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Urban Sports
- Thursday, 04 Feb 2010 in Land
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“Urban sports are much safer, when compared to extreme sports. You can probably guess by the name, extreme sports involve much greater dangers. In many cases, the execution for extreme sports is hazardous and involves more skill. The human limit is constantly being tested and pushed in extreme sports. The return for taking on such risks is an irreplaceable adrenalin rush.
If you are thinking of taking up a sport, start by assessing the activities in your area. It could be street soccer, skateboarding, stunt biking, or even basketball. As long as the sport takes place in the city, it’s considered an urban sport. Take note of the similarities from these sports activities.”
Get prepared for urban sports with the full article.
Tags: Extreme Sports, Skateboarding, Urban Sports
Mountain Bike Fanatic?
- Wednesday, 03 Feb 2010 in Land
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I came across this site from Whistler (which I’ve always associated more with deep powder, but of course there have to be plenty of summer sports!), which appears to cover anything Mountain Bike.
Pages:
- News (pictures)
- Reviews (helpful and indepth)
- Trails (with a starring system for how good they are)
- Photos (if you lust after cogs, these are for you)
- Videos (crazy stuff)
- and lots of opportunities to interact with other bike heads!
Visit the site, which describes itself as: “WhistlerMountainBike.com is a site focused on biking in Whistler. Featuring videos, photography, guest rider stories, reviews and covering all aspects of mountain biking we strive to be your information source for all things mountain biking in Whistler.”
Last Chance to Apply for Active Women Funding
- Monday, 01 Feb 2010 in Charity
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Sport England’s chairman, Richard Lewis, has urged sports projects not to miss this week’s Active Women funding programme deadline.
Applications to the fund – which will invest in projects and programmes targeting women from disadvantaged communities and women caring for children under 16 – must be received by 5pm on Wednesday 3 February 2010.
“This is a real chance to create new opportunities for women whose circumstances make it more difficult or less appealing for them to play sport,” said Richard. “I am calling on all community groups and sectors, especially those who work with these women but who may not have considered applying for sports funding before, to submit relevant applications for high quality projects.”
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Segway personal transportation
- Saturday, 30 Jan 2010 in Super Fun Days Out
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On our site we have some of the most hits around this growing phenomena called ….. Segway Racing. Heard of it? I was recently lucky enough to go to the US to visit family when all of a sudden there were about 7 people just bombing down this road. When I say bombing it, I don’t mean 70mph, but easily 15ish mph, which I imagine on 2 wheels and holding on to handle bars (white knuckle ride) would be quite exciting. Although they were just on the road. This got me thinking of some questions:
- Are they legal to ride on the roads if so how old do you have to be?
- How fast do they actually go?
- How much do they cost to buy?
Here are the answers to the best of Google’s knowledge:
- While in general no state prohibitions exist in the United States, local regulations may exist. We recommend that you check your local regulations prior to use in public areas. An updated list of domestic regulations by state is available at http://www.segway.com/regulatory.
- Between 6 and 12.5 mph (so 15ish was a reasonable guess).
- Between $4500 and $6500.
If you want more answers a great link is http://www.segway.com/support/faqs.php.
If you have used these I would love to hear from you as it is very much a growing sport over here but the trend may catch on as we have a relatively small island compared to the states.
Mongolia: TeamGotMilk
- Tuesday, 26 Jan 2010 in Event
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Craig Philbrick and Matthew Scarfe are taking part in the famous 2010 Mongol Rally, in a team named “Got Milk“.
“The world is just a little bit too safe. Gone are the days where the edge of the map called you forth to discover what lay beyond – satellite maps and GPS have it laid out before you leave the armchair. What if you want things to go wrong? What if you want a bit of unknown in a world full health and safety measures? What if the words “adventure travel” conjure images of old ladies on a guided tour to Everest base camp with all the danger and real adventure neatly removed? What you need is the Mongol Rally.
Imagine yourself in the middle of the gargantuan Kazakh desert, your car slowly being shredded by the dirt track your map says is a motorway, completely lost hundreds of miles from civilisation with no back up crew to rescue you. Just you, your wits, your increasingly brown pants, a car that the laws of physics say shouldn’t have got you past Peckham Rye and a slightly angry looking man with a gun.
If this all conspires to make you think, “my goodness that’s a terribly silly idea” the Mongol Rally is probably not your cup of salted Mongolian tea. If, on the other hand, you think “hang on by gad, that’s exactly what I need”, you’ve found your calling, so read on to find out what you’ll be doing next summer.”
The event is not just for adventure, but Team Got Milk are taking part in aid of Mercy Corps… and they’re still seeking sponsorship.
“A third of the way around the earth, from Europe to Mongolia via a plethora of countries most people haven’t heard of in a car that has an engine with no bigger than 1 litre. Starting from England, Spain and Italy, the rally finishes in the Mongolian capital Ulaan Baatar around four weeks and a whole heap of adventure later. It’s between about 8 and 10,000 miles depending on the route you choose to throw your trusty steed at. We don’t believe in telling you what to do or where to go as this is supposed to be an adventure not a cosy guided driving tour, so the world is pretty much your oyster.”
Team Got Milk on Facebook, and whilst you’re at it, check out SFDO’s Facebook page.
Flickr: Above the Half Pipe
- Sunday, 24 Jan 2010 in Snow, Snowsports
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This absolutely amazing picture is one which was highlighted on a recent Flickr blog entry: “Above the Half Pipe“. Some awesome pics – check them out.
Whiteair 2010: Earlybird Tickets
- Saturday, 23 Jan 2010 in Event
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White Air was founded in 1997 by extreme sportsman Nigel Howell. Starting as a wind and surf-based event due to the attraction of the UK’s superb beaches, it has rapidly expanded and now is the most prestigious international festival on the calendar involving some 40 sports on water, land, beach and in the air – combined with arts, music fringes, and extensive entertainment including the awesome Live Stage which features 2 huge nights of music on the beach front with top level groups each year. Event held in Brighton, West Sussex.
Watch the video from last year, and take the opportunity to sign up for an Early Bird ticket for 2010 (if the dates are anything like last year, expecting weekend of 18/19 September):
“Here will be chances to try the gear from various manufacturers but also the chance to learn the art of Mountain Boarding and ride the hill, join in the Skate clinics, Parkour and the art of free running, Thundercat Powerboats, Paragliding, Winddisc, or learn the basics of Kitesurfing, Windsurfing and Surfing, have a go on the Mountain Bike trials course, introductory in Land Yachting, or even to have a go at Paddle Surfing, try the Aqua Skipper, Paramotoring, Flyjumping, Land Windsurfing and the Camtrike! And if you still have the energy why not try and climb the wall!. If you fancy something less energetic why not try out our Graffitti workshop, the Freequay Tent or Digital Dj Mixing with the top pros!”
Eastbourne Extreme: 17th & 18th July 2010
- Friday, 22 Jan 2010 in Event
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Eastbourne Extreme is one of the biggest FREE extreme sports festivals in the UK. Featuring a huge line up of air, land and water based outdoor pursuits, it takes place over 2 days on Eastbourne’s Eastern seafront from 10am to 5pm each day. Enjoy the music video from last year (warning: some explicit lyrics):
Attractions
Take advantage of free have a go taster sessions, see exciting demonstrations and cheer on national competitions from:
- UKWA windsurfing
- Thundercat Powerboat Racing
- Sailing at Spray Watersports Centre
- Jet ski displays
- Seated rowing
- In-line Skating displays
- BMX bike displays including the Animal Relentless Bike Tour
- Urban Shadows Parkour (free running)
- Land yachting
- Kite Buggies, Kite Flyers and Kite Surfing
- VW Bus Stop tour
Also features EBM Live music event on the Extreme stage, plus shops, food stalls and children’s rides.
Visit the website for more information.
What’s your adrenalin rush?
- Thursday, 21 Jan 2010 in Land
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The signs are plastered on mountain bikes, skateboards and surfboards everywhere: “If you’re not on the edge you’re taking up too much space”, “Face your fears. Live your dreams”, “You have no friends at 200mph”.
Extreme sports slogans have never impressed me, especially those that implore me to jump off buildings or bungee platforms. I’m a sedentary sort of person; an adrenalin rush for me is drinking milk past its use-by date or returning my DVDs a day late. Danger isn’t my middle name.
It is slightly odd, then, that I find myself in a nappy and dangling from the edge of a 10-metre cliff with only a rope as thick as my thumb stopping me from splattering on to the rocks below.
I’m abseiling in the Glenworth Valley, a 50-minute drive north of Sydney. I’m not here to conquer my fear of heights or yell “gnarly” as I jump off a cliff. I’m looking into some unusual family history.
Read full story or try Abseiling in the UK.
