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Arena Carbon Technology Explained

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THE CARBON TECHNOLOGY
     
 

For over a decade, arena has been developing and applying new technical features to its range of racing swimwear, with the aim of constantly offering swimmers a cutting edge in their performance.

Carbon fibre is made up of very thin strands of carbon – even thinner than human hair – which can be twisted together like yarn, and then woven into cloth. It's five times as strong as steel and twice as stiff, but only one third of its weight.

By weaving elastomer yarns across a special carbon fibre grid, the inherent strength and stiffness of the carbon threads serve as a protective web that regulates stretching by stiffening the fabric once a critical stress level is reached, thus preventing uneven stress damage.

 
 

Intelligent Muscle Compression: The carbon thread framework locks down like a seatbelt when critical stretch levels kick in, giving maximum compression on over-extended zones, increasing support and control when and where it's needed, and boosting performance through reduced drag, improved efficiency, and maximum power. At the same time, the stretch fabric retains its elasticity, remaining comfortable without affecting the swimmer's mobility.
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Cameron
1 day ago.
Hi! I swim 100/200 fly, 500 fr, and 400 IM as my main events. Which tech suit would be best for me?
SwimOutlet
1 day ago.
Hi Cameron!

We recommend the Arena Carbon Glide or the Arena Carbon Core FX for you.
Zach
2 weeks ago.
Hi, I swim the 500 free, the 200 Free, the 200 I.M., or the 100 Breast, what Arena suit is best for me?
SwimOutlet
2 weeks ago.
Hi Zach!

We recommend the Arena Glide for you.
Elie
3 weeks ago.
I am trying to decide between the carbon glide or the carbon air 2, which works better? I’m a backstroke swimmer so does that affect anything?
SwimOutlet
3 weeks ago.
Hi Elie! Please try the Carbon Flex.
Savannah
1 month ago.
If I wear a 24 in the Speedo lzr X would a size 26 be a good fit for me in the Arena Carbon flex VX?
SwimOutlet
1 month ago.
Hi Savannah!

Sizing charts do vary by brand. For the best fit, we recommend that you take any necessary measurements and compare them with the sizing chart. A link to our sizing charts is located at the bottom of every page as well as on the item page itself, right above the size selection menu.
youssef
2 months ago.
hi i wanted to know what is the best suit for a sprinter that swims 50 and 100 free 50 and 100 fly and sometimes 200 hundreds
SwimOutlet
2 months ago.
Hi Youssef!

We recommend the Arena carbon glide.
Marre
2 months ago.
Hi,
If I am a size 28 in the carbon air, what size should I get for the carbon flex? Are they the same size?
Swimoutlet.com
2 months ago.
We suggest the same size.
Marwan
3 months ago.
why dont u ship to canada the arena carbon glide
SwimOutlet.com
3 months ago.
Hi Marwan,

Our contract or agreement with the brand only covers shipment to customers within the US. Thank you and have a great night!
Marwan
3 months ago.
I have size 24 carbon air 2 which size should i buy for the carbon glide?
SwimOutlet
3 months ago.
Hi Marwan!

Same size since they have same sizing ang sizing guide.
Marwan
3 months ago.
the size 24 carbon air2 is a bit loose but its is thight
Giorgio
5 months ago.
Ciao faccio i 50-100m rana 100 stile ho comprato un arena carbon air1 e mi sto trovando molto bene, pensavo di comprarne uno nuovo che cosa mi consigliereste anche altre Marche ?
Volevo anche sapere le caratteristiche dei nuovi carbon
Es. Core glide ecc.
Fares
10 months ago.
Hi, I tried the carbon pro in orange and the size was 26. Now, I want to try the lzr elite 2. If a carbon pro size 26 was perfect, what is the equivalent of it for the lzr elite 2 (in the size)?

Thank you
SwimOutlet
10 months ago.
Hi Fares!

In order to determine the proper fit, please take the chest, waist, and hip measurements and then compare them to the appropriate sizing chart. Sizing charts can be found at the very bottom of any page you are on or above the Size menu on the product page.
Vasilina
10 months ago.
Hi,

Is the Arena Carbon Ultra the same size as a Carbon Flex?
If I am a size 4 in Carbon Flex, do I get Size 4 in Carbon Ultra?
Thank you.
SwimOutlet
10 months ago.
Hi Vasilina!

Carbon Ultra and Carbon Flex have the same sizing chart information so most likely you will end up in the same size. However, please note that the items have different compression that can account to the total fit of the items.
Diana
11 months ago.
I bought a 28 Arena Carbon Flex VX and am freaking out that I will rip it when I get it on and bend over. Do you think I got the right size for bust 35, waist 30, hips 40?
SwimOutlet.com
11 months ago.
Hello Diana!

Based off your measurements the size 28 is the correct size in the Arena Carbon Flex VX.
AC
11 months ago.
We've been happy with Carbon Air and Carbon Air 2 (size 26) as our first tech suits. Is there a better choice for someone who's top events are 500 and up? And if so, what would you recommend in terms of size?
SwimOutlet
11 months ago.
Hi AC!

First, we recommend the Arena Carbon Glide. It is the perfect tech suit for a long distance swimmer or anyone who wants a better feel for the water while racing. Next is the LZR Pure Valor and TYR Venzo.

For sizing, please take your actual measurements comparable to the sizing chart of the item and then compare.
AJ
12 months ago.
Is the carbon air or the carbon flex a tighter suit?
SwimOutlet
11 months ago.
Almost all technical suits are. You'll just have to get the correct size for them.
Reilly
12 months ago.
Hi
in your opinion which suit is best developed, maintains a good level of compression and flexibility and is good for all strokes.
SwimOutlet
12 months ago.
Hi Reilly!

We recommend the TYR Venzo, Speedo LZR Pure Intent and Mizuno GX-Sonic V for you.
grace
1 year ago.
and also between the ultra and the air, which one is better?
SwimOutlet.com
1 year ago.
Hi Grace,

Kindly check the comparison chart of the Arena techsuits through this link: https://www.swimoutlet.com/guides/arena-carbon-powerskin-comparison

Hope this helps!
grace
1 year ago.
I swim the 50 fr, 100 fr, 100 bk, and 100 br. I was thinking of buying the arena carbon ultra. Is the carbon air a better choice?
SwimOutlet
1 year ago.
Hi Grace! Carbon ultra is a better choice as it has 3 times more carbon than before for HD Intelligent Compression.
Hamzaoui Fares
1 year ago.
Hi,
I'm Fares and I want to buy the carbon air. Is it good for the 50 free, 100 breast and 200 breast. I'm a freestyler and a breaststroker.
SwimOutlet
1 year ago.
Hi Fares! Carbon Air is good for all swimming techniques. Its fabric design offers you a powerful and controlled degree of compression together with a supreme level of comfort without compromising performance.
John
1 year ago.
I swim the 50 freestyle, and the 100 butterfly. I'm looking for the fastest suit possible for these events to wear for sectionals, and hopefully state, what suits would you recommend?
SwimOutlet
1 year ago.
Hi John!

We recommend the carbon flex for power.
Ele
1 year ago.
Is arena carbon air2 is good for 100 breastroke and 50, 100, 200 free?
SwimOutlet
1 year ago.
Hi Ele!

Yes, that particular suit is good for that swim types. We also recommend the carbon flex for power and compression/flexibility.
Elsie
1 year ago.
Hi! I'm looking for a new tech suit. I've tried the Revo-One (22) and liked it but did not like the Carbon Ultra (22) because the straps felt too tight. I wear a size 28 in practice suits. I swim breastroke (100 and 200), sprint freestyle (50 and 100), and the 200 IM. People reccomend the Carbon Flex and Tyr suits (How do you find the right size for those?). Whar suit do you reccomend? Any brand will do.
SwimOutlet
1 year ago.
Hi Elsie!

Yes, we do recommend the Carbon Flex for that type of swim. To get your proper size, please take your actual chest, waist, hip and torso measurements in inches and compare to the sizing chart of the item. If you are in between sizes, we recommend for you to size up.
Angie
1 year ago.
My daughter wears a 30 for all practice suits, and is usually a 26 in regular Arena powerskins. What size do you recommend in the Arena Carbon Air? And Flex? Do we go same size as racing suit or same size for practice
Logan
1 year ago.
Hi, I’m a 50 free, back and fly swimmer aswell as a 100 free, back and fly swimmer.. what arena costume would you recommend?
SwimOutlet
1 year ago.
Hi Logan! Please try the Carbon Flex.
Marelize
1 year ago.
Hi,

My daughter currently wears a 24 Arena Carbon Air and she is a 200IM, 400IM, back (50m-200m), fly swimmer (50m-200m) and 200m freestyle. We want to get her a new racer, but not sure what to get. Some recommended another Carbon Air, but not sure if that would be the right decision. Can you please let me know what you think will be most suitable for the events she is swimming. Thanks
SwimOutlet
1 year ago.
Hi! Please try the Arena Powerskin Carbon Flex.
Lauren
1 year ago.
i’ve had the carbon air before and i did like it but i’m wondering if it’s the best suit for me. i’m a breaststroker and occasionally swim IM and 100 free. should i stick with the carbon air?
SwimOutlet.com
1 year ago.
Hi Lauren,

You might also want to try the Carbon Flex which is also best for breaststroke and IM.
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