny Bloomers” If you’re in good shape why on earth not wear Speedos? Exactly what is there for anyone to make fun of or laugh at? You need to show some REAL confidence and take the higher ground. Don’t let other people project their insecurities onto you.

Straight_man, posted this comment on Aug 25th, 2009

Great conversation and stories. I really enjoy wearing swim briefs, after getting my first pair just two years ago. Now my son, age 7 wants to get a pair as well.

I can’t tell you how much I regret not having worn them for most of my adult life, I just didn’t know what I was missing, and what a burden those heavy wet and baggy swim shorts were.

Jim, posted this comment on Oct 3rd, 2009

I’m a fit straight male in my 30’s and enjoy wearing speedo type suits. My wife doesn’t care that I wear them, just as long as I am happy. I’ve always tried to hide the fact that I wear speedos from friends and family because I am afraid of ridicule. I have now grown tired of hiding my choice of swimwear and will no longer deny it if the topic ever comes up. Why must we males be so afraid of such ridicule over choice of swimwear? It’s just plain stupid. Yes, I wear a speedo….BFD!

Mark, posted this comment on Oct 5th, 2009

There are way more reasons to wear Speedo briefs than to not. I like being able to wear them under my pants so after my activities, no need to find a place to change and I’m ready for a dip the lake. Best part is I can towel off, slip the pants back on and not have a soggy seat. I also asked my 16 year old son if all his friends wore speedos would he? His answer was yes. It seems that no one wants to be the only one, so if more men would come out of hiding the fact they too would wear them, maybe the stigma about Speedos can be changed.

Jesster, posted this comment on Dec 26th, 2009

I am a 55-year old straight, blissfully married male. I have worn speedos throughout my adult life. During the last several months I’ve decided to get into great shape again. I walk, do pilates and swim laps. I exercise 6-days a week. I’m 5′10″, 169 lbs. Not muscular, but slim and very fit.

When I swim laps I’m in the company of other avid lap swimmers. I’ve found it to be the exception when my fellow swimmers are NOT wearing speedos/swim briefs. From a practical standpoint other styles make no sense whatsoever.

On my walk to and from the showers I consistently get looks of approval from women. My current favorite is Speedo square-cut shorts. They minimize drag in the pool, don’t put my package WAY out there and compliment the physique I work so hard to maintain.

My wife, who is very fit herself, loves to see me in my speedos. By the way, what’s good for the goose……In my opinion, a fit woman wearing a one-piece speedo is the height of sensuality. It takes a good measure of self-confidence for anyone to wear swimwear that reveals every curve.

Gjhwrtd, posted this comment on Dec 31st, 2009

I\’m 12 and the first day I wore a speedo to the beach I hooked up with this hot and we went to a private restroom and had wonderful sex it was amazing

Alan, posted this comment on Mar 1st, 2010

Release your soul from shame
Finally! A forum about a subject that the more “ashamed” of the populace would much rather ignore or nervously laugh off with some kind of “gay” quip or “fashion” critique. I say to them “face your fears” and overcome them. I am a straight male whom in my early years joined the “herd” of men(?) hiding their bodies in shame while at the beach. I began lifting weights and built a muscular “Tarzan” style physique that I am proud of and decided to wear bikinis at the beach. Considering that I am an avid “sun-worshipper” and nudist it seemed only natural. Because I live in the south you can imagine that speedos or other mens bikini style suits are rare on the beach. I have learned to ignore the derisive stares from some of the more prudish (jealous?) but they are balanced by the good feedback and smiles from other observers.For the most part however I just enjoy myself and am not concerned with what others may think. One must learn to be comfortable in ones own skin no matter the shape. We are none of us perfect. For years I have been forced to observe females of all forms in all types of skimpy bikinis(very enjoyable for the most part), and some were not very attractive. Why aren’t men allowed the same freedom? Our culture promotes voyeurism of the female form to the extreme but males are not allowed to be viewed in such a manner unless it is in a “gay” or “sleazy” context. Once you swim in the ocean and feel the freedom a bikini allows, when you lie under the sun and feel it permeate your near naked body, you may begin to understand. Do not be afraid of other peoples opinions or prejudices as they can not affect you. Free yourself from the body-image shame that society has drummed into you. Men should be able to be viewed as sexually alluring creatures without the stigmas which continue to exist in our current “enlightened” way of thought.

James, posted this comment on Mar 20th, 2010

I’m an avid speedo wearer and just recently purchased a bikini style suit for my upcoming trip to Mexico. I showed my wife what I had bought and she wasn’t very receptive to me wearing so little. Usually she doesn’t have much of a problem with the regular speedo suits with wider sides but this one is a bit smaller. I told her that when I am on vacation, I want to be care-free and do I what I want. I will be there to relax and if wearing a small suit makes me happy, then I should be able to do it. At that point, she backed off and said whatever makes you happy. Isn’t that what life is all about? There are worse things that I could be doing. If you really think about it, what is the big deal about wearing a piece of clothing that is made specifically for swimming, tanning etc that is made for men?? Seems pretty logical, doesn’t it?

chris cater, posted this comment on Mar 22nd, 2010

I have a nice body six pack, with a large chest and a good tan. I have a pretty big cock too. I love it when the teen chicks stare and my bludge. Makes me happy in the pants. Sometimes I get a bonner and my cock falls out of the speedo.

Garreth, posted this comment on Jun 9th, 2010

i am a single father with 2 boys one 9 and the other 13, both boys are doing junior lifesaving at the local pool, both boys started wearing a speedo very young 4years old and both boys really liked them even at a young age. they even asked to wear them every day as underwear. at first i did not agree with this but after a couple of weeks i gave it a try. both boys swim at least once a day sometimes more and speedos dry so quickly they dont even bother to take dry clothes to change into after swimming they just towel dry the speedos and either come home or go back to school. most of their friends do the same they all love speedos. in the last couple of years i have also started wearing speedos every day and swim with the boys after school. to add to the fun for the boys ii have installed an outdoor shower so when we return home from the pool we shower outdoors and sit in the sun to dry off. this encourages them to keep body and speedos clean without and arguements they love showering outdoors.

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