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Re:Eliud Kipchoge Breaks Two-Hour Marathon Barrier by mantap on Saturday October 12, 2019 @07:54AM (#21232324)
A device like google glass wouldn't be much heavier than their usual glasses.
Re:Eliud Kipchoge Breaks Two-Hour Marathon Barrier by gamblor956 on Saturday October 12, 2019 @01:05PM (#21234584)
There are specific limits on the size and functionality of sunglasses at sanctioned track and field events.

Some events don't even allow the use of Garmin watches (by elite runners) because they can be used for pacing.

Re:Eliud Kipchoge Breaks Two-Hour Marathon Barrier by andygates on Monday October 14, 2019 @06:37AM (#21246729)
Very much a non-elite runner here, but yeah, "run vs my previous best pace" is a standard mode and seeing "you are 12 seconds ahead and will finish with a time of xx:yy" is very, very motivating.
Re:Eliud Kipchoge Breaks Two-Hour Marathon Barrier by RandomBacon on Saturday October 12, 2019 @11:10AM (#21233736)
Every once counts. Also, it would be a pain to keep on while running.

Are there any ultramarathon runners that wear glasses while they run?

Re:Eliud Kipchoge Breaks Two-Hour Marathon Barrier by brantonb on Saturday October 12, 2019 @11:24AM (#21233843)
It’s very common to wear sunglasses in an ultramarathon. Runners usually also wear a vest to carry their water, food, safety gear, headlamp, etc.
Re:Eliud Kipchoge Breaks Two-Hour Marathon Barrier by sandermvanvliet on Saturday October 12, 2019 @12:22PM (#21234286)
Different sport altogether, it’s more the endurance so the pace is generally lower. Also you usually won’t have much support along the way so carrying water & food is pretty essential.