Lava Pants - Neoprene Triathlon Wetsuit Buoyancy Pants for Men & Women (5mm Thickness)

My primary intent was to use the Lava pants in open water when wetsuits are technically legal but the water is warm enough that overheating is likely.I have been using these during training under two conditions and never more than 50% of my time in the pool: 1) my legs are thrashed and I have a long swim or 2) I'm working on speed intervals. I will say that I've shaved about 15-20 seconds per 100 yards. Yes, this seems like a lot but it makes a pretty big difference to have NO sink to your lower half. Perhaps those who have strong swimming backgrounds would not see the same improvements. For those of us without strong swimming backgrounds (most triathletes I've met), be careful not to get too attached to your Lava pants. The more you use them the less you want to swim without. That said, these probably should not take away from drills that will ultimately improve that sinking lower half!

I heard great things about the lava pants, so, I decide to give it a try and I totally love it, I'm 5' tall so, it's hard for me to find a wetsuit to fit me right, but this lava pants do the job, has great buoyancy, it fits low on the waist but it comes with a waist string and it helps to keep it in place, I wear it on the pool for training and open water..!! I just wish they have a wet suit jacket to go with it

I'm a female and these shorts come in Men's size. I used the size guide and it had me at Men's Large. it was too big. The knee area was loose. Xterra recommended me to try the shorts, eliminating the loose knees. I swam in the Men's large shorts; too big. It was like a parachute in the water. I was concerned going down to Medium would be too tight in the waist, but it was not. Well, after spending $90 in shipping to try the different types of Lava pants/shorts and sizes, I've settled with the Medium Shorts. Because it's only in men's sizes, the shorts are a little long making them hit the top of my knees. But, I don't want to ship them back again. I've been using these shorts for two weeks now and they are amazing. I can feel how I should be moving my hips, I'm able to swim "downhill", and it's great being able to use these shorts instead of a pull buoy. I Even having spent the price of another pair of shorts in shipping, I recommend the product. I'm 5'4" 135 pounds.

Thanks to storms I had to wait over a week before my first try of these pants.It was worth the wait, my friend who recommended them was saying they are like a cheat mode on swimming and that they are. Comfortable if a little snug, make sure to order right by hip (not waist) size, and even then my thunder thighs struggled a little. They sit low and that feels a little odd at first. But in the water....Easy button for sure, so happy to have these. Faster and with less energy expended. Thats a huge win.

This is a very expensive product and it tore after one use in the pool. I contacted the seller but did not get any help. So disappointing!

Product is great for my swim training! Fits according to size. Not so happy about the "muffin top" from the way they fit on the waist but that is on me not the pants! A higher cut would be nice for us old ladies!The company was quick to ship and even checked to see if I was satisfied with my purchase.

This is quality gear but the fit is uncomfortable at best. Swam for the first time in them today. Wonderful buoyancy and a great swim. I am 6'1" and weigh 225. I got an extra-large set of pants.The suit when pulled up barely covers the crack of my behind. Annoying and distracting, but still works wonders with buoyancy. I will continue to use them.

I got my pants in yesterday and took them to the pool today. I swam a 1500 with my normal bathing suit and a 1500 right after with the lava pants and the time to complete was about 8.5% less for what felt like less effort. These will be a staple in my bag from this point forward. On a different note about the seller ... i mistakenly ordered a size XXSmall -- at 6'4 and 209 pounds that just won't work -- they were amazing to intercept the order and ship the correct product (XXL) and still have them here in a hurry. Great Stuff!!!!