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Speedo's New Olympic Swimsuit: High-Tech Performance, Challenging Fit

The Fastskin LZR Pure Valor 2.0 promises enhanced buoyancy and speed but takes over 10 minutes to put on, even for Olympians.

  • Speedo's Fastskin LZR Pure Valor 2.0 is engineered with Lamoral Space Tech material for reduced drag and water absorption.
  • The suit is designed to improve swimmer buoyancy, keeping them aligned and on top of the water.
  • Journalists and athletes alike struggle to don the high-compression suit, often taking more than 10 minutes.
  • The suit's advanced design has contributed to numerous world records since its introduction.
  • Priced at $550, the suit is one of the most expensive on the market.
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