Speedo Endurance swimsuit worn by Petria Thomas
Maker
Speedo International Ltd
Datec 2000
Object number00040002
NameSwimsuit
MediumPolyester
DimensionsOverall: 710 x 500 mm, 0.08 kg
Clothing size: 8
Clothing size: 8
ClassificationsClothing and personal items
Credit LineANMM Collection Gift from Petria Thomas
DescriptionThis Speedo Endurance training swimsuit is black with purple and pink trim. The Racerback design features an embroidered Speedo trademark and the printed Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) logo. The garment was made in China under license to Speedo.
HistoryIn 1995 Speedo launched their Endurance swimwear range, which uses a fabric that, unlike nylon and elastane, will not degrade in water. The fabric has the same comfort and fit properties of nylon and elstane swimwear.
SignificanceThe Speedo Endurance suit was worn by Olympian Petria Thomas during training at the AIS for the Sydney Olympics in 2000. It is an important example of the technological developments in swimwear made by Speedo during the 1990s.