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Skijoring In LeadvilleRider Noah Gregory pulls a skier Andrew Mumaugh during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleRider Carissa Dahl pulls a skier down Harrision Avenue during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 7, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleA skier airs out off of a jump. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleRider Kelly McComb races down Harrison Avenue as skier Shaun Gerber navigates the course during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleA rider and skier race down Harrison Avenue during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleA rider races down Harrison Avenue during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleRider Savannah McCarthy races down Harrison Avenue while skier Bruce Stott navigates the course during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleA rider and skier race down Harrison Avenue during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleJoe Manly Jr. performs the Star Spangled Banner. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleShaun Gerber practices spearing rings before racing in the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 7, 2020. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleA skier misses spearing a ring while racing in the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleSkier Jerry Kissell mentally prepares for his race. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleSnow erupts around skier Jason Dahl as he navigates around a gate while racing in the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleA cowboy waits to race his horse. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleRider Jeff Dahl races down Harrison Avenue while skier and son Greg Dahl navigates the course during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 7, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleSkier Jason Decker loses control of his tow rope during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 7, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleRider Jorge Calzadillas races down Harrison Avenue while skier Craig Kopasz navigates the course during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleA rider and skier race down Harrison Avenue during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleRiders watch the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleA skier loses control as he is pulled down Harrison Avenue by rider Jorge Cazadillas during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 7, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleA rider and skier race down Harrison Avenue during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleRider Carissa Dahl pulls a skier down Harrision Avenue during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 7, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleCarrisa Dahl's horse wears an outfit. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleA rider and skier race down Harrison Avenue during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleJustin Adkisson warms up his horses prior to racing in the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 7, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleRider Tim McCarthy waits to race in the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleRider John Hyde pulls a skier during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 7, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleRiders uses rubber bands to keep their cowboy boots from slipping out of their stirrups at the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleCowboy attire including boots, spurs, and chaps are worn by a rider during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleSnow erupts around skier Jason Dahl as he navigates around a gate while racing in the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleA rider races down Harrison Avenue during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleSkier Jason Dahl navigates a gate during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleA skier loses control as he is pulled down Harrison Avenue by Justin Adkisson during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 7, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleSpectators watch the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 7, 2020. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleRider Jeff Dahl races down Harrison Avenue while skier and son Greg Dahl airs out off of the second jump during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 7, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleRider Herb Raley makes his way back to the starting gate. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleRider Jorge Calzadillas races down Harrison Avenue. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleJeff Dahl greets spectators. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleVolunteers pack down snow to maintain the race course during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleRider Jeff Dahl races down Harrison Avenue while skier and son Greg Dahl navigates the course during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 7, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleRider John Hyde pulls a skier Will Faust during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 8, 2020 in Leadville, Colorado. - Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, with an elevation of 10,152 feet (3,094 m), the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (Photo by Jason Connolly / AFP) (Photo by JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
Skijoring In LeadvilleRider John Hyde races down Harrison Avenue during the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 7, 2020. Skijoring, which has its origins as a competitive sport in Scandinavia, has been adapted over the years to include a team made up of a rider and skier who must navigate jumps, slalom gates, and the spearing of rings for points. Leadville, Colorado, with an elevation of 10,152 feet, the highest incorporated city in North America, has been hosting skijoring competitions since 1949. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)
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