A company has unveiled a dashing new sportswear line for racing camels, designed to make them train better and recover faster.
The fetching lycra-style outfits have been introduced by Al Shibla Middle East.
The company, based in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, say they believe the range will
catch on in the highly-competitive world of camel racing.
“The full body suit can help racing camels run faster, while the cream
of the species entered into camel beauty contests will have the ability
to stand taller after using the suit,” the firm says.
Anne Wolter, a partner at the firm and also head of research, said her
company has already received interest from representatives of major
stables.
Camel breeder Sultan Al Ketbi, 34, who is already using the suits, said: “In such a competitive sport it can give you the edge you need.” Al Shibla chairwoman Birgit Maria Kemphues said stables from across the GCC have been impressed and are already sitting down with the firm to arrange orders.
She said: “The suits help to activate blood flow and thus improve
performance.”
The outfits are primarily designed for wearing during transport – when
camels typically lose a lot of weight due to stress hormones working
overtime. Some stables intend to use them in training too. And while at
present customs dictate that the animals do not race in any outfit, Al
Shibla said that may soon change.
Camel breeder Sultan Al Ketbi, 34, who is already using the suits, said: “In such a competitive sport it can give you the edge you need.” Al Shibla chairwoman Birgit Maria Kemphues said stables from across the GCC have been impressed and are already sitting down with the firm to arrange orders.
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