I just realized the Olympics are happening in a few months and they are within driving distance. I have memories of going to several events during the 1984 games as a small kid, and loving the experience. Is there any chance this late in the game that I could get tickets to some events like speed skating or ski jumping? Are scalpers the only option at this point? Are hotels already well-booked? [more inside]
posted by mathowie on Oct 9, 2009 - 12 answers

Can someone just tell me what time the men's Olympic basketball game is on? [more inside]
posted by caroljean63 on Aug 21, 2008 - 5 answers

Olympic beach volleyball uniforms: Why are the women wearing bikinis? [more inside]
posted by caroljean63 on Aug 9, 2008 - 39 answers

I'm 24. Let's say I wanted to have a shot at the Olympics, in any sport, at some point in the future. Are my chances over? Is there a sport I could start now, dedicate the next few years to, and become good enough to be a contender? What sport should that be? (I'm not picky.) [more inside]
posted by melodykramer on Aug 3, 2008 - 66 answers

I would like to read some blogs about the Olympics. Can you recommend any? [more inside]
posted by exceptinsects on Jul 3, 2008 - 9 answers

Who Made The Bobsleds For The 1932 U.S. Olympic Team? [more inside]
posted by philmas on Aug 9, 2006 - 9 answers

Where can I find online/downloadable video clips of Nadia Comaneci's "Perfect 10" gymnastics routines from 1976? The TV networks sometimes show tiny bits of the footage during women's gymnastics events, but I've never seen any of the routines all the way through.
posted by Asparagirl on Aug 20, 2004 - 12 answers

UKFilter: Where can I find a list of Olympic qualifiers for the UK track team (womens)? I found plenty of information online -- but no comprehensive list.
posted by RavinDave on Aug 5, 2004 - 2 answers