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Lead Stories: Saturday, November 22, 2008

Medals Unveiled for Paralympic Games of 2008

Posted November 14th, 2007 at 1:00 PM by Martha Jones

Section: News & Results, Olympics

2008 paralympic games beijing medals gold silver bronze The Beijing Organizing Committee for the Games of the XXIX Olympiad (BOCOG) is honored to unveil the medals for the Paralympic Games of 2008.

Leading officials of BOCOG and the China Disabled Persons’ Federation, representative of athletes with a disability and representatives of the Beijing 2008 Paralympic medal sponsor BHP Billiton attended today’s press conference as mock-ups of the medals for the Paralympic Games of 2008 were on display at the Beijing Olympic Media Center.

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IAAF President Praises London 2012 Olympic
Stadium Design

Posted November 12th, 2007 at 11:25 AM by Martin Kennedy

Section: News & Results, Track & Field, Olympics

lamine diack iaaf president The President of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) has praised the designs of the London 2012 Olympic Stadium.

President of the IAAF Mr Lamine Diack said: ‘The designs for the 2012 Olympic stadium indicate a secure future for the Olympics’ number one sport in the British capital.

‘London’s successful bid for the 2012 Games had legacy at its heart, and in particular, the need to provide sustainable venues and projects, as part of a vision of the city’s future development.

‘In turn, the sport of Athletics, whose rules and heritage owe so much to Great Britain, has been in desperate need for a world class competition facility in London, to showcase the sport in the UK, especially for international events such as the annual IAAF Super Grand Prix.

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Podcast 5: Interview w/ Daniel Talbott, inventor of Velocy

Posted January 26th, 2007 at 12:00 PM by Adam Jacobs

Section: Gear & Apparel, Running Shoes, Special Features, Interviews, Podcasts

I had the opportunity to interview Daniel Talbott, inventor and owner of Velocy footwear.

Velocy, a new manufacturer of running shoes, is attempting to revolutionize the industry with their “Forward Gravity” technology. Daniel and his team used this technology to develop running shoes that focus on the forefoot; unlike traditional models that concentrate on the heel.

Download the podcast to hear Daniel explain how Velocy’s radically different and innovative design can improve your performance, help prevent injuries and enable you to Move with Gravity!

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Host: Adam Jacobs
Guest: Daniel Talbott
Producer: Greg Cherniet
Music: Ryan Ahlwardt & Darnell Perkins
File size: 8.74MB
Length: 00:12:43