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Rock climbing is an exceptionally challenging sport. Just as mountaineering, it involves climbing lengths of almost perpendicular surface of rocks for pleasure. The only difference...

The altitude of skydiving does matter if you want to set a record. However the record has remained for 40 years and it is going to be extremely hard to beat! If you are thinking...

When we were kids, we loved to climb on just about everything. Don?t believe me? Ask you parents. Well, more and more people are taking rock climbing up as adults. To get into the ...

As far as history is concerned, rock climbing first started back in late 19th century. For most of the record, it was Colorado where it all began. Colorado being into mountains, pe...

To participate in the sport of rock climbing, you dont have to be a super athlete. It is more a sport of grace and balance rather than one of strength. What is the allure of rock c...

Have fun flying through the air with your ATV So, you?ve seen the other ATV riders do it and you feel that it?s about time you try that flying through the air stunt yourself too...

My first Hot Air Balloon ride was back in 1997 it seems like a long time ago now but I remember it like yesterday. Getting up at a staggering 4.00 am in the morning and driving to ...

You may think that you?re just gliding along the smooth snow when you?re skiing, and I?m almost inclined to agree with you. Skimming along the snowy ridges and curves of the mounta...

More people are beginning to experience what ocean water kayaking has to offer. If you have already ridden the whitewater rapids and are looking for a new adventure, this could be ...

Well, it's possible to 'build own paraglider'. But it's been pretty hard in the past to find a paraglider kit or a set of decent paraglider plans. So you have to admire the small n...

Skydiving is a sport that involves many risks. Safety and risks are different thing. While the risks are measured, the safety is judged. The safety can be defined as a personal or ...

When you are ready to enter into the extreme sport of rock climbing, you are definitely going to want the best and the most reliable rock climbing gear that money can buy. Rock Cli...

Every airsoft fan has a favourite type of gun. Regardless of your preferences there's a certain attraction to shotguns that appeals to us all - to that dark place inside us. Maybe ...

Paddling a river is an immense joy because you get an intimate feel of the power of nature below you in the flowing water. Ah, but what if mother nature throws you a curve? Kaya...

If you are just getting into kayaking, you should know that eddies are your friend. No, eddie is not a person. It is a natural rest stop on a river. An eddie is relatively peac...

There you are standing on the shore. A hundred feet across the river on the other shore sit your buddies. And they have the food and beverages! How do you get across? Crossing ...

Water skiing is an extreme sport that can provide just as much fun and excitement as it can in terms of frustration. It definitely takes a little while to get used to understanding...

For those of you who just can?t get enough of the rush of outdoor extreme sports, ice climbing is something that you may want to look into. It is among the most adventurous and phy...

Few sports can test your physical and mental endurance like the way rock climbing does. Climbing even a relatively small rock can take literally hours. If you are interested in roc...

As you probably know, most rivers do not just flow unimpeded. There are obstructions that force the water to flow out and around them. These obstructions can be rocks, sandbars, tr...

If you are taking up kayaking, you need to become one with the flow. No, I am not talking about Star Wars. I am talking about the motion of the water in your river of choice. T...

There is something about rapids on a river that make people excited. Oh, yeah. I gotta try that! Before you hop into the river on a kayak, raft, canoe or branch, you need to take a...

A few helpful tips are always worth their weight in gold when you start learning something new. While they may not be gold, here are some climbing tips you should consider. Whe...

Most people think rock climbing is a fairly edgy sport just to begin with. In truth, edges mean something entirely different and unique to the sport. Most people have a misunde...

Alaska is the last great wild wilderness of America. It also happens to be a great place to have a go at some ice climbs that will make your legs do the Elvis. Alaska is one of...

If you enjoy rock climbing, winters can be problematic since most of your favorite climbs aren?t exactly accessible. Ice climbing may just be the answer to your problem. If you...

If you get the climbing bug, you are entering a unique niche of people. Much like visiting another country, you need to get down some of the lingo being used. Much like any spo...

Many people believe that Alaska has some of the best skiing anywhere in the world. The Alyeska Resort is located in Girdwood, Alaska, approximately 50 miles from the city of Anchor...

When it comes to rock climbing, beginners are surprised to learn there are a lot of different styles. In this article, we cover some of the more advanced versions. Rock climbin...

Understanding the anatomy of a ski will allow you to make an educated purchase as well as improve your ability to use your ski equipment effectively. BASE The bottom surface of...

The first river rafting adventure involved four of us. I told my friends to be ready for an adventure-disaster, sure to get them wet and cold. Three took the bait. We took only a h...

The thrill of Las Vegas lies not only in its casinos and desert but meters up in the sky as you skydive your way into one of the most memorable experiences of your life. Some of La...

Author: Bob Therrien Factory Butte Recreational Area, Utah is near Capital Reef National Park in Wayne County, Utah and seen off of highway 24. Currently there is much discussio...

Formula Drifting, or simply referred to as Formula D, is a new sport that is becoming more and more popular these days. As a matter of fact, in the United States alone, this advent...

If you are looking for an inexpensive extreme sport that is pure adrenaline and addicting, rock climbing may be just what you need. When you start out, you are going to need to kno...

Tandem skydiving in New Jersey is a very popular sport. Since tandem parachuting is one of the easiest, and perhaps the best for a novice, ways to experience the extreme sport of s...

As the sport of Airsoft continues its meteoric rise in worldwide popularity, Airsoft war games called ?Skirmishes? are emerging on sophisticated replica battlefields in many venues...

As the sport of Airsoft continues its surge in worldwide popularity, the number of Airsoft teams and clubs continue to climb as well. These dedicated groups gather as weekend warri...

Alternative sports like snowboarding or skateboarding have been growing in popularity of late. As a consequence, more and more products are available from manufacturers of equipmen...

A lot of people are passionate about alternative sports like snowboarding and skateboarding and look for equipment specially designed for such practices, including skateboards clot...

New York?s extreme sports centers offer tandem jumps and AFF programs that allow you to discover the passion that is skydiving. For beginners and experts alike New York?s extrem...

What is the parachute? Nothing more than a thin, lightweight fabric, supported by tapes and suspension lines and attached to one's body by special strong shoulder and waist straps,...

Just what is a typical paraglider pilot? The short answer is 'there are none'. The slightly longer answer might be 'well, a lot of them seem to be guys in their 30s or 40s'. Surp...

Oregon is known for its beautiful, rugged coastline. If you really want to see it from a unique view, grab your kayak. A Kayak, The Ocean and Oregon ? A Perfect Match When...

There are a number of different outdoor sports that people enjoy. For those who enjoy adventure, Rock climbing offers the most challenging experience of all outdoor activities. An ...

Breathable fabrics are gaining in popularity day by day due to its great usability in different spheres of life. A general person cannot even imagine how neoprene is getting us...

The International Snowdon Race this year celebrates its 30th anniversary. One of Europe?s toughest endurance challenges, the 10-mile race involves running from the edge of Lake ...

A good question! In Japan, you will find old people serenely gliding across dormant volcano slopes. Through the Alps in France, you might spot daring young men pushing the limits o...

High intensity, high adrenaline, non-stop energy all leading into head-to-head competition! All this while keeping yourself and your team focused on the single objective at hand, ?...

Arguably the most functional and exciting form of a replica gun ever made, the Airsoft automatic electric gun is characterized by its exquisite replication and outstanding craftsma...

Perhaps the single greatest reason for the surging world-wide popularity of the Sport of Airsoft was the development of the Automatic Electric Gun or what is commonly referred to a...

In the ever-growing sport of Airsoft, no one product has impacted its worldwide popularity more than the incredible automatic electric gun. This particular Airsoft gun, commonly re...

In the previous article of The Sport of Airsoft vs. The Sport of Paintball, we established one of the major differences between the two sports is the actual guns, and not necessari...

Scuba Diving is one of the most popular water sports in the world. The concept of exploring the mysterious underwater world is a huge draw for many people. Exploring wrecks of boat...

Copyright 2006 Michael Saville Looking For A Different Challenge? Try whitewater rafting for your next vacation. You can take a whole family along, go with a big group, or ...

Have you ever wondered about the basics of paragliding? Just how is a paraglider constructed? Or how do you actually fly one? One of the first things you might notice about para...

As the Sport of Airsoft grows in popularity today, many enthusiasts of both the Sport of Airsoft and the Sport of Paintball have debated over the differences and similarities, in t...

Kayaking and canoes involve paddling and water. T'ai Chi, a style of martial arts, is practiced on land with neither water nor boats. The two seem unrelated but did you know that T...

Kayaking is like canoeing, only better. They were originally invented by the Inuit in Alaska and used for hunting (the word means ?hunter?s boat?). The defining characteristic of a...

They're not in the same category as a kids toys but airsoft pistols are an ideal hobby for any adult or young adult. Unlike paintball guns or normal airguns airsoft hanguns are des...

Owning an airsoft rifle is the dream of every kid who just never really grew up. When we were kids we wanted the ultimate toy - a pellet gun that looked like what we saw in the mov...

There is always one key question On every shoppers mind - how cheap can I get it? This is true of airsoft guns too. We all expect to be able to get the best possible deal with anyt...

BB guns are something you're all fairly familiar with but how many of you know anything about airsoft guns? The biggest mistake most gun fans make is to look at airsoft guns as jus...

This question is bound to stir debate and controversy amongst the most ardent of airsoft or paintball fans. Both airsoft and paintball are both hobbies based on replica firearm...

It seems as each summer passes there is an increase in the number of shark attacks being reported throughout the world. Some would believe this must mean there is an increase in th...

Scuba diving is one of the great adventures that one can take to explore the vast wonders of the underworld that cannot be seen on the surface of the water. This is an underwater a...

Sea kayaking in Alaska lets you create your own adventure, while escaping the responsibilities you have left behind. Alaska offers a unique combination of education and adventure s...

Many people consider Florida a divers dream come true. This is because Florida is composed of over 1,700 islands and the Keys that stretch over 150 miles there are many different p...

White water rafting is an adventure sport in which a raft is used to navigate a river or any water body. It is usually done on rapids or white water to keep up the excitement. A ri...

The Inca Trail is undoubtedly Peru's most popular trekking route. Recommended for the physical fit only, it runs for more than 40km and reaches 4,200 m.a.s.l. at its highest point,...