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For those who grew up watching the “Crazy Canucks” in the late 70s and early 80s, was more than just a downhiller. He was the Man in Celebration . The Original Free Spirit While his teammates—Ken Read, Steve Podborski, and Dave Murray—were busy breaking the European stranglehold on the World Cup downhill circuit, Irwin brought a different kind of energy to the starting gate. Nicknamed “The Hermit” for his love of the quiet backcountry, Irwin was an enigma. He wasn't just racing the mountain; he was dancing with it. man in celebration dave irwin

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