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In response to "Steering is not an Olympic sport IMO. -- nm" by CrankYanker

What are your thoughts on Ski Jump? they don't even steer ... -- nm

Posted by Beryllium (aka grayman) Feb 13 '10, 10:29

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hmmm, I would have to put that in the same category. Both these are different than ice speed racing where the whole body is used for speed and - CrankYanker Feb 13, 10:33 3
- You realize they're not just letting the sled do the work, right? - Reagen Feb 13, 10:39
- So you're saying that it's not a sport, because they're only controling their aerodynamics and balance, and not exerting physical force? -- nm - Beryllium Feb 13, 10:36 1
  - in a nutshell, yes. -- nm - CrankYanker Feb 13, 10:37
they use the hands, body position and the boards to steer -- nm - Danedukenuuk Feb 13, 10:31 4
- Yes, and they balance gravity against speed to corner delicately and make good time. - Beryllium Feb 13, 10:33 3
  - I believe there's a difference between Olympic sports and other sports like car racing. Olympic sports should define an Olympian as - CrankYanker Feb 13, 10:37 2
    - My favourite olympic sport is Biathalon. It mixes the overall athleticism of skiing, with the precision required for target shooting. - Beryllium Feb 13, 10:41 1
      - Not "dissing" them, just think they belong in a different category. I enjoy watching them, they're exciting. -- nm - CrankYanker Feb 13, 10:47

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