“The full body suit can help racing camels run faster, while the cream of the species entered into camel beauty contests will have the ability to stand taller after using the suit,” the firm says. Anne Wolter, a partner at the firm and also head of research, said her company has already received interest from representatives of major stables.
Camel breeder Sultan Al Ketbi, 34, who is already using the suits, said: “In such a competitive sport it can give you the edge you need.” Al Shibla chairwoman Birgit Maria Kemphues said stables from across the GCC have been impressed and are already sitting down with the firm to arrange orders.
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She said: “The suits help to activate blood flow and thus improve performance.” The outfits are primarily designed for wearing during transport – when camels typically lose a lot of weight due to stress hormones working overtime. Some stables intend to use them in training too. And while at present customs dictate that the animals do not race in any outfit, Al Shibla said that may soon change.
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Oh gods balls.. I cycle thousands of miles a year and I don't wear lycra because.. that's what we look like. There is a term: MAMIL (pronounced mammal) Middle Aged Man In Lycra.
Heh heh!
Lycra-clad gentlemen aren't welcome in an 'iconic' pub in Perth, Australia, also.
Apparently.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EC90nu1WvNA
Given that the Australians also coined the term "budgie smuggler" I suspect safety isn't the issue they were concerned about, well, other than "My Eyes!"
if I had a speed camel, he'd surely be lycra bound
I'm now left wondering how you get that on a camel. That can't be fun for anyone involved.
Yes, that had crossed my mind too, Ratz.
The other thing is that camels don't smell great at the best of times. I can't imagine being wrapped in lycra would improve their personal hygiene.
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