Skateboarding in the Columbia Gorge is nothing less than surfing on concrete. Boarders have the unique challenge of competing at world class levels in 4 completely different locations including picturesque Mosier Tunnels (one of the most scenic and spectacular places to skateboard on the globe). Or boarders can compete in Hood River 's local skate park for the Mini Bowl Jam, down the heart of the City of Hood River, or the in Athlete's Village for a game of S-K-A-T-E before a throng of cheering spectators. Unlike being in an arena, Gorge Games offers skateboarders great conditions, a tough competitive field (the North American Slalom Skateboard Championships will be part of this year's event) and a raw, natural beauty that only can be found in the Pacific Northwest.

Mini Bowl Jam
The Hood River Skate Park will play host to this very exciting event. Skateboarders of all types love the new “Cam-corder Mini Bowl” that offers plenty of long grinds, big ollies, and plenty of spots to get their best tricks. This event is judged by a panel of veteran skateboarders who are looking for the skater with the biggest bag of tricks.

Game of S.K.A.T.E.
This unique event is a Flatground Skateboard event based on the traditional “H-O-R-S-E” basketball game. Skaters will battle head-to-head with skills. Competitor completes a trick and if their Challenger can’t replicate it the Loser sits while the Winner goes to the next round to continue skating against advancing skaters. Winning this event is going to bring serious clout and bragging rights! Good Luck. Each game will be judge by a veteran skateboarder.

Slalom Events
The Gorge Games is proud to present the North American Slalom Skateboard Championships in 2008. This is expected to be the highest race-rank status according to the ISSA and will be the biggest slalom event in the country this race season. Racers will receive higher points for racing in this event than other races in the country and we anticipate a fair number of European racers attending. The races in Hood River are also the longest consecutive running slalom event in the country (possibly the World)! The Super Giant Slalom will be held in Mosier Tunnels on the Old Scenic Highway. There are 3 races that comprise this championship title: Giant Slalom, Hybrid Slalom, Tight Slalom

Hybrid-Slalom Event
To be held in Downtown Hood River with preliminaries on Saturday, July 19 and Finals on Sunday, July 20.

Tight Slalom Event
To be held in Downtown Hood River with preliminaries on Saturday, July 19 and Finals on Sunday, July 20.

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All participants will receive a Gorge Games technical tee shirt, athlete’s appreciation bag, athlete’s pass to Adventure Village , Athletes Village , all Gorge Games sporting venues and all Community events. Not to mention an experience you’ll always remember!