This time we’re heading to one of Latvia’s most beautiful places, Gaiziņkalns National Park. It’s also where you’ll discover the highest point in Latvia.
This time, our & Downhill.lv event saw a remarkable turnout of participants – a record-high 111 from four different countries, who battled it out on three specially made tracks. Adding an unexpected twist, the weather decided to join in too, soaking the third run. This led to unexpected crashes, keeping everyone in suspense right up to the finish line.
And it wasn’t just the race riders who had a blast. The spectators, armed with all sorts of noise-making gadgets, lined the race tracks, injecting their energy. They also joined in the classic “run for beer” challenge and gave the slip’n’slide a try.
A special mention goes to the young riders – they turned up in impressive numbers and showcased incredible speed, even faster than other more experienced riders. As tracks were made for everyone, with all hard elements able to ride around, hobby and master class beginner riders could have their own challenges down the hill.
Overall, it was a fun day for everyone. We really hope that this could be a good tradition to meet up, ride bikes, and enjoy the nice hospitality of Gaiziņkalns.
Looking forward to seeing all of you again next year!
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