Questions about the equipment used for a particular sport. This tag should always be combined with a tag for the specific sport in question.
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Is a Racing-Bike making creaking noises a sign of equipment damage? [migrated]
Last Sunday I noticed that my bike makes creaking noises (similar the hull of a ship, but on bicycle scale - imagine a rat making the sound "creak"). It seems to me that this is related to stressing ...
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If a player loses his footwear while scoring a goal will it be considered a legal goal?
Suppose a player loses his footwear accidentally while playing and then scores a goal without wearing his footwear. Will it be considered a legal goal?
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What is the best running headset [closed]
I would like to invest in a headset for running. My requirements would be as follows:
wired: working with Android devices and legacy MP3 players
both in-doors and out-doors
very stable: once set up, ...
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What can I do with a retired rope and harness? [migrated]
I've recently retired a rope (dynamic) and a harness.
They're both in very good shape, but just over 8 years old.
Common sense dictates I throw them away, but I wonder if there are other uses I can ...
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How are jersey numbers assigned in Cricket?
It is quite normal in international cricket matches(Test/ODI/T20) that players are having a particular Jersey number assigned to them. Some of the famous players such as Ricky Ponting always wears ...
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How to get rid of the smell from indoor climbing shoes?
When I go climbing indoors I typically wear my climbing shoes without socks because this gives me slightly better control over my feet while climbing which I particularly need in overhangs.
The ...
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What are differences between off-piste alpine skiing equimpments and in piste equipments?
I am a beginner in alpine skiing. It means I can ski parallel and now am trying to increase my speed plus avoiding awkward mistakes in turnings. I want to begin skiing in natural slops and off-piste. ...
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How important is racquetball ball freshness?
I'm a new racquetball player, playing once or twice a week. I'm not a power player nor do I play with many people who are. I noticed that balls sell in bulk for less than $1 each and was wondering if ...
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What is the correct turf for metal studs in rugby?
I have a pair of plastic cleats for practice and dirt fields for play. My question is when would I use metal studded cleats?
Only on rainy and muddy fields, or can/should I use them for also dirt ...
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How to choose your first tennis racket?
I'm in my third year of high school and planning to go out for the school's tennis team, without having ever played tennis before at all (hit the ball yes, played? no). I'd like to know which types of ...
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What is the difference between balls in Test and ODI Cricket?
In Test Cricket, the red colored ball is used while in ODI and T20I, the white colored ball is used. What is the difference between these balls (Apart from color)? Why are different balls used in ...
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What is the motivation behind short-sleeve jerseys in the NBA?
The Golden State Warriors introduced a basketball jersey with short-sleeves during the 2012-2013 NBA Season.
Traditionally, basketball jerseys have been without sleeves. What is the motivation ...
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What are the side effects/drawbacks of compression apparel?
I've been running for some time now and every now and then some friend tells me about the benefits of compression apparel.
They say it prevents premature fatigue by smartly, well, compressing the ...
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What are the differences between indoor, outdoor, and indoor/outdoor basketballs?
At times, when I play basketball, I notice some basektballs are labeled as "indoor", "outdoor", or "indoor/outdoor".
What are the differences between indoor, outdoor, and indoor/outdoor basketballs? ...
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What should I consider when buying a table tennis racquet?
I have an old paddle from my college days from over 10 years ago. It's starting to show some wear and tear most noticeably on the rubber (scratches, scuffs, etc.) due to poor maintenance and storage ...
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Any tips for sealing swimming goggles.masks and keeping water out?
I am having major problem with my goggles. I have 6 pairs of competitive and training grade goggles. If I use the tight low profile goggles when I swim (one hour everyday) I feel pressure above my ...
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How to transport airsoft gun(s) internationally?
With the increased security on international (and internal) flights in the last few decades, what is the best way to transport airsoft rifles and pistols between countries?
There are several large ...
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What bare minimum kit do I need to become an airsoft skirmisher?
If I wanted to get into airsoft as a player new to the sport, what would be the bare minimum kit I'd need to purchase before going to a game as a walk-on player that would ensure my weapon and I are ...
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Do folding cross country skis exist?
Do folding (or telescoping) cross-country skis exist and if so are they useable?
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If I want to use 0.3g BBs in my AEG, do I need to upgrade my gearbox?
As I understand it, upgrades to the gearbox usually give no real benefit to the range or accuracy, but might be required if there's too much strain on the lower-end stock gearbox (e.g. because of ...
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Set bindings back when riding in powder
I am riding a burton joystick 2011. Co2 bindings.
How far should bindings be set back when riding in powder?
Please note that the board has the burton channel.
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Did any tennis tournaments retain Rebound Ace after the Australian Open switched to Plexicushion?
From 1988 to 2007, the Australian Open used Rebound Ace surfaces. In mid-2007, the tournament organisers decided that from 2008, the tournament would instead be played on Plexicushion surfaces. From ...
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When is the new ball due for all forms of cricket?
Is there a standard time fixed in Test, ODI and T20 formats of Cricket, when a fielding side captain can ask for a new ball?
If the captain of the fielding side doesn't ask for a new ball, will he be ...
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Is it permissible to wear hand gloves while fielding in cricket?
Is it permissible for a fielder to wear hand gloves while fielding in cricket due to some climate conditions or infections?
we can see the football players wearing hand gloves while playing(but they ...
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In the game of basketball, does the net have any part of points scored?
In the game of basketball, does the ball just have to go through the hoop for the basket to count or does it have to pass through the net as well? I know this is an extreme rarity, but what happened ...
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What kind of shoes are suitable for a Novice/Sprint triathlon?
Next year in summer I want to take part in my first triathlon.
The distances will be 400m-750m swimming / 20km cycling / 2-5km running.
Are there shoes that work for cycling (with click system) and ...
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What are the advantages of football boots with blades rather than traditional studs?
Having seen various articles about football managers and coaches who believe bladed football boots to be a safety hazard and knowing that some football teams have banned their use, I was wondering ...
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Can I remold an packed out pair of boot liners?
I have a pair of snowboarding boots with a mold-able liner with about 4 seasons on them. They are high quality boots and the fit used to be amazing. My feet were totally happy at the end of the day, ...
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What advantages do long and belly putters have over traditional putters?
There has been controversy regarding anchored (belly, long, non-traditional, etc.) putters, to the point that the governing bodies of golf - the USGA, the R&A, etc. - are considering banning them ...
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Football Jersey Swapping
At the end of every game, the top players swap their jerseys with opposition players.
Why is this done?
When and how did this tradition of jersey swapping start?
Is it mandatory for the players to ...
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Jersey numbers in NCAA basketball
I noticed that jersey numbers in NCAA basketball are confined between 0-5 (for both digits). There seem to be no jerseys with numbers between 6-9 (for both digits). I can imagine the practice of ...
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What do composite basketballs offer over leather basketballs?
What do composite basketballs offer over leather basketballs? I notice the designs are slightly different, and composite basketballs would not have to be broken in and can maintain itself better than ...
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Why do soccer balls have different panel patterns on them?
Why do certain soccer balls have different panel patterns on them? Is there controversy between each style? Which leagues and or tournaments use each style?
For example, see the pictures below...
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Name of the Rope used to Tie Climbers Together
Does anyone know if there's a technical term for the rope/method which climbers / mountaineers use to tie themselves together (i.e. climbers tie in, then if one falls the others self-arrest to prevent ...
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Why are there dimples on the surface of golf balls and how do they function?
I'm not a big golfer, but many people in my family play the sport, so I'm constantly surrounded by golf equipment and lingo. I've always wondered why the golf balls being used have "dimples" on the ...
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Cricket Bat Specifications
Are there any restrictions for the height and width of the blade and handle of a cricket bat.
I noticed that some players are using bats with short blades(Mongoose).
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Is it possible to fix a skate's cracked toe cap?
A few weeks ago, in the dressing room after a game of ice hockey, I noticed that my right skate's toe cap got cracked. Being a defenseman, I probably blocked a shot that hit a weak point or something, ...
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What are the differences between Karting shoes?
Looking for a Karting (racing) shoe for a 15 year old. Some have high-tops while others have a low profile.
Some high-tops do not have a cut out above the heel. Would a cut out be beneficial or not? ...
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Interpreting table tennis racket stats
I have always been confused by the stats system that is used to rate table tennis rackets. Some companies use a three dimensional scale as: "speed", "control", "spin"; while other companies use other ...
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Why did a swimmer wear a swim cap with someone else's name?
Yesterday, in the 200m freestyle qualifying heat, Nimrod Shapira Bar-On (from Israel) wore a swim cap with another person's name.
Why?
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Why do Michael Phelps and some other swimmers wear two caps?
Just now I saw Michael Phelps competing in the 400m Medley heats (London Olympics 2012). After he finished the race, I saw him take off two caps. I can imagine that a swimmer uses one, but what is the ...
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How do fabrics, impermeability, buoyancy, and swimwear length enhance a swimmer's performance?
In 2008, Speedo launched the LZR Racer, a high-tech swimwear. Since high-tech swimwear were launched, over 130 world records have been broken.
As a result, FINA, the International Swimming ...
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How does golf technology compensate for the “groove rule” for golf clubs?
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Can V-grooves replicate the performance of U-grooves via golf technology? In other words: How does golf technology compensate for the "groove rule" for golf clubs?
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The United ...
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How long should I expect a golf glove to last before wearing out?
I currently play with a Nike DuraFeel golf glove on my leading hand. It's practical, it works, and it fits "like a glove" (as in perfectly; not too tight but nothing to spare). Sometimes I'll glove ...
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What are those blue stripes or patches on Balotelli's back?
I've seen a lot of players with those blue stripes or patches like Balotelli wore in the Italy - Germany Euro 2012 semi-final:
What are those stripes / patches/ tapes?
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How do different skate wheel setups affect performance?
I've seen inline skates (for speed skating mostly) in a wide variety of set-ups w/r/t wheel diameter:
OOOO: 4x100; 4x110 (typical)
OOO: 3x110 (a Powerslide model)
OOoO: 3x100+1x90; 3x110+1x100 ...
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Tennis racquet size
I am in the market for a new tennis racquet and have been out of the loop for a while. When I bought my last racquet the oversized heads were all the rage but now they seem to have returned back to a ...
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When selecting a bow, how can I find out what a good poundage for me would be?
I currently have a 30 pound bow which is rather light for me, and I'd like to purchase a new one. I'm guessing 45-50#, but I'm not sure. I'm thinking 60# would probably be too heavy (trying to ...
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Pros/cons: custom build rackets (for hobby/casual players) [closed]
I'm considering whether or not it's worth the time or the money to invest in getting parts and put together a racket for a hobby/casual player. I am not horrible in the sport but it's pretty obvious ...
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How does 'airbreak' work on airsoft guns?
I'm a rookie in the sport of Airsoft and have heard of airbreak feature installation but still couldn't figure out how it works.
It is known to be used for making the Airsoft gun more silent, but I ...
