Olympic Torch and Torch Bearer Uniforms Unveiled
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Prince George, B.C.- Here they are, the design of the Olympic torch, and the uniforms for those will carry it.
International Olympic Committee president, Jacques Rogge, together with the federal minister for sport, Gary Lunn, Premier of British Columbia, Gordon Campbell and the two first torchbearers selected by Coca-Cola and RBC, Patricia Moreno and Caleb Taylor, unveiled the items today, one year before the 2010 games begin.
Torch Design
The white and grey 2010 Olympic Torch was inspired by the cool, crisp lines left in the snow and ice from winter sports. Made in Canada, the torch has a fluid and dynamic shape evoking Canadians’ sense of optimism.
Weighing 3.5 pounds with the fuel, the torch represents Canada’s vast land and the country’s enormous potential and numerous natural resources. A maple leaf cut-out on the torch is both a symbolic element as well as functional, serving as an air intake to feed the Olympic Flame. The Games motto With Glowing Hearts/Des plus brillants exploits is also engraved on the torch.
Bombardier and VANOC collaborated since 2007 on the torch design to ensure it was readily adaptable to the varied weather of Canadian winters. Other design considerations included making sure the torch is easy to carry, that the flame can easily be transferred between torches and can burn for at least 12 minutes. In addition, the flame must be visible in all weather conditions.
Torchbearer Uniform
A drawing of the 2010 Olympic Torchbearer uniform The torchbearer uniform was designed and manufactured by the Hudson’s Bay Company, a Vancouver 2010 National Partner. In keeping with Olympic Torch Relays tradition, the uniform is mainly white to symbolize peace and hope. The design also incorporates bright blues and greens, a colour palette inspired by the winter landscape of the Sea to Sky corridor between Vancouver and Whistler.
The diversity of the uniform allows it be worn during fall and winter, and is both stylish and comfortable. The uniform is made up of a jacket, pullover pants, toque and red mittens with maple leaf; a fun reference to Canada’s friendly and youthful personality. The Olympic Torch Relay staff and escort runners will also have their own and different uniform.
The Olympic Flame will be carried by 12,000 torchbearers in its 45,000 kilometre, 106-day journey from October 30, 2009 to February 12, 2010. The 2010 Olympic Torch Relay is presented by Coca-Cola and RBC and supported by the Government of Canada.
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Posted by: giterdun on February 12 2009 12:02 PM