Narrow Cobblestone Streets: Taxco Downhill Race Is Urban Insanity

Written by GJ Staff Nov 06, 2017 9:25 a.m. ET

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Houses, restaurants, and pedestrians flash by the bike riders during the Urban Downhill race in Taxco, Mexico. This custom-crafted course is all pavement, stairs, and drops.

Rémy Métailler took home the win during this year’s urban downhill event. Watch his full run below.

So stoked to take the win at the famous Taxco Urban Downhill. Thanks @altiusevents, my sponsors, and people around me for the support even during the tough times. So looking forward to ride more ! @cube.bikes.official @dvosuspension @ethirteencomponents @trpcycling @raceface604 @maxxistires @kmcchain @allmountainstyle @acros_components @htcomponents @flyracingusa @smithoptics @camelbak @whistleredu.

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