Posted on 12/11/10, filed under Extreme Sports | No Comments
Believe it or not, there are extreme sports geared at even those who experience physical debilitation, deterioration, or injuries that preclude them from many other activities. And why shouldn’t there be? An adventurous spirit is not always housed in an able body. A person who has limited mobility in their lower half may not be able to leap out of a plane on their own, but that doesn’t mean they don’t want to fly. And they might not be able to ride a bike in the Tour de France, but they can still use the wheels they have to race. In fact, people who are bound to wheelchairs can participate in many of the same athletic activities as able-legged persons (football, basketball, etc.) and they can even compete in a number of extreme sports, albeit in a different (and often more difficult) fashion. Here are just a few ways that those in wheelchairs are taking their activities to the extreme.
1. Skateboarding. Don’t waste your time trying to figure out how these guys (and gals) strap themselves to an actual skateboard. Don’t you know that wheelchairs come equipped with WHEELS? What’s amazing is that athletes in wheelchairs can do many of the same moves as those who have the use of both legs and a skateboard. They can work a half-pipe just as well as anyone, and pulling tricks like ollies, flips, and fakies just comes with the territory. Adaptation is the name of the game for anyone who competes in this amazing sport that is a testament to the human spirit.
2. Four-wheel mountain biking. Four-wheelers are nothing new, so why not use them as a way to compete in a sport that usually requires two legs to pedal? A strong pair of arms is all that’s required to participate, although good balance and the ability to roll out of a spill without damage can be a big help since this sport is generally practiced on rough downhill tracks.
3. Jousting. Leave it to fans of Jackass to come up with a sport that is just as horrifying as it is fascinating. In this outrageous and bemusing sport, two people in wheelchairs race towards each other bearing not the traditional lances of old, but rather cattle prods intended to shock their opponent into submission. It’s like a train wreck; you don’t want to look, but you can’t turn away. No word on whether this idiocy was developed by people who actually need wheelchairs to get around or just those who happened to stumble on some.
4. Sit-skiing. By using an adapted mono-ski (like a snowboard with a chair attached), those who have limited locomotion in their lower half can still participate in one of the best winter sports in the world. Of course, balance and upper body strength are a must for those who want to try this dangerous and difficult sport, but it can provide a great opportunity for mobility without the use of wheels.
5. Mountain climbing. Mark Wellman (a mountain climber who was paralyzed in an accident) proved that a sport which many would assume requires the use of lower appendages is merely a matter of perspective. Despite the obvious obstacles, he managed to ascend both Half Dome and El Capitan (sheer rock faces) in Yosemite National Park.
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Posted on 10/11/10, filed under Extreme Sports | No Comments
The world of extreme sports is full of the unusual, unnatural, and totally unbelievable when it comes to what people are willing to do in the pursuit of excitement and athleticism. Imagine yourself facing raging whitewater rapids with nothing but a tiny, unstable kayak that serves only to remind you of how fragile you are in comparison to the river. Or picture yourself leaping out of a plane at 12,000 feet with nothing but a thin piece of fabric to stop you from smashing into the ground at terminal velocity. These sports may sound terrifying to the average Joe, but there are even stranger head-scratchers out there, and here are the top five when it comes to sports that baffle and bemuse.
1. Strongman competition. Have you ever seen a human being haul a big rig attached to him by a giant chain? How about an airplane? Can you imagine watching a single, muscle-bound man deadlift a car that weighs more than half a ton? If you witness the strongman competition, you will see these events and more. Now in its 33rd year, this annual event determines who will hold the international title of World’s Strongest Man.
2. Man vs. horse marathon. This cross-country marathon is just what you might imagine (but would never wager to guess), with men on horseback racing men on foot for dominance on a course that goes through the streets, fields, and streams of Llanwrtyd Wells in Wales. If you don’t think you’ve got the stamina to outrun a horse, then this extreme sport probably isn’t for you.
3. Wife carrying. This is just what it sounds like (and just as amusing). Competitors must not only make their way through a brutal obstacle course, they must do it with a wife on their back (upside down, it seems). Whether it has to be their own wife is unclear, but one thing is certain; any woman who will put her face in that proximity to a man’s nether region is probably on more than a first-name basis with him.
4. Cheese rolling. You have to be smarter (and faster) than a wheel of cheese to excel at this sport. Your competition? You guessed it: Gloucester. Here are the rules: you start at the top of a big hill, the cheese gets a 1 second lead, and then you throw yourself over the precipice and try to roll down faster than the cheese. But you’re up against some stiff competition; the cheese-wheel is almost always the winner (unless it rolls off course or topples over).
5. Octapush. If hockey players carried out their athletic pursuit in swim trunks and goggles (and consequently, underwater), it might looks something like this strange sport. Leave it to those from the southern hemisphere to come up with this upside-down (literally) attempt at sporting. Two teams battle to push a puck across the bottom of the pool into a goal at either end. Sadly, this is a non-contact sport, otherwise we might get some slow-mo cross-checking into the, uh, tile. Nevermind. This sport is almost extremely cool. Mostly it’s just strange.
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Posted on 13/10/10, filed under BMX | No Comments
One thing you could definitely say about BMX street tricks is that they’re not like riding a bike. In fact, they require coordination, precision, and practice if you want to pull them off without landing on your head or getting some serious road rash. Although the pros make it look like child’s play, there’s a lot more to learning street tricks than simply emulating a video you saw on YouTube. You need to start with the right bike and make sure you use proper safety equipment (helmet, pads, etc.) before you attempt to try these tricks at home. And instead of going straight to a backwards flip off a ramp, perhaps you should try out a few basic moves to give you a feel for the sport and ensure that you’re comfortable before you go for something bigger. Here are a few beginner tricks to get you moving.
1. Ollie. This is a common move in skateboarding and it can also be done pretty easily on a BMX bike. It is a basic move that must be mastered before you attempt a number of other tricks, so learn it well. To pull it off, you need to stand with the pedals parallel and split your weight between the handlebars and the pedals. Then, while moving, you simply hop the whole bike.
2. Wheelie. This one may sound simple, but it requires concentration and balance if you don’t want to hit the dirt. While pedaling, pull up the front wheel of your bike so that you’re still moving forward, but balancing only on the back wheel. You’ll need some strong core muscles to keep the bike in this position for long, but it’s sort of like riding a unicycle (with handlebars). You can also do a nose wheelie, which involves balancing on the front wheel while the back wheel is in the air, or a manual, which is a standing wheelie (as in, the bike is stationary).
3. Endo. This is something like a nose wheelie in that you will put your back tire into the air. But rather than doing it while moving, you’re going to hit the brakes and use the momentum to kick up and raise the rear of your bike into the air. If you’re having trouble, you can try a curb endo (running your front tire into a curb for extra stopping power), but be careful that you don’t get going so fast that a sudden stop throws you over the handlebars.
4. X-Up. This move is generally performed while doing a wheelie. While your front tire is in the air, simply turn your handlebars 180 degrees and then back forward before your wheel touches the ground. It looks pretty cool and it is the basis for a number of other tricks.
5. Barspin. Once you get a handle on the X-Up, you can move on to a barspin, which involves turning your handlebars 360 degrees while the front tire is in the air. It may sound easy, but you must be able to split your attention between balancing the bike and rotating the handlebars, so don’t try it until you’re relatively comfortable with a wheelie.
You may be tempted to try some slick moves right off the bat, but be aware that most professional riders have been practicing for years. They’ve no doubt suffered their fair share of scrapes, bumps, and broken bones to get where they are, but through trial and error, they have developed some of the killer moves that make this sport appealing. If you want to get to their level, you’re going to have to start at the bottom. And if you find that you’re frustrated by the slow pace, just think how much longer it would take if you had to wait out a broken arm or leg.
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Posted on 12/10/10, filed under Cliff Diving | 1 Comment
Did your parents ever ask you this age-old question as a way to teach you to think for yourself: If your friends jumped off a cliff would follow them? Well, if you’re interested in cliff jumping, then the answer is probably a resounding and heartfelt “Yes!” And it could be applied to cliffs, bridges, platforms or just about any structure that, when leapt from, results in a long drop into a body of water. But there is a reason that this extreme sport is often referred to as tombstoning, and you can no doubt guess that it centers on the fact that there is some probability of injury or death if you’re not careful about how you do it. So in order to keep yourself alive and kicking, you may want to follow a few safety tips when you decide to go cliff jumping.
1. Check the depth. You can either do this by swimming out and diving to check depth, jumping from successively higher platforms until you touch the bottom, or using a depth gauge of some sort. Scuba divers use digital meters, but you can make a relatively accurate assessment with a weighted rope that has knots tied at 1-foot intervals.
2. Check the distance. Some cliffs do not hang directly over the water. So unless you want to land on a pile of rocks, you’d better make sure you can leap far enough to hit the water. Additionally, the water may be pretty shallow near the base of the cliff, so if you’re checking depth, try to estimate where you might land when you jump and check the depth at that distance from shore.
3. Pay attention to physics. Falling objects tend to accelerate until they reach terminal velocity. While it is unlikely that you can climb high enough to hit this type of gravity-cancelling speed, you will almost certainly smack the water with a lot of force if you jump from a tall cliff. For example, jumping from about 70 feet means you’ll hit the water at just under 50 mph. Ouch!
4. Start with a pencil dive. This force of velocity can not only harm you if you hit the water at a strange angle, it can also propel you deeper into the water than you might imagine. So pencil dives from lower ledges are a good way to start. Just keep your body straight as an arrow and enter the water feet first. If you hit the bottom on the first jump, it’s a pretty good bet that going higher might result in some broken bones.
5. Wear a wetsuit. Aside from the possibility of internal damage, there can be other hazards associated with cliff jumping. Cold water is one consideration, since it can quickly lead to hypothermia. In addition, slapping the surface of the water at high speeds can be a lot like running straight into a brick wall. Wearing a wetsuit will keep you warm and prevent the sting of impact. Just avoid water shoes, which can actually do more harm than good.
6. Don’t drink and dive. Drunk, disoriented, and underwater is a bad place to be. So do it sober if you want to make it back to the surface.
Author Bio: Kyle Simpson writes for The Best Degrees where you can find information on the top online schools and find out which fields offer the highest paying jobs upon graduation.
Posted on 10/10/10, filed under Mountain Biking | 1 Comment
In any sport, obtaining the right equipment can have a huge impact on your overall performance, your level of comfort, and the safety of your endeavor. And while you might get distracted by price tags, frame materials, color options, and all of the attendant bells and whistles that come along with a mountain bike (bottle holders, baskets, and bike racks, oh my!), you may be overlooking one of the most fundamental must-haves of any bike-buying experience: the size. Of course, experienced retailers can often eyeball your body and choose a frame that will work for you, but if you’re really interested in this extreme sport, you’ll want to take a tip from Goldilocks and find the one that just right. Believe it or not, there’s a lot more to selecting a size than you know.
The first thing to consider is the frame. This is the best known aspect of choosing the size of your bike and it is largely determined by your build. A bike that has a small frame may leavy you scrunched up while one that is too large might lead to feet leaving pedals at inopportune moments. While some of this can be amended with some simple adjustments, it’s better to simply choose the right frame to begin with. General sizes range from an extra small frame that is 14 to 15 inches (the length from the center of the crank to the top of the seat tube) to an extra large frame that is 22 to 23 inches.
While the average person can often fit one of several sizes, there are a few things you’ll want to consider. If you go with the largest frame you can fit on, you may enjoy one of many features. A longer wheel base, for example, will offer more stability. And longer tubes for the seat and handlebars will give you more options for height. Although these elements may vary more by model or brand than by frame size, they are something to consider when selecting a bike.
Next, you’ll want to turn your attention to the saddle. As you may have guessed, this is the seat. You not only need a favorable positioning and height, but also the proper type of saddle if you want to be comfortable and balanced on your bike. So try some different options to find what feels good when you’re properly positioned (this means the seat is level, rather than tilted forward, your hips are square and your heel just touches the pedal when your leg is straight and perpendicular to the floor).
Finally, you should scrutinize the handlebars. The size and positioning can not only affect your comfort, but also your performance. Bars set too low or too far forward can have you leaning into a position that can be damaging to your back while those set too high or too far back can upset your balance. And you should also consider which position is the best compromise for sitting versus standing when you pedal (so make sure to test it both ways).
Just keep in mind that most of the adjustments you make in the shop will likely need some tweaking once you hit the trail. The most important part of purchasing a mountain bike is to get the frame that has the best proportions for your body. To a certain extent, you can fine-tune the seat and handlebars to make a number of frames work for you, but trying a lot of different models to determine which one is best suited to your body will offer you the best opportunity to have fun and stay safe while mountain biking.
Author Bio: Sarah Danielson writes for Wine Racks where you can find a wine rack to fit your individual needs, taste, and style.
Posted on 10/10/10, filed under BMX | No Comments
Most of us who grew up in the ‘70s and ‘80s have to admit that at one point, we were like, totally into the rad world of skateboarding and BMX bikes. And quite a few of you probably have fond memories of setting up your own little backyard ramps using nothing but a couple of cinderblocks and a piece of plywood. But nowadays, with hardware stores like Home Depot in every town and samples on the internet to ape, it’s a lot easier to build amazing amateur (or even close to pro) ramps, right in your own backyard. And here’s how to start.
1. Ask permission. If you are currently under the age of 18 and/or still living at home with your parents, try to refrain from building a giant permanent structure on a piece of property that doesn’t belong to you, at least not without asking first. The phrase “it’s better to beg forgiveness than ask permission” applies to staying out past your curfew, blowing your summer savings on an iPad, and ditching class. It does not apply to expensive and hard-to-remove eyesores that get you grounded for a month. If, on the other hand, you have your own home, good for you! Despite the fact that you are A) independently wealthy or B) working for a living, you haven’t let your love of BMX fall to the tide of people who keep telling you to grow up!
2. Get blueprints. Chances are good that you’ve never even assembled a desk from IKEA, much less a structure that requires definite knowledge of carpentry. So consider deferring to the pros. You can find specs, videos, and all kinds of useful hints and tutorials online to help you choose a ramp that fits your space and your skill level. Frank Lloyd Wright you are not, so if you want a ramp that won’t buckle the first time it feels the weight of your bike, you should definitely follow some instructions.
3. Hit the hardware store. You will need a lot of bits and pieces to make your dream ramp into a reality. And the expenses could rack up pretty quick. If you’re on a budget, see about getting some remnants that might suit your purposes (leftover bits of wood from cuts done for other customers…they’re usually discounted significantly). And if you don’t want to buy a bunch of tools, simply ask them to cut the wood for you so all you have to worry about is drilling and hammering.
4. Get a little help. Your friends are no doubt chomping at the bit to zoom up your ramp on their BMX bikes, so enlist their aid in getting the job done. You generally start by building a platform (or several) that the ramps lead up to. Then you will want to put in a series of support beams that will hold the ramps and keep them from collapsing. Finally, add curved plywood over the frame to finish it off.
5. Have fun! Before you go all gung ho with the tricks, test the weight limit of your ramp by throwing on progressive increments of weight (sandbags work pretty well – you could also try rolling a vehicle up onto it, but if it collapses, you might damage your car). Once you know the ramp can withstand several hundred pounds of weight, it should be safe to try it out. Just remember your standard safety equipment (a helmet, at the very least) and you’re ready for some high-flying BMX action. Gnarly, dude!
Author Bio: Sarah Danielson writes for Online PhD Programs where you can find information about various online colleges and find the school and program that is right for you.
Posted on 09/10/10, filed under Kitesurfing | No Comments
Kite surfing, also known as kite boarding, is a fun and exciting sport that allows boarders to travel across the surface of the water with nothing but the power of the wind, meaning it can also be considered an eco-friendly extreme sport. And while it may look pretty simple (all you have to do is hang onto the kite, right?), there is a lot more to it than meets the eye. In truth, kite surfing requires a lot of specialized equipment, a knowledge of wind currents and surrounding terrain (for safety reasons), and of course, a fair amount of training. Although many people assume that extreme sports enthusiasts are wild and unpredictable, picking up high-risk activities without any forethought, they actually tend to undergo a lot of preparation before they ever attempt the sports that they seem to master so naturally. Certainly an amount of thrill-seeking is involved (tweaking the nose of terror and so on), but if you really want to take up kite surfing, you’re going to need to start off on the right foot.
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To begin with, you should make sure that you’re in top physical shape. This sport requires overall body strength if you want to have any hope of controlling your craft. A strong core and muscular legs will be needed for balancing on a board that may be moving across the water (including waves) at a rapid pace. And even though you are attached to the kite by a safety harness around your waist, you’ll need to hang on to the control bar in order to ensure that your kite doesn’t go haywire. Since you will no doubt want to be out on the water for more than five minutes, you might want to strengthen your upper body as well. Resistance training (swimming, for example) is a good way to improve overall body toning, while a comprehensive weight-lifting routine will increase strength.
Once you’re in fighting shape, you’re ready to take some lessons. This will probably start with learning how the different pieces of equipment are used and how they interact, as well as a course on safety before you ever get out on the water. From there, you will need to rent or purchase the paraphernalia of the sport, which can be pricey. However, once you’re all set up with a rig, you’re probably ready to give it a go. It is important to understand that, like all sports, training and practice are required, with the emphasis on the former. What do you do if a strong updraft pulls you out of the water and flies you toward a cliff? How will you handle a situation where a gust puts you in the path of an oncoming speedboat? Or what if you lose hold of your control bar? Or worse, you lose your board? These are all dangerous situations that you may face in this sport, but if you receive proper training, you should be able to handle anything that comes up and guarantee that the extreme sport you have chosen remains all fun and no fuss.
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Posted on 08/10/10, filed under Extreme Sports | No Comments
The world of extreme sports is often fraught with danger (hence the name), subsequently the use of safety equipment is in most cases a necessity. Some of the more hardened enthusiasts decide to shun the use of such equipment in search of a ‘purer’ experience.
We have decided to outline the ten pieces of safety equipment which should definitely not be left at home. In fact to do so would in most cases result in it being the last activity you ever undertook. The phrase ‘safety first’ springs to mind:
1. The cage – shark diving
Having something between you and the jaws of a 5000lb great white shark is always a pretty good idea. Luckily for most shark divers that something is a steel cage, specifically designed for the purpose of viewing the incoming predators. Statistically fatal shark attacks on humans are extremely rare with the New York Times attributing only one fatality in 2009 to these alpha predators.
2. A torch – caving
Caving is considered by many their ultimate nightmare experience. Clambering down holes and traversing extremely perilous and confined conditions in the knowledge that the route in cannot be used as the way out. Add to this the fact that without a torch or lamp you would be in complete darkness – it really does make your choice of batteries that little more important.
3. A life jacket – coasteering
Coasteering is the sport of navigating yourself around rugged coastlines through the acts of swimming, climbing and diving/jumping. Originating is Wales (where else) the sport is quickly gaining popularity amongst nature loving adventurers. The seas around Wales are pretty rough with strong currents a-plenty; not wearing a life jacket would be near suicidal.
4. Surfboard – big wave surfing
Shrouded in myth and legend the sport of big wave surfing invokes images of Laird Hamilton riding a 70ft CHOPU break of the coast of Tahiti. To ride such big waves riders turn to local surfboard makers who craft ‘guns’ specific to the breaks they are used to surfing. Using the right shape could be thought of as a security measure, as using the wrong ‘gun’ on a big wave could prove disastrous and in some cases fatal.
5. Belay device – climbing
Whether you are a solo climber or you have a friend acting as belayer for you, there cannot be a more important bit of safety kit for any climber. Specifically designed to act as a friction brake for falling climbers; belay devices single hand idly save thousands of lives each year.
6. Mouthguard– contact sports
The first mouthguard was developed in 1890, nowadays most contact sports encourage the use of mouthguards. However mouthguards aren’t just there to reduce damage to teeth and gums in the event of contact. In sports such as snowboarding and half-pipe skateboarding mouthguards are used to prevent concussion from hits to the jaw.
7. Local knowledge – bull running
The annual festival in San Fermin Spain revolves around one week of festivities where at 8am daily, bulls are released through the town in celebration. Town records show foreigners have been attending since the 17th century. Unfortunately the festival is often marred with tragedy as alcohol and other substances cause partakers to make rash decisions. Get to the event early with a clear mind and knowledge of the route – as escaping could prove more valuable than reaching the end.
8. Compass – mountaineering
Mountaineering is a sport associated with lots of safety equipment. None can be more important that the trusty compass. In conditions of ‘white out’ when no visual reference to the landscape can be made using a compass could be your only way off.
9. Parachute – base jumping
Base jumping is one of the most dangerous sports in the world, since 1981 there have been 147 recorded fatalities. It goes without saying that the parachute is vitally important to ensuring you have a successful jump. Most base jumpers won’t allow anyone other than themselves to prep their parachute. The smallest issue could mean the difference between life and death.
10. A good chutney – cheese rolling
The sport of cheese rolling in Gloucestershire UK dates back to the 1800’s. No one is sure why the sport began but that the idea is to chase a large ‘double Gloucester’ cheese down a hill – the winner taking the cheese as prize. Extreme sport you ask? Over the years due to the steepness of Coopers Hill there have been multiple injuries, added to the fact the cheese can reach speeds of 70mph. Best to bring ankle strapping, crackers and a good chutney!
11. Common sense
By far the most underrated piece of safety equipment is your own common sense. The decision to pull out of a wave or turn your back on a cave is often due to a feeling or a gut reaction. Sometimes you will never know if it was the right thing to do, but at least you will live another day.
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Posted on 08/10/10, filed under Bungee Jumping | No Comments
This sport has become so popular around the world that it’s debatable if it is even considered terribly extreme anymore (heck, driving in any major city is practically an extreme sport nowadays). However, considering that most people are made to fall rather than fly, you could be taking your life into your hands if you elect to seek the thrill of bungee jumping. Whether you’re diving from a platform, a precipice, or a bridge over troubled water, you need to be aware of the dangers involved in this extreme sport and understand the safety measures that are available to anyone who chooses to undertake such a venture. So here are a few tips that will help you prepare for your bungee adventure, or decide if it’s even right for you.
1. Know potential dangers. It’s pretty rare these days to hear about bungee lines snapping, harnesses being improperly connected, or jumpers hitting stationary objects, but these things do happen occasionally. It pays to be aware of the hazards involved in any sport before you make the leap (so to speak).
2. Exercise due diligence. Choosing the right site for a jump could make a big difference in the outcome, so don’t just try a place because you saw their commercial on TV. There are many notable locations throughout the world that offer spectacular views, superior equipment, and a reputation for safety. And while some will allow you to leap off the side of a dam with nothing but rocky terrain waiting below, others have additional measures in place to ensure your continued health and well being (like nets or airbags under the platform). You’ll just have to choose your level of risk.
3. Consider your limitations. If you have certain physical limitations that may inhibit you from bungee jumping, then you should make every effort to find out the risks involved. You should avoid this and other extreme sports if you are pregnant or if you suffer from hypertension, cardiac arrhythmia, disorders of the breathing or circulatory system, or if you have recent or recurrent leg, back, or head injuries.
4. Dress the part. It is recommended that you wear fitted clothing (since loose items can tangle with the line) and eschew any extraneous accessories (glasses, hats, jewelry) that could fall off or cause injury during your jump. Shoes should be of the difficult-to-dislodge variety (flip flops are a no-no).
5. Learn about safety. Most people are perfectly willing to allow someone else to fasten their harness, tie their cables, strap on their helmet, and shove them off a very tall structure. And while it is certainly a good idea to have a professional handy when you’re about to jump off a cliff, most facilities endeavor to give bungee enthusiasts a hand in their own welfare by mandating a safety class before a jump. While the length and content of these sessions may vary from place to place, almost all of them include instruction on the proper usage of equipment (allowing users to take control of their own bodily safety), possible dangers involved in the jump, and what to do in case of equipment malfunction. However, their main emphasis is on prevention, and two sets of eyes on your safety are always better than one.
Author Bio: Sarah Danielson is a writer for Seduction where you can find great tips and advice about the art of seducing your partner.
Posted on 06/10/10, filed under Extreme Sports | No Comments
Prepare yourself for the most exciting, heart pumping and adrenaline flowing experiences of your lifetime. These experiences will give you the ten most extreme thrills imaginable. Whether you prefer to participate in an exciting land, air or water sport, while in Australia, it can be done. Feed the sharks, jump from a plane at 14,000 feet before gliding through the air or drift with the pros. There are enough extreme adventures to keep your excitement level peaking.
1. Drive a V8 race car
The excitement begins as soon as you arrive at the track and get to look at the real V8 race car that you will be behind the wheel of. Every V8 driving day begins with observational laps where experienced V8 drivers demonstrate the skills they have mastered in years. After the briefing, you’ll be behind the wheel of a real V8 race car where you’d be experiencing the actual feeling one gets driving a supercar.
2. Swimming With Sharks and Dolphins
The ultimate water thrill awaits you when you take the opportunity to swim with sharks and dolphins. Experience the excitement of coming face to face with these beautiful marine creatures in their natural habitat. You don’t need to be a professional diver to get this lifetime experience. With experienced instructors accompanying experience seekers, anyone with normal fitness levels can enjoy this activity.
3. Tandem Skydiving
Explore the magnificent beauty of Australia to its fullest from the altitude of 14,000 feet. Tandem skydiving is one of the most popular experiences amongst the Adrenalin junkies. No skydiving experience is required in Tandem Skydiving. You’ll be harnessed with an experienced instructor who will guide you through the whole jump from freefall to the proper landing.
4. Hot Air Ballooning
See the world from birds’ eye view. Flying in hot air balloon is romantic, thrilling, relaxing and exciting all at the same time. Surrender the control of your balloon to the wind and enjoy the spectacular views of the awakening world. Floating in the sky on a majestic hot air balloon, you will view the countryside in a whole different way.
5. Jet Fighters Flight Experience
Jet fighter flights are one of the most thrilling experiences available in Australia, Experience true g forces on your body during your top gun mission as you encounter a whole different view of the sky above. This experience is not for faint-hearted. The jet fighter experience is one of anticipation, excitement and adrenaline flowing. You will be flying at 8000ft and 910km per hour in a modern jet fighter. During the adventure you will experience exciting aerobatic maneuvers and a strike attack, while wearing full military attire.
6. Tank Ride
For approximately twenty minutes you will have the most exiting ride of your life. You will be driving a World War 2 era centurion monster tank weighing over 52 tons and travels over any terrain at speed of 34 Kph. You’ll be riding this tank on a special designed track that has holes, hills and puddles to give you the true exhilarating feeling of driving a tank in the manner in which they were made to be driven.
7. Kite Boarding
The newest extreme sport as well as the most adrenalin pumping water experience. You will be soaring at 40ft in the air with smooth water below. Kite boarding is a combination of the wakeboarding, snowboarding, windsurfing and surfing rolled up into one adventure providing you with the exhilarating rush of doing everything at once.
8. Trapeze Learn to Fly Experience
Learning to fly on a trapeze is a great experience to build confidence and strength of body and mind. Experienced trapeze instructors will teach all you need to know to experience the thrill of a trapeze performer. After learning the basic skills, you can show off your learned tricks, including swinging and releasing for advanced maneuvers.
9. Waterskiing
If gliding across the water, feeling the rush of the being pulled to your feet, is your idea of excitement, look no further than a waterskiing adventure for two on the river. You will be gliding across the water while being pulled by a ski nautique boat.
10. Drifting
Prepare to take your extreme experiences to a whole new level by drifting in customized cars built for this purpose. The full day of experience will begin with a demo from the experienced drivers who will teach you how to drift. After the basic lessons you will take the wheel to begin the thrill you have waited a lifetime for.
Author Bio: Teena Celis works for Adrenalin, a leading gift ideas provider offering more than 2,000 experiences all across Australia.
