What Makes A Sport Extreme?
What exactly is an “extreme” sport, and why in the world would anyone want to try them? Well, an extreme sport could be considered anything that provides the participant with that extra adrenaline rush, often from some added element of danger, whether it’s height, speed, or intensity. Take biking, for an example. Typically, people get on a regular road bike or mountain bike, strap on their helmet and start riding. The extreme sports enthusiast would be likely to take this activity a step further, riding their mountain bike through varied and difficult terrain, or riding at speeds that most would consider at least scary, if not downright unsafe. Regular people ride in airplanes, extreme sports enthusiasts jump out of them. The rush of free falling for a full minute before pulling the ripcord and releasing a parachute is usually the draw for this activity. Regular people may hike up a mountain, with a small backpack full of maps, snacks, and water. Extreme sports enthusiasts climb to the
