Sorry to destroy your argument but all the other participants were using the same technology in their uniforms since they were provided uninforms from the same manufacturers .......that's just the way it is.
I find it ironic that only the U.S. team is wearing new gear from Under Armor and their performances have been dramatically reduced. If I were one of the athletes, I would definitely demand the IOC allow a change in skate suit..............
Maybe they should be required to skate naked.