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Downhill Mountain Bike Races
Downhill mountain biking is a popular extreme sport that involves racing downhill on a specially designed mountain bike. There are several famous downhill cycling events around the world, including:
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Red Bull Rampage: Held annually in Virgin, Utah, Red Bull Rampage is one of the most prestigious and challenging downhill mountain biking events in the world. The event features riders performing death-defying stunts and tricks on a steep and rocky course.
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UCI Mountain Bike World Cup: The UCI Mountain Bike World Cup is a series of downhill mountain bike races held annually at locations around the world. The races attract top riders from around the world and offer a mix of challenging terrain and technical features.
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Crankworx: Crankworx is a mountain biking festival held annually in Whistler, British Columbia, that features a variety of events, including downhill races, slopestyle competitions, and freeride exhibitions. The festival attracts thousands of spectators and some of the top riders in the sport.
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Megavalanche: Megavalanche is a unique downhill mountain bike race held annually in Alpe d'Huez, France. The race starts at the summit of a glacier and features a steep and technical course that takes riders down the mountain to the finish line.
These events and others like them offer a thrilling showcase of the skills and athleticism of top downhill mountain bike riders and attract large crowds of spectators and fans.