A black-and-white photo of a person mid-air in a Superman-style body suspension pose, supported by multiple hooks in their back and legs, smiling joyfully toward the camera. They are suspended horizontally in a large indoor space with high ceilings and visible rigging. A group of onlookers—some seated, some standing—watch with expressions of admiration, amusement, and support. The atmosphere is lively and communal, capturing a moment of shared experience and transformation.

It is so a real sport!

This is the first curling tattoo I’ve seen.

Do you have a sports-themed tattoo? Send it to me!

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2 responses to “It is so a real sport!”

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    Posted on 12-13-2005 10:25:41 by toxic_sunset
    I was just watching that on tv in the winter olympics. It looks so weird!

    Posted on 12-13-2005 16:07:06 by glowimperial
    Sure it’s a real sport. Is this an international logo that is used to represent curling, or is it a custom design?

    Posted on 12-15-2005 03:44:37 by besynnerlig
    i think it is a custom design…. like the little dude on the toilet signs secret hobby… heh

    Posted on 03-27-2006 02:18:57 by Candice
    Curling is one true sport, and you might think it looks easy, but it can be so damn hard, it is definitely not for pussies!

    Posted on 04-16-2006 21:53:45 by Kimberly
    I’m a curler in agreement that it’s definitely hard… And I’m getting a curling tattoo soon…I’ve seen a few, including one that two of the guys (who are great guys) on the US Olympic team have.

  2. livlalina Avatar
    livlalina

    curling? like in canada?

    oh…i thought he was chasing a burger.

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