The invitation-only event is one of seven World Cup Downhill races this year across the globe and just one of two in North America. The World Cup circuit travels to France, Great Britain, Austria, Switzerland, Canada, Italy and the United States.
Of the 150 riders invited to Mont-Sainte-Anne, Norton will attempt to be one of 80 racers to qualify for the final competition.
Along with the competition at Mont-Sainte-Anne, Norton was also invited to compete at the other North American downhill event which takes place in Windham, New York, at the foot of the Catskill Mountains the following weekend.
Norton’s finishes at these two events could help him earn a spot in the entire World Cup circuit in 2016.
“This is Dakotah’s first full year racing downhill and to be on the level he is on right now is unheard of,” said Lindsey Wilson Cycling head coach Charles Mooney. “His natural talent on a bicycle combined with his determination to win makes him unstoppable.”
“He has come a long way since he stepped foot on campus and I am really proud of him,” Mooney said. “He is a leader in our program and represents LWC Cycling well.”