Name: T1 Speedtube*
Brand: METAGOOGLE
SKU: ST3_1
Price: 300.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Learn About T1 Wetsuits

T1 Pullover Thickness Chart

2mm GreenGoma™ #8 Rubber with Yamamoto SCS™ (Super Composite Skin) for maximum buoyancy without compromising speed.

T1 Bibjohn Thickness Chart

Stretchy 5mm thick rubber starts at the ankles, goes up to the crotch and around the sides of the hips to float the legs and hips more than any other wetsuit.

T1 Pullover & Bibjohn Combined

Combined 4mm of thickness around the torso.

Customer Reviews

Based on 29 reviews Average Rating 5.00 stars out of 5

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Jim Stephens J. S. Jim S.
25-08-2024

So Easy!

For a bigger guy like myself the speed tube has been a life saver. I get to the reservoir, throw it on with no effort, and hit the water as happy as a clam.
William Kellar W. K. William K.
05-07-2024

Speedtube Great in Cold Sea Water

Have been wearing them training in 61-64 degree water off the New England coast. I love the added flotation and speed. I barely need to kick (freestyle) as this wetsuit “reorients” the plane of my body making me more parallel to the ocean floor. My only concern is, due to the extra hefty neoprene gauge, I may get over-heated in warmer water temps….I have a 2 mile ocean swim next week across Narragansett Bay where the water temperature is predicted at 68 to 72*…but its already 69 currently. Over 72-73 degrees I may have to go to Plan B….but I still love this item!
Don D. Don
25-07-2023

Perfect product for anyone who trains in the open water!

I've been racing for 20+ years, and train exclusively in the open water during the summer, mostly solo in a lake. I've been using the speed tube for well over 10 years and it has never disappointed. Keeps me in the "wetsuit" position when a wetsuit would be way too hot for a 45-min swim in high-70 degree water. Not only is it comfortable, but its bulletproof durable! Before i "discovered" DeSoto wetsuits, I went through 4 or 5 full suits from other brands (team sponsorships.) The others all ended up tearing somewhere, or a zipper breaks, etc., even though I would only use the full suits once or twice a month for races. I've used the speed tube 3-4 times a week for many years! Early in the season i'll throw on the sleeveless or the full sleeve T1 top if the water temp is low. Those have all held up as well, as good as the day I bought them! Absolute genius invention and perfect product for anyone who consistently trains & races in open water. And oh by the way, if you ever have a product issue or question, the owner of the company will email you or call you -- Emilio stands by his products, and his devotion to quality, his customers, and to the sport, is obvious and evident.
William Thomas Kircher W. T. K. William T. K.
08-07-2023

Two piece wetsuits are just what I needed and have used for over 10 years

Great news for this older adult-onset swimmer. The 5mm thickness correctly aligns my body with high hips and legs. The two-piece suit means I never need help to get the wetsuit on. Older and less flexible shoulders don't care for messing around with those zip up one-piece wetsuits that normally require help from another person. Most of my weekend training swims at the state park beach area is done early in the am and by myself. Durability? I have a speed tube from 10 years ago that still functions as designed. I usually swim in the lake 8-10 times a month from Mid May to the end of September when the beaches close. That is nearly 400 swim sessions in my older speed tube.
Alfred A. Alfred
27-06-2023

My most used neoprene product

I love my speedtube! - Openwater swimming in decent warm water: A bit extra heating in water temperatures around 20 Celsius - gives the feeling of swimming without wetsuit, with extra security and speed as a full wetsuit. - Using it in "cold" pools and many water activities when it's a bit too cold with only the swimming trunk. (Playing with the kids in cold waters, SUP-board etc). After 15 years active use I need to buy a new one....
Royce R. Royce
15-01-2023

Great product and awesome value

I have been looking for a new wetsuit. I currently own a few high end one piece long sleeve and sleeveless, however I don’t like the tightness that they create in my shoulders, I feel like there is extra pressure due to my height (198cm and 110kgs). I thought I would try the T1 Speedtube long pants. I bought the size 7 and like the stretch and fit. I gave them a run today and dropped 10 sec per hundred from 1min 30sec to 1min 20sec per hundred. Next purchase will be the sleeveless vest. If you are not happy with the fit of your wetsuit I would definitely give DeSoto a try.
Jeff J. Jeff
27-06-2022

Great Product

I hate the restriction of a full suit on my swimming so I gave the speedtube a shot. It fit and worked great. I would recommend to any ocean swimmer who wants to add a little warmth and buoyancy to his/her swim.
Anonymous A. Anonymous
27-12-2021

They work.

They work well.
Timothy Lail T. L. Timothy L.
22-10-2021

Excellent Product

Works fantastic!
Timothy Rayner T. R. Timothy R.
01-10-2021

T1 Speedtube

This is my second T1 Speedtube. I had one for years that I just eventually wore out, probably by letting the ocean water eat it away. There was no question that I was going to replace it with the same thing. I get plenty of lower body buoyancy, and plenty of warmth. I've worn this without anything on top through several winters in La Jolla, and it does the trick.
Anonymous A. Anonymous
11-09-2021

Perfect

I get extremely claustrophobic in a wetsuit and usually end up unable to breathe or wheezing. I’ve been wearing swim skins instead. I decided to give these a try to give myself the wetsuit edge most other triathletes have, and I couldn’t be happier. These provide the perfect leg flotation and balance with non of the concern for upper body constriction—and are MUCH faster to strip than a full suit. I’m so happy DeSoto provide a two piece option.
joseph Koppel J. K. joseph K.
19-07-2021

t1 speedtube

love it...my second one. terrific hands on service
Anonymous A. Anonymous
02-05-2021

great experience

So, i’m one of those people that panics in wetsuits. In preparation for my first 70.3 Iron, I stumbled upon the speed tube and vest. WOW. It was fantastic. Swimming in the open water without any panicky thoughts, I simply didn’t think that was possible. Fast swim split, to boot! Next race is an Ironman, you can bet I’ll be wearing my speed tube and vest!