Triathlon - Bathing Suits

Actually I'm looking for a "tanning" suit and have no intention of running around a beach in a small suit. I got board shorts last year that the whole family was comfortable being seen with me in. I'm canvassing though because I want a better tan line than board shorts provide and I beach alone early in the season - long story short I fit into a brief style suit size 38 but would be more comfortable in a 40. Anyone know a national chain retailer than carries a brief style suit in that size?

This is a brief, is that what you mean? Speedo makes it in a 40. Many malls have Speedo stores.

Or are you looking for something like, from J Crew?

Yes, that's the style. I'll look for Speedo Store but I don't recall seeing one. My local Dick's Sporting Goods only goes up to size 38 for this style. Not sure what JCrew carries.

I have seen them at Dicks, might just be a stock issue. Probably come and go.

Yes, that's the style. I'll look for Speedo Store but I don't recall seeing one. My local Dick's Sporting Goods only goes up to size 38 for this style. Not sure what JCrew carries.

Macys carries Speedo but I'd be surprised if their selection is that deep.