What is the 'BEST' Winter Olympic event? - Page 2

glatt · 02-18-2010, 08:31 AM

The half pipe is entertaining, but the whim of the judges carries too much weight. I think it's no better than figure skating. I don't know the names of all these events but the snowboard race with 4 people on the track at a time is a hoot to watch.

I was watching the qualifying short track speed skating relay last night, and it looked like a mosh pit with all these people crowding on the ice tagging each other.

Clodfobble · 02-18-2010, 08:34 AM

Polar bear wrestling.

Oh, that's not an event yet? Pity.

lumberjim · 02-18-2010, 11:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by glatt

The half pipe is entertaining, but the whim of the judges carries too much weight. I think it's no better than figure skating. I don't know the names of all these events but the snowboard race with 4 people on the track at a time is a hoot to watch.

I was watching the qualifying short track speed skating relay last night, and it looked like a mosh pit with all these people crowding on the ice tagging each other.

snow cross, i think....or board cross when it's snowboarders. and Yeah, way cool. I have yet to see one live.....when is it on next?

lookout123 · 02-18-2010, 11:21 AM

winter olympics? no thanks. While I respect their dedication and athleticism I have no interest in any of those sports.

lumberjim · 02-18-2010, 12:25 PM

polling open

glatt · 02-18-2010, 12:40 PM

FYI, it's a multiple choice poll.

Cloud · 02-18-2010, 01:04 PM

too late.

lumberjim · 02-18-2010, 01:18 PM

ok...I FUCKED IT UP.

biathalon is there twice..... just use the cross country skiing part for that box.

squirell nutkin · 02-18-2010, 04:28 PM

I think the biathlon is the coolest because it is rooted in the spirit of the Olympic games. Plus there's guns. And it's extremely measurable; either you hit the target in the very very center or you don't.

This would also be an excellent event:
Rescuing the infant king.

Shawnee123 · 02-18-2010, 04:40 PM

Skiing: I followed the Claudine Longet Invitational closely.

Quote:

Jessica Antlerdance: That's right, Tom. But Helmut injured his ankle last month, and that's bound to affect his performance here today.

Tom Tryman: He caught an edge there, but he seems to be okay, he's in good shape.. actually, I think he's a little..

[ a shot rings out, as Helmut falls into the snow ]

Tom Tryman: Uh-oh! He seems to have been accidentally shot by Claudine Longet! Yes.. and I'm afraid Helmut Kindle is out of this race!

Jessica Antlerdance: Yes, it's a shame, but that's all part of the exciting world of professional skiing, Tom.

lumberjim · 02-18-2010, 04:50 PM

I HATE the commentators more this year than I usually do. I don't know if I'm just more hostile in my old age...or if they are being extra annoying

squirell nutkin · 02-18-2010, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Shawnee123

Skiing: I followed the Claudine Longet Invitational closely.

It looks like she might have changed her sport to Luge...

zippyt · 02-18-2010, 05:15 PM

the snow cross , the short track skaters Both should be able to have Spiked Elbow pads !!!
Blood on the snow !!!!

All the down hill skiing looks like fun , though I would die a Horrible death trying to do them .

Biathlon is Verry cool , but where is the Summer equivalent ?
Marathon with Firearms I say !!

Oh and the Luge and Skeleton look like a Blast !!
Except the Double Luge , that Just looks Ghay !!!

lumberjim · 02-18-2010, 05:51 PM

YEAH...the ambiguously gay duo prolly do that sport

Trilby · 02-19-2010, 08:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lumberjim

I HATE the commentators more this year than I usually do. I don't know if I'm just more hostile in my old age...or if they are being extra annoying

they are more annoying. watch with the sound off.

View Poll Results: which event most defines the Winter Olympics to you?
Downhill Skiing/slalom/ Super G	12	60.00%
Cross country skiing/ biathalon	2	10.00%
Biathalon	5	25.00%
Speed Skating	3	15.00%
Figure Skating/Ice Dancing	4	20.00%
Ski Jump	6	30.00%
Snowboard halfpipe	3	15.00%
Ice Hockey	3	15.00%
Luge/Bobsled/Skeleton	3	15.00%
Other (Curling/freestyle skiing/etc)	3	15.00%
Medal Award Ceremonies	0	0%
Opening/Closing Ceremonies	4	20.00%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 20. You may not vote on this poll

02-18-2010, 08:34 AM	#17
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02-18-2010, 11:21 AM	#19
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02-18-2010, 12:25 PM	#20
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02-18-2010, 01:04 PM	#22
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02-18-2010, 08:31 AM	#16
glatt ™ Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 27,717	The half pipe is entertaining, but the whim of the judges carries too much weight. I think it's no better than figure skating. I don't know the names of all these events but the snowboard race with 4 people on the track at a time is a hoot to watch. I was watching the qualifying short track speed skating relay last night, and it looked like a mosh pit with all these people crowding on the ice tagging each other.

02-18-2010, 12:40 PM	#21
glatt ™ Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 27,717	FYI, it's a multiple choice poll.

02-18-2010, 01:18 PM	#23
lumberjim I can hear my ears Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 25,571	ok...I FUCKED IT UP. biathalon is there twice..... just use the cross country skiing part for that box. __________________ This body holding me reminds me of my own mortality Embrace this moment, remember We are eternal, all this pain is an illusion ~MJKeenan

02-18-2010, 04:28 PM	#24
squirell nutkin has a second hand user title Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: in a Nut House Posts: 2,017	I think the biathlon is the coolest because it is rooted in the spirit of the Olympic games. Plus there's guns. And it's extremely measurable; either you hit the target in the very very center or you don't. This would also be an excellent event: Rescuing the infant king. Attached Images __________________ And now I'm finished posting. Last edited by squirell nutkin; 02-18-2010 at 04:39 PM.

02-18-2010, 04:50 PM	#26
lumberjim I can hear my ears Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 25,571	I HATE the commentators more this year than I usually do. I don't know if I'm just more hostile in my old age...or if they are being extra annoying __________________ This body holding me reminds me of my own mortality Embrace this moment, remember We are eternal, all this pain is an illusion ~MJKeenan

02-18-2010, 05:15 PM	#28
zippyt LONG LIVE KING ZIPPY! per Feetz Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Arkansas Posts: 7,661	the snow cross , the short track skaters Both should be able to have Spiked Elbow pads !!! Blood on the snow !!!! All the down hill skiing looks like fun , though I would die a Horrible death trying to do them . Biathlon is Verry cool , but where is the Summer equivalent ? Marathon with Firearms I say !! Oh and the Luge and Skeleton look like a Blast !! Except the Double Luge , that Just looks Ghay !!! __________________ "Success is getting what you want. Happiness is wanting what you get. " Brother Dave Gardner

02-18-2010, 05:51 PM	#29
lumberjim I can hear my ears Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 25,571	YEAH...the ambiguously gay duo prolly do that sport __________________ This body holding me reminds me of my own mortality Embrace this moment, remember We are eternal, all this pain is an illusion ~MJKeenan

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