EDMONTON – It has been dubbed the most unique downhill race in the Canadian Longboard Circuit. The fifth annual High Level Downhill Longboard race was held Saturday afternoon.
The one kilometre long track gives riders the opportunity to test their skills in Edmonton’s river valley on one of the fastest and most technical courses in North America.
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The course is so unique, people come from across the world to participate.
Organizers say even though longboarding can look daunting, it’s a great sport that continues to grow.
“You see families come out, they’re taking their kids here and that’s something we want to go for, you know,” says organizer Ivan Nguyen, “We’re trying to break away from the skateboard norm and let everyone know that longboarding is a universal sport. A lot of people for different walks of life, they join us, they skate with us and it’s a great thing.”
The competition continues Sunday, with a 20 kilometre race.
In all, $5,000 in prizes Will be given away over the course of the weeekend.
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