Speedo Ultraback Contemporary Reviews

By Karen from Locust, NC on 4/23/2013

Size: Feels too big

The bathing suit was too big in the bottom. If you need extra room in the rear it would be a good fit. I do not. The leg area had too many gathers for a regular size rear end. I loved it other wise. I had planned to return it but it is too much trouble. I will not be doing mail order with this company anymore.

By Denise from Michigan on 4/9/2013

Size: Feels too small

Got this one over a competition suit to be more "conservative." Hip and backside coverage is good, but topside, not so good. Back straps did loosen after first wear, but "bra shelf" is somewhere around mid-rib (and I don''t have much up top). I am 5'' 8", so maybe this is best for small to mid-length torso ladies. Longer torso, and you''ll be worried about showing the headlights. The top front looks high, but each time I come out of the water to stand, I''m pulling up the front. It''s more "scoop" than it looks in the picture. Big gals, beware. As many noted, this might be the motivator suit to make you lose a few, but for me, I would rather grow out of a suit than into one.

By Linda from Utah on 4/1/2013

Size: Feels true to size

This is the third time i''ve ordered this suit.  It fits perfectly, stays put, is stretchy AND supportive, soft - no chafing. It lasts a really long time in the heavily chlorinated pool I swim in 4-6 days a week. Please never discontinue this suit!!

By Sharon from Cleveland Ohio on 3/24/2013

Size: Feels true to size

This is the third time I have ordered this suit. So I have worn it for many years now. It lasts a long time and I love the fit. It does not go too low in back to show my love handles. That is important. I can swim hard and it stays in place.

By Mary S. from Savannah, GA on 3/23/2013

I am an 8 and ordered a 10, which fits very well.  I always have to size up with speedo.  I like the ultraback, and the fabric seems very sturdy.  I like the higher cut legs in the contemporary style, but did not realize the style also has a lower cut front.  Not too revealing, but definitely lower than a moderate cut.

By Golden Girl from Live Oak, Florida on 3/16/2013

Size: Feels true to size

Needed swimsuit in a hurry for water aerobics and I hate to shop because I live over an hour away from a mall. I''m a first time on line swimsuit buyer and not disappointed. The suit looks great, feels great and works well in the water. I think maybe I''ll try a "long" size next since the straps are a wee bit tight and my rear end peeks out some if you know what I mean, but not enough to embarrass me. I''m 5''5-1/2, size 10 clothes so ordered a12 suit but need an extra inch. I plan on ordering more. I really like the look of the suit.

By Deb David from Whitney Point, NY on 3/14/2013

Size: Feels true to size

Suit fits great - easy to get on and off and I glide through the water with no resistance.  Extra bra support is great!

By kms from lakeport CA on 3/9/2013

Size: Feels too small

I usually wear a 12 and I bought a size 12 suit.  Looked super from the front but the straps across the back cut into my flesh and caused very unattractive overlapping of the skin.   I could lose some weight, admittedly, and it might work.   This suit is very comfortable and flattering except for the back, in my case.

By cowgirlthang from Chicago on 3/4/2013

Size: Feels too small

Always wanted a Speedo and ordered a size 8; the 10 wasn''t available in black... This suit has great lines but the shelf-bra wasn''t for me and didn''t provide enough coverage and the "head lights"; more than I wanted to show. I exchanged it for the Sporti that has a very similar cut with a light built in bra that was perfect for me.

By HIL from Petaluma, CA on 3/1/2013

Size: Feels true to size

I am a tall mature lap swimmer.  My last suit was Tall which you no longer manufacture.  I am OK with the suit I ordered.  Most importantly my current suit in the same style has lasted about 1 year and still looks good!  I swim at least 4 times per week.  
It would be better to have more choice in stylish suits for mature lap swimmers.  Thanks!