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Definition     TOP
 According to the NORBA competition guide, a downhill is "A time trial of sustained descending occurring between a start line and a finish line which is located at a lower altitude. Competitors typically depart the start line in timed intervals (i.e. 30 seconds)." Downhill races in the midwest are usually held at ski resorts and are generally very short, with times of 1 to 3 minutes being the most common. Despite their short length, racers attain speeds near 50mph at times. Suspension is a must in downhill racing, and dual suspension is the norm. Other downhill specific bike accessories include chain tensioners, raised stems, and raised handelbars.

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Example Courses     TOP

                       Cairns Austrailia Downhill
                         Course Length 2.5 kilometers
                         Single Track 800 meters
                         Double Track 1700 meters
                         Highest Point 320 metets
                         Finishing Height 20 meters
                         Average Grade 13 percent
                         Expected Time 4 to 4.5 minutes

                       Chateau-d'Oex, Switzerland
                         Course Length 3.950 meters
                         Single Track 24%
                         Wide Track 76%
                         Highest Point 1.670 metets
                         Slope 730 meters
                         Finishing Height 940 meters
                         Average Grade 10.5%
                         Expected Time 6.3 to 7 minutes
 

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