Posted on 01/10/2012 9:50:19 AM PST by WOBBLY BOB
The generic name for this mayhem is ice cross downhill, a label that reflects its blending of elements from skating, skiing and boardercross (snowboard racing). Crashed Ice, the title of this series of races, offers an additional nod to what happens to many of the racers. Falls are such a part of the race that competitors are required to wear full hockey or motocross protective gear.
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Your link has nothing but text...no vids. Gotta have vids.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZuU1hpGqLk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZyQUU5iTTTU
More Crashed Ice.
http://www.redbull.com/cs/Satellite/en_INT/Video/RED-BULL-CRASHED-ICE-2011-A-HISTORY-021242947571533
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