A loop hole in the definition of fabric totally hosed the other manufacturers. Brent confirms that the Speedo LZR will only last a handful of races. His exact quote: "The suit itself only lasts for 6 to 12 wears. Michael Phelps could theoretically go through 3 or 4 swim suits at 500 a pop at the Olympics.He also suggests that we may see some sponsored suit defectors in Beijing.
Here is a link to an audio of that NPR, Day to Day interview: [Link]
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And athletes are starving.
I think what the CEO of 'Swimming World' meant was that the suit is to expensive for the average mortal in that it has a short shelf life or 1 to 10 races.
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