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APPETITE FOR CONSTRUCTION: At Red Bull Rampage, the most infamous freeride mountainbike event on the planet, riders and teams build their own runs, walking a fine line between death-defying and deadly.

Authors :
VANDERBILT, TOM
Source :
Outside. Jan/Feb2024, p64-69. 6p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The Red Bull Rampage is a freeride mountain bike event held in Utah, where riders and teams construct their own runs within the challenging landscape. The event is known for its death-defying stunts and has generated both awe and concern. The article also mentions the environmental impact of the event and the use of water to create and ride the features. It is an all-male event, and the company has postponed its women's event called Formation. The article focuses on the difficult "Battleship" feature and highlights the teamwork, experience, and intuition required by riders and builders. Wind and other environmental factors are also important considerations. Overall, the Red Bull Rampage is described as a challenging and strategic event that demands skill and careful planning. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
02781433
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Outside
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
174333368