What is Slalom Whitewater slalom paddling features an exciting combination of explosive speed and pin-point precision. Similar to downhill slalom snowskiing, competitors race against the clock as they weave in and out of gates placed along the course.Canoe slalom is one of the most spectacular watersports, demanding skill, stamina and courage. The aim is to run a rapid river course marked by "gates" fast, and without touching A touch is penalised with 2 seconds added to the competitor's time: missing a gate costs 50 seconds - a wipeout in serious competition. Each competitor takes two runs, and the times are added together. A "gate" is two poles, suspended over the water. Green and white gates are negotiated in a downstream direction, red and white gates upstream Four classes compete: Men's and Ladies' kayak, Canadian Singles and Canadian Doubles.
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