Competition on Water Slides Held in Schönwald, Black Forest
In the picturesque Black Forest-Baar Circle, a unique local event took place on Saturday - the Waterslide Contest in Schönwald. Sixty participants gathered for a day of fun and competition, sliding down a watered ski jump on a slick, soapy surface.
The goal of the contest was to make it across a 12-meter long water trough without taking a dip. This slippery challenge required not only skill but also the right equipment. Swiss participant Lia Napflin emphasized the importance of the ski material, stating that speed is a key factor in the contest.
To enhance the sliding experience and competition performance, dish soap was used to create a slick, soapy layer on the slide. This reduced friction, allowing contestants to slide farther and faster. Lia Napflin also mentioned that a little more momentum could be gained with the use of dish soap during the competition.
The contest was not for the faint-hearted. Anyone who fell into the water during the contest was eliminated. The competition became increasingly intense as the run-up distance was reduced in each round. In the first round, participants had a 20-meter run-up, but this distance decreased with each subsequent round.
Despite the challenges, one participant managed to stay dry throughout the contest - Sven Thoerner from St. Georgen in the Black Forest. His dry run earned him the title of this year's Waterslide Contest winner.
Andreas Ketterer, a long-time participant, also took part in this year's contest, leaping off a 20-meter high ramp. The contest, held for the 13th time, attracted a lively crowd cheering for their favourite competitors.
Co-organizer Florian Kaltenbach explained the rule about the reducing run-up distance, ensuring a fair and exciting competition for all participants. While specific details about the usage of dish soap in Schönwald were not found, this practical trick is common in such water sliding activities to improve sliding efficiency.
For those interested in more detailed local information, consulting event-specific sources or local community pages might provide further insights into the Waterslide Contest in Schönwald.
The Waterslide Contest in Schönwald, a thrilling local event, attracted sixty participants, including Lia Napflin and Andreas Ketterer. Lia, a Swiss participant, stressed the significance of ski material and soap, as speed plays a crucial role in the contest due to the use of dish soap on the slide.
