In most summer games, the only thermo-regulation issue is how to keep the athletes cool. With the games in September, in the Southern Hemisphere's early spring, temperatures could range pretty drastically. Warmth became an issue as well. An athlete's frame of mind is so critical to performance. Rowers in sleek Nike garb will take with them a design inspired by superheroes.
Softball players get streamlined and sophisticated.
Runners appear to be exploding forward. Beach volleyball players reflect surf culture with an attitude. All these designs take their individual sport's aesthetic into the new century. Unfortunately, you will not be able to buy any of these uniforms for yourself during or after the games. Their learnings and innovations from this project will influence Nike apparel for years to come.