Extreme Sports

The scooter as a means by which to perform freestyle tricks, such as those done by skateboarders and BMX riders, is quickly growing in popularity. Since the release of the popular Razor scooter...

Sealing a skateboard ramp is the most important factor in ensuring its durability. Even surfaces like Masonite are subject to the sun and rain, and you don't want your ramp to warp and bend. There...

Skateboarding ramps come in all shapes and dimensions, from the smallest launch to massive vert ramps and pool ramps. Ramps make skateboarding possible in remote areas, fun in urban areas and add...

Skateboarding ramps come in myriad shapes and dimensions, from the smallest launch ramp to massive vert ramps and pool ramps. Ramps make skateboarding possible in wooded areas, more exciting in...

Skateboard trucks are the metal axles that attach the wheels to the deck. Trucks bend and flex, allowing the rider to turn. Trucks need to be straight in order to function properly.

Skateboard ramps come in all shapes and sizes, including half-pipes, quarter-pipes, launch ramps, boxes, table tops and others. Ramps make skateboarding possible in remote areas and fun in urban...

Snow boarders often flail around the slopes on poorly adjusted equipment. Sometimes the boards are the wrong type for the task at hand; sometimes the bindings are too narrow or wide, and sometimes...

A lot of snowboarders get their start as skateboarders, and the two sports indeed have many similar moves, especially in tricks and jumps. Skateboard riders sometimes wonder if there's a way to...

A Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) is a type of Nurse Practitioner (NP). They are not physicians, but they practice at a different level than Registered Nurses or Licensed Practical Nurses. FNP's...

A lost ATV key can be a frustrating experience. All modern ATVs require a key whether they have electric start or not. Without the key, there is no easy way to start the ATV. The key must be replaced.

The Department of Motor Vehicles requires that motocross bikes be registered in some states. When a bike needs to be registered, it means that the bike has to have a visible license plate...

OK SO THE THINGS YOU WILL NEED TO LEARN TO FLY AND BE STRONG LIKE SUPERMAN FIRST WATCH SOME SUPERMAN MOVIES ID SAY SUPERMAN RETURNS AND THE FIRST SUPERMAN MOVIE YOU DONT HAVE TO BUT YOU CAN SO AND...

Picking a truck camper that fits on your truck can be a difficult task. Before purchasing a truck camper, it is important to understand the different styles and basic characteristics available....

A carabiner is an oval, pear-shaped, or D-shaped metal loop with a sprung or screwed opening called a "gate." It is mainly used in sports or industrial work where ropes and safety lines must be...

Wheel chair tricks are not for the faint of heart. Be prepared to launch, jump and do some fast moving. The term extreme sitting does not refer to just sitting in your wheelchair for a long time,...

Airsoft guns are used in simulated military exercises where fired pellets replace live ammunition. The extreme sport of airsoft has many different variations and a wide selection of guns is used. ...

Snowboarding obstacles come in myriad types and sizes, both natural and manmade. Ski resorts are responding to rising demand for interesting obstacles and terrain by providing snowboard parks for...

Skateboard ramps come in all shapes and sizes and include half pipes, quarter pipes, launch ramps, boxes, table tops and others. Ramps make skateboarding possible in remote areas, fun in urban...

There are myriad types and sizes of snowboarding obstacles, both natural and man-made. Ski resorts are responding to rising demand for interesting obstacles and terrain by providing snowboard...

Skateboarding shops, like the similar surf shops, really took off and expanded globally in the mid-90s. Today, skateboarding is a very popular recreational and extreme sport in which many...

Airsoft guns are used in simulated military competitions to fire pellets at opposing players or targets. These guns may use a variety of firing mechanisms including springs, compressed air or...

Airsoft is an extreme sport that uses plastic pellets fired from airsoft pistols and rifles at targets or enemy competitors. Airsoft teams rely on each other and their gear to carry them through...

Building your own skateboard deck is not only a rewarding project, but will also allow complete customization of your setup. Many skate shops sell pre-assembled kits that can be put together in a...

Snowboarding, as a popular alternative to skiing that is especially common among the younger generations, is a sport that many young children are trying to learn. Teaching kids to snowboard can be...

The term "air tricks" on a skateboard usually refers to the aerial tricks performed by a rider in midair on a half-pipe, launch ramp or other obstacle or ramp. There are myriad types and...

Skateboarding tricks are an integral part of the exciting sport of skateboarding. But for the novice skateboarder, they can be intimidating. Here are some easy beginner tricks that will help you...

Grip tape is a necessary part of skateboarding because it creates a rough surface on top of the deck helping you to better grip and position the board. Black is the overwhelming standard in grip...

Grip tape is an essential part of any skateboard. Grip tape allows skateboarders to hold the board in place with their feet and helps them flip the board during certain tricks. In the late '80s...

A bull rope is the most important piece of equipment for a bull rider. The rope is made with a loop on one end that is placed under the belly of the bull and is passed through the loop and up to...

Going into the backcountry or off piste is gaining interest among avid skiers and snowboarders. While Alpine Touring and Telemark skiing (also known as ski mountaineering) has been standard for...

Bearings are the circular metal components inside the wheels of skateboards. Each of the four wheels found on a skateboard contains two bearings. Bearings allow the wheels to spin on the axles...

Getting your photo on a skateboarding magazine cover may not be so difficult if you happen to be a professional skateboarder like Marc Johnson. For the rest of us, we may have to settle for a...

Flatground skateboarding, more popularly known as freestyle skateboarding, is seen as a direct result of the sport of surfing. This style of skateboarding is sometimes looked at as a choreography,...

Most skate parks have various ramps with varying height, steepness and difficulty levels. Just as with any other skateboard tricks, it's important to practice and work your way up to the more...

The recreational sport of skateboarding is filled with hundreds of variations of tricks ranging from the basics to complex combinations. It takes a great deal of practice and critiquing to...

Applying wax to your skim board is an important aspect of the sport because it ensures that your feet do not move around when you are in the water. Knowing what kind of wax to use on your board...

Launch ramps are one of the easiest and least expensive skateboard ramps to build. And, once completed, a launch ramp can transform any flat, smooth surface into an exciting place to skateboard. ...

Cricket equipment is more than just bat and ball. The batsman's protection and the stumps he guards, the umpires' counters and tape measures and the scorers' book are all part of the rich...

Longboarding, like its shorter brother skateboarding, has it roots in surfing. Southern California surfers wanted a way to get the same "cruising feeling" they experienced in the water....

Applying graphics to your motocross bike is a fun and easy way increase its overall aesthetic appeal. There are many different types and brands of motocross graphics that can be applied to your...

An ATV spark arrestor is a necessary component of all ATVs made in the USA. They are required in order to ride in most public riding areas.

There are several steps you must take in order to find a fast ATV or 4-wheeler. Having a few ideas in mind before you start your search will help make it a fun and seamless process.

Bull riding is one of the fastest growing extreme sports around the globe. Cowboys from all over the world compete to stay on the back of a raging bull for 8 seconds, with judges scoring both the...

The six-foot half pipe is the tallest mini half pipe and is one of the most fun ramps for skateboarding. Most skateboarders prefer to build mini half pipes because larger ones are more difficult...

Bombardier all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are made by a Canadian company under the division known as BRP or Bombardier Recreational Products. In recent years BRP decided to go back to its roots and...

Having trouble choosing a long board? Don't know where to start? This guide walks you through the essentials on long board wheels, trucks, decks and styles. It's important to know what to look...

There are myriad types and sizes of skateboard ramps including half pipes, quarter pipes, launch ramps, boxes, table tops and others. Ramps make skateboarding possible in remote areas, fun in...

There are as many ways to teach wilderness survival skills as there are wilderness survival instructors. The methods used to teach these skills at the U.S. Army's Level C SERE course, at Camp...

Removing links from an ATV chain can be a daunting task without the proper tools and knowledge. To execute this task successfully you need to follow a few rules and you may need to purchase an...

The mini half pipe, generally defined as a half pipe measuring six feet high or under, is one of the most fun ramps to skateboard. Most skateboarders prefer to build mini half pipes, because...