Other Extreme Sports

Traditional breathing devices such as scuba use large tanks of compressed air to supply oxygen. This approach has several disadvantages. Available oxygen is limited by the size of the tank, which...

Paintball is an extreme sport that allows participants to engage in non-lethal combat situations. Players "mark" each other with paintballs that are shot out of high-velocity air guns known as...

Kite surfing is one of the many new extreme sports with skateboard-like equipment and maneuvers. The sport involves a parachute-like kite that is sometimes inflatable. The athlete holds the kite...

Kite surfing is a sport that involves a large kite and a surfboard, similar to a wakeboard, to pull a rider through the water by use of wind power. The recreational sport began to grow in the...

If you’ve been kite surfing for awhile, you’ll soon understand that your gear can only take so much abuse before succumbing to the inevitable wear and tear. Here is how to care for your kite and...

You can make a survival water filter using only your knife and the materials provided by nature. Fashioned from a birch bark cone containing layers of grasses and sand, this water filter will...

Kneeboarding has become a popular water sport that is practiced on lakes and rivers. For most people, kneeboarding comes easier than skiing or wakeboarding. Regardless of your level of skill or...

A stern stall is one of the most difficult kayaking tricks because it forces the kayaker to balance the kayak vertically on the stern end (the back end). This balancing act is a move that takes...

If you're looking for a beach activity that's fun and challenging, consider skimboarding. It takes a little while to get the hang of it, but once you do you may find it to be a very enjoyable...

You may have never thought about jumping off a cliff into the ocean, but neither did I until the opportunity arose (or descended might be a better word) when I was on a Caribbean vacation in...

Whether you are an experienced triathlete racing the field or simply an age-grouper struggling to beat your last race’s time, the easiest place to make up time is in the transition areas. ...

Surfing is a challenging sport, but it also can be fun and exciting. The most important thing to remember about surfing is safety. Take simple steps to stay safe while surfing.

Whether you jump off of a platform or a cliff, there is a certain adrenaline rush that accompanies the fall. Jumping off of a high spot into water is inherently dangerous. Take all the necessary...

If you’ve never been whitewater rafting, you’re missing on the experience of a lifetime. While some people associate the idea with extreme sports and danger, the truth is that there...

Water skiing is an exhilarating sport, providing an intense workout while you savor the surrounding outdoor beauty and enjoy a hiatus from the heat. The water skiing novice, veteran or expert can...

Purchasing proper equipment for any sport is critical for performance and safety. When you shop for water skiing equipment, assess your skill level and skiing style before you get out your credit...

Cruising through the water on a jet ski is great fun for both teenagers and adults. The sport is easy to learn, although some safety precautions must be followed to protect yourself and those...

Imagine the thrill of planing along the water while hanging on to a ski rope and gracefully gliding up into a barefooting position. With these simple steps, you'll be able to use just your body...