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Speed, Style and Stunts in the Summer Sun Adrenalin charged enthusiasts - it’s that time of year
again
The sky is the limit this summer as Clapham Common hosts the Sprite Urban
Games on Friday 23rd – Sunday 25th July 2004. The 3-day spectacular sees
high-energy action from leading UK and international skaters, BMX, Freestyle
Moto-X riders and B-Boys (breakdancing). © ukhh.com 1999 - 2004
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The 6th annual Sprite Urban Games is back with a vengeance!
Top
name BMX and skate riders will go head to head on the newly designed
streetcourse. Created by legends Zach Shaw, Shaun Scarfe and skate expert
Pete Turvey, the course will be the best yet and is set to challenge all of
the riders.
The BMX dirt course will host the British leg of the European King of Dirt.
Expect to see some smooth flowing action from some of the best riders in the
world as they compete for the crown. The FMX (Freestyle Motocross) riders
will also show-off their tricks, propelling themselves 25ft sky high – the
only place it can be seen in London all year.
Don’t forget the riders dropping in and throwing inverted trickery on the
12ft vert ramp as this is probably the best collection of riders you will
see in the country all year. There’s both skate and BMX on the vert and in
previous years, we’ve enjoyed top pros such as Simon Tabron, Jocke Olsen and
Ali Cairns competing for the cash. This year the BMX vert is a qualifier for
the Gravity Games – one of the biggest action sports events in the world.
There are four places up for grabs, so expect to see some unbelievable
performances from riders striving to get to the US. If that’ s not enough,
then some world-class riders will be competing on the flatland over the
three days, in what is probably the best flatland comp of the summer.
The B-Boys are set to rock the Common when the European Freestyle Session is
held in the UK for the very first time. Taking place in an arena that is a
third bigger than last year, the crew battles will commence to find the
winners who can spin, lock and pop themselves all the way to the World
Championships in Japan! UK freestylers will compete on the Friday and the
International 2 on 2 competition is on Sunday – always a crowd pleaser!
New this year is the must-have AAA passes. This access all area pass
guarantees you a seat for every session of the B-Boy action and a reserved
area at the streetcourse- all for just an extra £10. Get in quick – they’re
sure to go fast, and are only available in advance.
Scared
of a skateboard? No need to worry - ‘Have a Go Friday’ is the answer.
Athletes will be on hand at the public streetcourse for the next generation
of talent, giving tips and advice. The Sprite Public Streetcourse, where BMX
and skaters can try and emulate the pros will be open for the whole 3 days.
For any rider who cuts it a ‘ Sprite wildcard’ is on offer gaining entry
into the main comp.
To inject girl power, the Powerpuff Girls clinic will be on site to help the
ladies show off their gnarly tricks. Watch out boys – the girls are taking
over the ramps!
Whilst cruising the awesome Retail Zone, picking out the best gear from a
selection of the coolest brands and retailers, you can listen to the grooves
from the live bands and DJs – blasting their sounds over the Common.
It’s the ultimate summer weekend in a great location with extreme action, so
head down, grab a few drinks, chill out and enjoy the summer sun.
For further information please contact:
Alison or Steph at Radiator PR 0207 404 8264 or
E-mail alison@radiatorpr.com / steph@radiatorpr.com
Notes
• The Sprite Wildcard event is open to all skaters over the age of 16 or
under the age of 16 with their Guardian’s consent. All entrants must have
read and signed a disclaimer form before competing.
• Sprite is a registered trademark of ‘The Coca Cola Company’
Door Times:
Gates are open between 12noon and 6pm on Friday 23rd July and 10am and
8pm on Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th July. Last entry is 5:30pm. On the door
tickets are priced at £10 on Friday and £15 for Saturday & Sunday. Pre
bookers receive a £2 discount on Saturday and Sunday - £13
Tickets can be bought in advance from the ticket hotline number -0870 902
0444 or via the website
www.spriteurbangames.com
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