Swim brief, brand opinions

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David_NC
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Swim brief, brand opinions

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I have some pool boy swim briefs and they are nice, and I one from Sluggers and Todd Sanfield. Has anyone tried THK Male? Some of their patterns look nice. Also, what about Budgy Smugglers? Theirs look nice also.


https://www.thkmale.com/collections/swimwear

https://budgysmuggler.com/
athongsnook
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I love my Smugglers!
David_NC
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Another brand I’ve been recommended is Arena. They have some cool patterns, but are they more for sport or leisure? I don’t plant to swim laps, I’m more of a lay in the sand and relax person.

https://www.arenasport.com/en_us/men/sw ... riefs.html
oldermuscledude
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David_NC wrote: Mon May 18, 2026 12:44 pm Another brand I’ve been recommended is Arena. They have some cool patterns, but are they more for sport or leisure? I don’t plant to swim laps, I’m more of a lay in the sand and relax person.

https://www.arenasport.com/en_us/men/sw ... riefs.html
Hey, David! While Arena suits are made a little stronger for lap or competitive swimming (and not deteriorating in chlorinated water) they're also great for laying on the sand (or a chaise lounge!) and relaxing in the sun or just splashing around in the pool.

Typically they're lined in front which provides a bit of modesty for those who need or want it, too, and the material isn't as 'see-through' or sheer when wet as other types of swim briefs (Cocksox, Aussie Bum, Joe Snyder, etc) can be.

When I was on swim team in middle school and when I was in high school speedos were all I wore to swim in and to relax in the sun in.
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I'll vouch for Arena also, as oldermuscledude said they are really durable and strong. I bought one of there Icon briefs about this time last year and it's still in great shape. My other favorite brand is Sporti by Swimoutlet. They have a variety of styles and patterns, but my longtime goto is their Euro Brief. They are good quality for the lower price point, I just wish they offered them in some more color options. Would love to see a pink Euro!
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