Extreme Sports

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,...

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...

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...

Skateboarders are the masters of fancy footwork. The slides, flips and ollies they perform require considerable concentration, balance and practice. Though they make it look easy, skateboard foot...

As skateboarding has boomed, more and more tricks have emerged from the inventive and athletic skaters out there. Some are more popular then others, as they are easier to do and more fun to work...

Going from skating, to ollies, to more advanced tricks can be difficult. Hopefully these step by step instructions will help you master the kick flip so you can move on to even harder tricks.

Tony Hawk is the icon of skateboarding. Without a doubt the most famous and successful professional skateboarder, Tony Hawk was born May 12, 1968, in San Diego, California, and began skateboarding...

Skateboarding flip tricks include the kickflip and the heel flip, each of which requires using a flick of the ankle or a flick of the heel to flip the board. Attempt these beginner flips after...

A few basic skateboarding tricks that every beginner should attempt include the Ollie, the shove-it, the pop shove-it and the 360 shove-it. Master these beginner tricks with advice from an...

Skateboarding can be fun for people at any skill level. Some basic skateboarding tricks can help beginners get comfortable with skateboarding and provide a foundation for more complex tricks.

Skateboards are an artistic form of transportation that never go out of style. What started as a simple alternative to the bicycle has grown into a sport of it's own. Few people are content with...

Skateboarding originated in the 1950's and quickly caught on as a national fad, spawning national tournaments and contests. Skateboarding did not mature until the 1970's though, when fast new...

What started as a winter activity for surfers to practice their skills in empty California swimming pools, skateboarding is now an activity enjoyed by millions. To start, get comfortable just...

Skateboarding is good exercise and lots of fun at every skill level. Once you have obtained a skateboard and the appropriate safety gear you can begin performing some basic tricks immediately....

Freestyle motocross is a subsection of motocross that carries an explicit focus on getting mad air and performing crazy tricks. You need an intimate knowledge of motocross bikes and nerves of...

Heelys, the roller shoes with wheels in the soles, can be convenient and fun for everyday locomotion. But that's just the business side of a Heely. You can really start having fun with them by...

Skateboarding emerged in the 70's as a new hobby and quickly evolved into a worldwide sport. With so many tricks and techniques it can be a daunting task to figure out exactly where to start. With...

Skateboarding seems hard enough, but adding various tricks to your list of skating skills can seem intimidating ... and sometimes painful. But skateboarding is a social sport, and there are many...

Whether you're new to skateboarding or have been riding for years, learning some tricks is a way to impress your friends and bring your skateboarding ability to a new level. When you're practicing...

You see skaters and skateboards everywhere you go. Now that you have your own board, you probably want to improve your skills so you can keep up with your friends and land the tricks you see...

Skateboards and RipStiks are both popular among youths today and a great deal of fun. When deciding on which type of board you wish to ride, however, it is important to properly assess the...

Tip and Tricks to go from a nobody, to a Pro Skater

Skateboarding is an extreme sport that has grown rapidly in popularity over the years. This thanks in large part to the ESPN network's coverage of their annual X-Games competition, and such...

The first trick to learn in BMX freestyle bike riding is the 180, which is when the body is rotated 180 degrees in midair. Find out how to roll in on a vert ramp with help from a BMX bike racer in...

Skate ramps are an excellent way to improve your skill and learn new tricks on your skateboard. Most ramps can be easily constructed in an afternoon with basic tools. Take a look at other people's...

Skateboarding is physically draining, trying on the patience, dangerous and one of the most entertaining sports out there today. But if skateboarding is trying just a little bit too much of your...

While Tony Hawk brought skateboarding into the mainstream with his incredible vertical skating, street skating and flip tricks are many people's favorite. With pros putting together incredible...

Skateboarding can be a challenge for anyone riding the board. As you gain more experience riding, you will want to try new tricks. Tricks can range from very easy to extremely challenging. It...

Considered an extreme sport in its infancy, snowboarding is now considered a full-fledged Olympic sport and is featured not only in the Winter Olympic Games every four years, but also in the...

Freetsyle BMX bike riding is a method that uses a bike that is intended for motocross racing in order to do tricks. The first freestylers were from San Diego and included names, such as Kyle...

Flatland skateboarding is a form of skateboarding that focuses on technical tricks that can be done on flat ground. The tricks are very difficult to learn and take a lot of practice to master....

Skateboarding is popular with both young people and adults. One important aspect of skateboarding is learning various tricks, but this can be difficult and scary. Here are a few steps to help you...

If you are serious about skateboarding and are interested in being sponsored by a skateboard company, you need a skate demo video. This video should feature your best tricks, cool locations, and...

When it comes to extreme skateboarding, it's important for a skateboarder to first recognize their limitations in order to avoid a serious injury. Learn about performing extreme skateboarding...

An Ollie is a skateboarding trick that is used as the basis for almost every other trick used in skateboarding, so it's important to learn how to Ollie in order to control the board. Find out how...

A pressure flip is when a skateboarder is rolling on her skateboard, applies pressure to the pocket and does a flip formation. Find out how the front foot can be a problem when learning how to...

BMX tricks require practice, and when doing a 180 on a quarter pipe, the trick is to turn over whichever shoulder is spun. Discover how to land a BMX bike trick backwards with help from an...

Learning to skateboard begins by finding balance, traveling around on the board and experimenting with a few simple tricks. Master the right footing before attempting more advanced moves with...

Step-by-step guide to building a kicker for snowboarding tricks.

A skateboard can be used for transportation as well as a piece of sports equipment. Considered an extreme sport, skateboarding is a popular activity, in which participants ride and perform...

Learning how to do tricks on your bike is a fun way to pass the time and can also be a great source of exercise. Many people who begin to learn tricks on their bike begin competing in competitions...

Skateboarding is a sport that requires coordination, balance and some natural skill. The basics of skateboarding can be learned, but it takes determination and a fair amount of courage, too....

One thing that makes skateboarding such a fun activity is that you can use various outdoor items as props for tricks. Stairs are one of the more popular props used in skateboarding tricks. When...

A half pipe is really nothing more than two skateboarding ramps put together. If you've ever watched a skateboarding competition on television, you've probably seen professional skateboarders...

Perform the boneless skateboarding trick by popping the board up and holding it in the hands. Practice the boneless trick with tips from a skateboarding instructor in this free video on extreme...

In skateboarding, perform a tail tap by putting the weight on the back foot and slamming the tail into the platform. Practice the tail tap with tips from a skateboarding instructor in this free...

When skateboarding, use the arms for balance and bend the knees to prepare the body for impact during tricks. Learn more skateboarding techniques with tips from a skateboarding instructor in this...

The Ollie is a skateboard trick that's performed by snapping the tail of the board and dragging the front foot to propel the board into the air. Learn skateboard tricks step-by-step with tips from...

The bean plant, front side power slide and back side power slide are old-school skateboard tricks that were developed in the mid- to late-'80s and early '90s. Learn old school skateboard tricks...

The Ollie, the shove-it and the 180 are simple skateboarding tricks that every skateboarder should learn. Perform simple skateboarding tricks with tips from a skateboarding instructor in this free...