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Watch what it's like to slide down Calgary's newest winter attraction

The Acura Tube Park opens Saturday at Canada Olympic Park. We get a sneak peek at what it's all about.

Canada Olympic Park's tube park opens Saturday

Check out the new tube park at Canada Olympic Park

8 years ago
Duration 0:44
The Acura Tube Park opens Saturday at Canada Olympic Park. With 10 lanes, it's the second largest tube park in western Canada.

Tobogganingin Calgary is about to undergo a major upgrade this weekend with 200 metres of snowy, slippery terrain ready for action.

Starting Saturday, visitors at Canada Olympic Park's new Acura Tube Park can choose from10 lanes of varying speeds to slide down. There's alsoa dedicated magic carpet for an easy ride back up the hill.

"It's just another opportunity for families to come out and enjoy the winter we have here in Calgary," says Dale Oviatt, director of communications at WinSport, which owns and operates Canada Olympic Park.

Join Mike Symington on his tube ride

8 years ago
Duration 0:24
Mike Symington captures his ride at the new Acura Tube Park on a GoPro.

"Not everybody is a skier or snowboarder, but for sure this givesyou a chance to get out. You don't need a lot of skill or ability or any special tools."