>I'm not sure if you're saying this tongue in cheek or not.. just in case you aren't...

I'm not serious. I'm pretty sure the article was joking too... I hope. Judging from the URL, the esteemed publication "Pants On Fire News".

>Gold is a very soft medal. Having a medal made of just gold would not be a good idea.

Yeah, that and its quite a bit heavier. I's hate to snap a little gymnasts neck lugging one of those on her.