Speedo Mercury Spliced Drop Back Reviews

By IMtrigirl from MS on 3/26/2013

Size: Feels true to size

I use this suit for triathlon training. Great fit, great style, very flattering.

By Gem from New York on 2/22/2013

Size: Feels true to size

I bought a Black/Gold in size 30 for a competition suit, because my more important meets were beginning to start. The suit itself fits perfectly (yes, tight, but I ordered a size down for that tightness) and the colors are nice but not overwhelming. I have always preferred thick strips, particularly in right competition suits, and while these straps are a little different from what I''m used to, they haven''t put my shoulders asleep yet (which is important for a backstroker).

I just wanted to add, because you can''t really tell in the pictures, but the cloth above the white and on the straps is a mesh-type of material. I honestly don''t think it matters, but I just wanted to give everyone a heads up.

Overall, a good suit, with a good, tight, normal-Speedo fit that looks good!

* For reference to the sizing, I''m 5''8"

By Carol from Valdese, NC on 1/11/2013

Size: Feels true to size

It feels a little tight in a secure way with no ride up. My daughter loves it and she said the mesh on the shoulders does not slow you down in competition. Definiately recommend.

By weekend swimmer from New York, NY on 1/10/2013

Size: Feels true to size

The suit is a typical Speedo size (tight) but it''s not very stretchy. I''ve only worn it a few times so far, and taking it off when it is wet is not fun.  This suit is touted as "Endurance" (to last long) so maybe the reason the suit lasts longer is because the material is not stretchy? Because it is not stretchy, the straps dig into my chest a bit. it''s a good suit, but not the most comfortable. I''m hoping with more time, it will stretch a little bit more.

By swim mom from Iowa on 1/10/2013

Size: Feels too small

Runs a little small, but that is okay. Just order a size up if you are unsure.  My daughter needed a purple and black swim suit for her swim team.  The suit they offered was a regular speedo suit, but they practice nearly every day and I don''t think it would last the season.  The endurance suits are worth the extra cost because they last.

By Colleen W. from Alexandria, VA on 12/22/2012

Size: Feels too small

Tight fit with no give! Like the style but wish I'd ordered one size up!

By Nan from Madras, OR on 11/30/2012

Size: Feels true to size

I am a lifguard and WSI (water safety instructor) and am in a suit six days a week gurading, teaching and doing my workouts. So it is verry important that I get a suit that fits, is durable and alows me to move freely. This suit offers all three. It felt a little tight at firs but strtched nicely after a few uses. Most of my past suits have been flybacks with a keyhole opening so the larger opening in the back of this one took a little getting used to.
If you choose to bye this suit I am sure you wont be let down! Hope this is helpful to somone!!!! Happy swimming!

By Kate from Canada on 11/6/2012

Size: Feels true to size

I have worn this suit 5 times a week for 7 months and it is still holding together well. The only thing wrong with it would be that the stitching has become discoloured but I can live with that. The colour is still bright as ever and I plan to buy it again.

By Karen from Richmond, VA on 11/4/2012

Size: Feels too small

Like other reviews say,  after measuring buy a size up for most comfort for little girls.

Well made, looks wonderful

By Anila from Paramus, NJ on 10/9/2012

Size: Feels true to size

Swimsuit arrived quickly. Fits perfectly on my 8 year old. Great service.