Category Archives: Swim Lane Lines

Behind the Scenes: The Engineering and Design of State-of-the-Art Swim Lane Lines

November 20, 2023

Swim lane lines are an essential part of any competitive swimming pool, but have you ever wondered what goes into the design and engineering of this essential pool equipment? We will take you behind the scenes to explore the science and technology that make state-of-the-art Competitor swim lane lines possible. By exploring everything from the […]

The Physics of Swimming: How Water Resistance Impacts Performance

November 1, 2023

Anyone who says swimming isn’t a complex sport has never swam competitively. Competitive swimming requires the perfect combination and balance of strength, speed, and endurance. It also includes an often overlooked factor – physics. The physics of swimming can significantly impact a swimmer’s performance and their swim times. By understanding how water resistance works, you […]

Behind the Scenes: The Engineering and Design of State-of-the-Art Swimming Pool Lane Lines

June 20, 2023

In the world of competitive swimming, where every second counts, and the difference between victory and defeat can often be measured in mere fractions of a second. To achieve peak performance, swimmers and coaches alike understand the critical role of swimming pool lane lines in creating an optimal environment for training and competition. These unassuming […]

How to Clean Tile and Lane Lines for Swimming Pools

January 25, 2023

Most in-ground competitive swimming pools feature beautiful tile, custom lane lines, and professional race clocks. You can lose your reputation if you don’t maintain your pool parts. By properly cleaning tiles and line lines for swimming pools, you can increase the lifespan of your pool and ensure you’re ready for your next swim meet.  How […]

Swimming Lane Line Markings: What Do They Mean?

October 13, 2022

When swimmers compete, they can’t be slowed down by trying to find their location in the pool or risk hitting other swimmers along the way. That’s why in pools made for competitive swimming, lane line markings exist to help swimmers gauge where they are in the water. But what are the different types of swimming […]

Why You Should Customize Your Lane Line Storage Reels

August 11, 2022

When purchasing swimming lane lines, it’s not uncommon to also start shopping for lane line storage reels. Outside of competitions, you need a place to protect and store your lane lines from wear and tear. At Competitor, we understand that lane line storage reels are often an afterthought, but they don’t have to be. We […]

Pool Lane Dividers: How to Choose the Best for Your Program

July 25, 2022

When buying equipment for your aquatics program, it’s important to know that pool lane dividers, also known as swimming lane lines, are a key factor in helping swim teams find success in the water. Not only are they a required component for competitions but also help swimmers better navigate the pool as they compete. Competition-grade […]