Spectacular scenes from Erzberg Race in the Austrian Alps

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February 7, 2017Entertainment
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Spectacular scenes from Erzberg Race in the Austrian Alps

What is this, a sandbox for ants? These tiny dots are actually human beings on powerful motocross bikes, and this “sandbox” is a huge quarry in Austria.

It might look unspectacular at first, but as soon as some of the bikers turn around and take a second try to climb that steep hill, you may get a glimpse of what they are actually doing. Going up and down the sidewalls of the paths, the quarry itself is the racetrack.

The Erzberg Rally organized by Red Bull since 1995 takes place near the Village of Eisenerz in Austria’s Styria Province. And it is quite a dusty matter. And believe me, when you are competing in the race it’s quite a nerve wracking experience …

 

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