Extreme Sports

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