subject: No Bad Weather, Only Bad Gear [print this page] One morning while getting ready for a particularly cold bike ride, it was hard to muster up the enthusiasm to go out in the cold. Complaining to a friend about the extreme weather she quipped, "there is no such thing as bad weather, only bad gear".
That profound statement holds true for any sport. Good sporting equipment can improve any game, bolster confidence, keep you comfortable, and make your passions more enjoyable. Think about skiing, running and golf. The equipment is vital to your success.
Can you imagine world-class skiers using wooden skis, and wearing only blue jeans? While this was par for the course several years ago, it wouldn't fly today. The technology of skis allows skiers to fly down the hills with precision and control. The high-tech clothes allows them to stay toasty warm all day despite frigid temperatures and high performance poles, boots and aerodynamic helmets all add up a breathtaking spectator sport where winners and losers are determined by hundredths of a second. Names like Solomon, Rossignol, Atomic, Dynastar, Elan, K2, and line have been the standard for years in the ski world.
Running requires less equipment than skiing or golf but proper running attire is still imperative to shave those seconds off the clock and arrive at the finish line in one piece. A new runner may hit the streets in a cotton tee shirt and basketball shorts only to find out a few miles later that chaffing and severe rub burns have occurred. Modern running clothes like Oasics, Nike, North Face, Puma, and Brooks have kept runner comfortable for hours while they pound the streets. Companies such as Wigwam have developed socks that wick moisture keeping the runners feet dry and blister free.
The world of golf is a highly competitive arena. The best equipment can't make a poor player expert but it can improve your came immensely. Legendary names in the world of golf are Callaway golf equipment, Titleists, TaylorMade, and Ping. Every golfer understands that having perfectly weighted clubs custom made for your exact height and swing can greatly improve every stroke. While the perfect TaylorMade or Callaway golf clubs can't insure a hole in one they can take some of the inconsistencies out of play.
No bad weather, just bad gear, is a motto to live by. Prepare, work, gain proper attitude and go out and conquered the storms blowing! From Rossignol skis to Nike running gear and Callaway golf equipment the best equipment does improve your comfort, confidence, and performance.
