Gravity East expands dual slalom companion series

Gravity East's previously-announced dual slalom series, to be run in conjunction with some of the organization's popular downhill races, has been expanded to seven events for 2009 with the addition of the event at Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington, New York. The dual slalom events will comprise a parallel companion series to the Gravity East Downhill races with the dual slalom riders competing for their own separate points championships.

The events will typically be held the evening before the accompanying downhill, following the downhill practice/inspection runs. The schedule provides the opportunity for riders to take home extra prizes without any additional travel expenses. Perhaps more importantly, though, the dual slalom will help racers entertain their peers according to Gravity East Director Daniel McDonald,

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