Realise Swimsuits - long-term review

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Getting back to the original subject: The tightness of the suit keeps it fairly safe, I don't wear it often. But I checked the seams: no traces of deterioration. Also the surface hasn't changed a bit, this suit still looks brand new. I consider wearing it on a bike tour when it is a little warmer, bike pants underneath. We are going to have a triathlon here in a few months, and people are getting used to seeing bikers in weird dresses now, so I have a good excuse 😁

Ok, a short tour first, I have to check if my crotch can survive this suit on a bike...
I see Realise suits are available in 4L size now:

Search eBay DE: Japan Realise swimsuit 4L
Found in this shop:
DE Store: mogoraug39 -> then click on "Swimsuits" on the left

They have quite a collection.
(26 Apr 2013, 19:20 )Strappado Wrote: bike pants underneath.
Underneath? Mmm... I would wear pantyhose underneath and short bike pants on top.

(26 Apr 2013, 19:20 )Strappado Wrote: Ok, a short tour first, I have to check if my crotch can survive this suit on a bike...
How was the test?
New Realise sellers:

eBay: Rubber swimsuit LL Realise

The prices go down 😉
(05 Jun 2013, 00:31 )Like Ra Wrote:
(26 Apr 2013, 19:20 )Strappado Wrote: bike pants underneath.
Underneath? Mmm... I would wear pantyhose underneath and short bike pants on top.

(26 Apr 2013, 19:20 )Strappado Wrote: Ok, a short tour first, I have to check if my crotch can survive this suit on a bike...
How was the test?

Sorry, didn't do it, I could not find a keyring for closing the back zipper. But, I put it on later, and I think, there is no trouble in the crotch area.

PS. I have seen prices like 400 $ for the suit with full back side. Of course, there is no evidence, that anyone ever paid that much...
(This post was last modified: 21 Jun 2013, 23:19 by Strappado.)
(21 Jun 2013, 23:17 )Strappado Wrote: I have seen prices like 400 $
So have I. And Wolford Fatal Neon for 650$

eBay: Wolford Fatal Neon
(This post was last modified: 22 Jun 2013, 19:55 by Like Ra.)
http://www.jpnswimming.net/product-list/67

Normal prices, sells to Europe, no trouble with my order.
Some models available in size 4XL, even shown, when sold out, so I suppose, they will have them again sooner or later.

4XL is my size, fits perfectly!
(29 Jun 2013, 14:13 )Strappado Wrote: 4XL is my size, fits perfectly!
In this case could you please list your current "parameters"? 😉
Parameters:

Crotch over left shoulder (near neck) back to crotch: 173 cm
Largest hip circumference: 97 cm
Waist right underneath rib cage: 83 cm
Chest at armpits: 89 cm

PS: I had ordered another one, free back but full rear, small leg-openings. The seller was quick and reliable again.

I really hope, they will eventually offer the long-sleeve swimsuit in 4XL.
(This post was last modified: 19 Jul 2013, 21:05 by Strappado.)
There are two Realise swimsuits on eBay right now (auctions): one in blue another one in silver.

http://www.likera.com/forum/mybb/Thread-...4#pid10934
http://www.likera.com/forum/mybb/Thread-...5#pid10935

They might be too small for some, however I managed to squeeze into German size 34 (Speedo Hydrasuit), while my normal Hydrasuit size is around 42-44. OTOH, I take it that Realise swimsuits are not that elastic?

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