Since the early 1990s, the term "extreme sports" has come to mean many things. Whether flying off a giant ramp, diving from an airplane, or tackling waves taller than a five-story building, these sports push their athletes to the absolute limits. Extreme sports are about more than just a attitude—they are also about physical grace. This book has them all, from the well-known attractions like skateboarding, to the far-out world of skysurfing. It’s all here and in full-color! Strap yourself in for• profiles of over twenty different extreme sports • the exciting history of extreme sports • a dynamic layout, full of quick facts and large photos
Since the early 1990s, the term "extreme sports" has come to mean many things. Whether flying off a giant ramp, diving from an airplane, or tackling waves taller than a five-story building, these sports push their athletes to the absolute limits. Extreme sports are about more than just a attitude—they are also about physical grace. This book has them all, from the well-known attractions like skateboarding, to the far-out world of skysurfing. It’s all here and in full-color! Strap yourself in for• profiles of over twenty different extreme sports • the exciting history of extreme sports • a dynamic layout, full of quick facts and large photos
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