In training for Red Bull Crashed Ice
An ice rink in Saint Paul was the venue for a training camp on Saturday, January 11.
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The skaters are padded up ready for the training session.
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US national team coach Charlie Wasley was on hand to lend his experience.
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The athletes get their first taste of the ice.
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Leading US ice cross downhill athlete and Minnesotan Cameron Naasz passes on some advice.
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The course replicated many of the obstacles and challenges the participants will face at the qualifier proper.
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Skaters from all across the Midwest arrived for the opportunity to train.
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Up to 300 athletes are expected to compete in the Saint Paul qualifier on January 26.
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50 places will be up for grabs in the qualifier, with the best skaters advancing to the World Championship race in Saint Paul.
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Cameron Naasz gets his skates on ahead of a quick practice session.
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