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Fishy architecture!

Hayward is the only place you’ll ever skate where the tallest building is a fish.

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Three scenic passes

If you skate the 39-mile Challenge (the pro race), you get three scenic loops through the gorgeous North Woods.

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Women's cliffhanger

Here's the situation: Bont's Debbie Rice needs only one point to win NROC's women's division. But she's sick this week and, besides, she hates ultra-marathons.

If she doesn't make it to Hayward, Rebecca George, second in last year's Challenge, could roll away with the NROC title.

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Fishy beer

The free beer at the post-race lunch (also free) is produced by the Muskie Capital Brewery. ... How often do you get to drink a beer named after a fish?

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Art trophies

The top Challenge finishers take home trophies created by noted North Woods artist Sara Balbin.

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Breathable air!

Celebrate the fact you're not at the opening ceremonies in Beijing. In Hayward, you can inhale without sustaining permanent lung damage.

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Lodging with wolves

Want to save some money? ... You can camp out for free! (For details, send email to Heather)

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More prems!

Skaters will have 80 chances to win prizes in hill climbs and sprints during the race!

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Trophy fish

Yep. They've got some monster muskies around here. But don't expect to land one without a guide. (Hayward guides on Google)

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NROC and Roll

Hayward's the final event of the inaugural season of the National Roller Cup. ... Rack up some points!

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