Canadians Kevin Reimer, Nate Lang and "Scoot" Smith push the limits during practice. Photo Marcus Rietema

Peyragudes, France – The Peyragudes Deluxe Cup got underway today under beautiful weather conditions in the French ski resort town. Downhill competitors from around the globe have converged in the Pyranees Mountains for the second IGSA World Cup event of the 2008 season.