Any tips on making my suit last longer?

[kumu]

Out of curiosity, could you maybe toss in a little vinegar when rinsing a speedo to neutralize the acidic chlorine?

[Lap Counter]

Any discussion of cleaning swim suits raises the issue of what to use, soap or detergent? Both have their advocates, so I'll just link to this discussion of their various features and benefits:

http://www.french-handlaundry.com/orvus_vs_soap.htm

[Byron]

My first reaction to using vinegar against chlorine was no as it is itself an acid but the launderers' advice above does suggest a little white vinegar in a rinse to remove a final soap residue. That interesting summary is quite an education but I do note that it is all about cleaning articles of natural fibers and not man-made ones.