When it comes to mountain bike races, few are as crazy as the Red Bull 5000 Down, which took place in Whistler, British Columbia last weekend. The race begins with a mass start at the top, and all 250 riders in a mad dash to the finish line. Mix in some snow and fog, and you have all the conditions you need for wild event. Check out the video below for a glimpse of the fun.
Thanks to the Wend Blog for tipping me off to this. I’d never seen this race before. Crazy!
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What a ridiculous concept. Not to mention dangerous.
Crazy! Wonder what the death rate will be after a couple of years!