Ski Joring In Leadville

Rider 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 Leadville

Rider 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 Leadville

A skier airs out off of a jump. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)

Skijoring In Leadville

Rider 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 Leadville

A 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 Leadville

A 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 Leadville

Rider 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 Leadville

A 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 Leadville

Joe Manly Jr. performs the Star Spangled Banner. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)

Skijoring In Leadville

Shaun 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 Leadville

A 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 Leadville

Skier Jerry Kissell mentally prepares for his race. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)

Skijoring In Leadville

Snow 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 Leadville

A cowboy waits to race his horse. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)

Skijoring In Leadville

Rider 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 Leadville

Skier 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 Leadville

Rider 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 Leadville

A 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 Leadville

Riders watch the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)

Skijoring In Leadville

A 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 Leadville

A 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 Leadville

Rider 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 Leadville

Carrisa Dahl's horse wears an outfit. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)

Skijoring In Leadville

A 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 Leadville

Justin 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 Leadville

Rider 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 Leadville

Rider 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 Leadville

Riders 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 Leadville

Cowboy 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 Leadville

Snow 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 Leadville

A 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 Leadville

Skier 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 Leadville

A 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 Leadville

Spectators watch the 72nd annual Leadville Ski Joring weekend competition on March 7, 2020. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)

Skijoring In Leadville

Rider 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 Leadville

Rider Herb Raley makes his way back to the starting gate. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)

Skijoring In Leadville

Rider Jorge Calzadillas races down Harrison Avenue. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)

Skijoring In Leadville

Jeff Dahl greets spectators. (credit: JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images)

Skijoring In Leadville

Volunteers 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 Leadville

Rider 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 Leadville

Rider 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 Leadville

Rider 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)