Swimsuit spinners are not for me anymore!

General Forum
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I swim regularly at my health club and usually have the pool to myself. Recently, while showering after my swim, I kept hearing the swimsuit spinner being used. The odd thing was, I was the only person in the pool that day. Curious, I checked, and sure enough, a guy was using the spinner for his sweaty gym clothes. He quickly grabbed his stuff and left when he saw me.

Now, I can’t stop thinking about all the germs and sweat that might transfer to my swimsuit if I use it. I’ve decided to avoid it entirely and just wring out my suit by hand.

Consider this a heads-up if you swim at a gym. Stay cautious out there!

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Your swimsuits will probably last longer without using the spinner.

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Sky said:
Your swimsuits will probably last longer without using the spinner.

Is the spinner really that bad for suits? I hadn’t heard that before.

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Lin said:

Sky said:
Your swimsuits will probably last longer without using the spinner.

Is the spinner really that bad for suits? I hadn’t heard that before.

Yes, the spinning action can stretch the fabric and weaken the fibers over time. If you swim casually, it might not be a big issue, but frequent use can wear them out faster.

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At my gym, the spinner is broken most of the time anyway. So no temptation there!

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Lennon said:
At my gym, the spinner is broken most of the time anyway. So no temptation there!

I’ve never even seen one in real life. Sounds like I’m not missing out.

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The thought of those spinners grosses me out. I just wrap my suit in a towel and let it dry at home.

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I had a similar experience at my gym—someone used the spinner for their shoes! Since then, I’ve been avoiding them. Wringing out my suit and packing it wet is much less gross.

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Blaze said:
I use a triathlon bag with a waterproof section for wet gear. It’s super handy, and I don’t have to deal with spinners at all.

I use a baby changing bag with a waterproof compartment. Works like a charm!

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I switched to briefs when I started swimming. They’re easy to squeeze out by hand, and I never felt the need for a spinner.

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Avoiding the spinner is a good call. I don’t like the idea of sharing germs or stray hairs with strangers.

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Tal said:
Avoiding the spinner is a good call. I don’t like the idea of sharing germs or stray hairs with strangers.

I once saw a spinner full of hairs. Since then, I always check it first—but honestly, I don’t trust them anymore.

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I found a disposable swim diaper in the spinner at my pool. It was used. Never again.

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Swimsuit spinners tend to smell bad and damage suits. Just roll your suit in a towel to get most of the water out, and then pack it.

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Swimsuit spinners can wreck your suit material over time. Definitely better to skip them.