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[–] [email protected] 2 points 4 days ago* (last edited 4 days ago) (1 children)

For the sake of argument, maybe the balls are not insulated to improve radiant cooling. Who wants sweaty balls in space?

[–] [email protected] 2 points 4 days ago (1 children)

But then, shouldn't the crotch of the suit be black to further improve emission?

[–] [email protected] 4 points 4 days ago (1 children)

You're underestimating just how brave astronauts need to be. A second reason there's less padding there: to make room.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 4 days ago

This is the best theory.