FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
U.S. Open of Mountain Biking event organizers announced today that a new unique photography discipline has been added to the event roster for 2008. In addition to the donwhill and dual slalom disciplines, a RedBull Sharpshooters event will compliment the U.S. Open action simultaneously. Photographers from across the globe will be capturing the energy and spirit of the U.S Open and competing for a high-end, all expenses paid trip (including photo credentials) to RedBull Rage, a progressive freeride competition in Virgin, Utah!
Photographs from the event will be judged live at the official RedBull SharpShooters party and athletes and riders alike are encouraged to attend what promises to be a memorable occasion.
The 2008 U.S. Open of Mountain Biking presented by Freelap USA will take place May 23-25th at Diablo Freeride Park in Vernon, New Jersey. Over 400 athletes from across the globe are already registered for this prestigious event and event organizers have confirmed Sam Hill, Brendan Fairclough, Matti Lehikoinen, Kyle Strait, Kathy Pruitt, among many other top athletes will be in attendance.
For more information about RedBull SharpShooters, please email REDBULLSHARPSHOOTERS@YAHOO.COM
For an event overview: RedBull SharpShooters
For more information including online registration for athlete, team and media please visit: www.diablofreeridepark.com
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