derek bomar

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derek bomar

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Wed, Feb 17, 2010 4:48 PM Feb 17, 2010 4:48 PM

why don't they wear the wind-resistant suits that skiers (sp?) wear when they are competing in a race? They wear these baggie "hipster" clothes (to play off another thread) and it would seem one person would wise-up and go aerodynamic on their ass...

Feb 17, 2010 4:48pm

Scarlet_Buckeye

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Scarlet_Buckeye

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Wed, Feb 17, 2010 4:52 PM Feb 17, 2010 4:52 PM

Yeah that really is a good point. The answer probably has to do with sponsors (and money). One would think something more "aero-dynamic" would really provide a significant advantage over the competition.

Feb 17, 2010 4:52pm

raiderbuck

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raiderbuck

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Wed, Feb 17, 2010 5:23 PM Feb 17, 2010 5:23 PM

Because it's not cool

Probably the same reason why skate boarder contine to wear shorts and short sleeve shirts (even with pads) instead of pants. It's not a part of the culture I guess.

Feb 17, 2010 5:23pm

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Wed, Feb 17, 2010 5:31 PM Feb 17, 2010 5:31 PM

why would skateboarders where pants/long sleeves...they'd rip them if they fell

Feb 17, 2010 5:31pm