Triple Extension vs. Catapult?

It seems like this debate comes up from time to time, and it sure seems to stir the pot.  It's pretty humorous actually that this continues to be debated given the biomechanical research that's gone into the pulling mechanics of the snatch and clean & jerk.

I'm not going to provide much commentary, because I want you to read the articles I've linked to and come up with your own conclusions.  The only thing I will say, is that I am not a fan of the catapult.  Feel free to make your comments and thoughts below.

The first article: "Pulling Technique in Weightlifting: The Tripple Extension vs. The Flatfooted/catapult".

The second article: "Weightlifting Mechanics vs. Weightlifting Technique: The Science and Art of Coaching and the State of US Weightlifting"

I also wanted to link to a website that holds all the publications and research done by Dr. John Garhammer.  John has done all the biomechanical and scientific research on the snatch and clean & jerk in the US.

Feel free to troll the Pendley Forum, where most of this debate has been fostered and developed as well.  It's worth the time. ;)

Lastly, I leave you with this quote: "You can have your own opinion, but you don't get to have your own facts." -Unknown