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In reply to the discussion: Winter Olympics 'penis-gate' sparks anti-doping concerns [View all]Tasmanian Devil
(234 posts)24. Turning into a wing
Indeed, I guess the sport mostly consists of your ability to conform to a 'wing' to float down the hill and catch as much air as possible. There's a tradeoff between wanting minimal air resistance during the slide down the ramp and then maximum wing-shape once you're airborne.
I wonder if the physics are understood enough to come up with a fair handicap system. To normalize the distance based on height/weight .. maybe profile
Sure looks like fun! And maybe something to try once my dementia has increased enough to allow me to believe I'd survive!
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Huh. My, uh, friend's penis enlargement kit didn't even mention the improved ski jump aerodynamics. nt
sl8
Feb 2026
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One photo caption I saw read: "The Frenchman's intrusive baguette cost him a clearance."
Beartracks
Feb 2026
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