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Nike Vaporfly Running Shoe - unfair advantage akin to doping?
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Interesting. Saw a few headlines and pictures but delve into details until now. Note here is an article one can read as well.
https://nypost.com/2020/01/31/nikes-controversial-vaporflys-are-like-doping-critics-say/
I remember decades ago one was lucky to to go into a shoe depart or store and see more than a 1/2 models tops. My first actual running shoe was the Adidas Country with actual leather(on a running shoe). Maybe this is what the Olympics should do. Put out an approved list including manufacturer unless a competitor needs a medical shoe. Take Olympic funds to purchase the shoes for the competitors from poor countries.
That being said they've been complaining about swimsuits, skie equipment/clothing etc for decades now. In the end it will work itself out. Although not a huge Olympic fan some of the science and tech for these sports is unique and gives one a better understanding of the details like correct form, training or equipment.
https://nypost.com/2020/01/31/nikes-controversial-vaporflys-are-like-doping-critics-say/
I remember decades ago one was lucky to to go into a shoe depart or store and see more than a 1/2 models tops. My first actual running shoe was the Adidas Country with actual leather(on a running shoe). Maybe this is what the Olympics should do. Put out an approved list including manufacturer unless a competitor needs a medical shoe. Take Olympic funds to purchase the shoes for the competitors from poor countries.
That being said they've been complaining about swimsuits, skie equipment/clothing etc for decades now. In the end it will work itself out. Although not a huge Olympic fan some of the science and tech for these sports is unique and gives one a better understanding of the details like correct form, training or equipment.
Murrmurr
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Yeah, I remember when they banned the "shark-skin" body suit for swimming, but trunks are ok as long as they're some-inches above the knee.
I like the idea of using Olympic funds to equip competitors from poor countries...level the playing field. If there isn't a worldwide charity for that specific purpose, there should be. Shouldn't cause any controversy. It certainly wouldn't disqualify competitors as "pros", for example.