Extreme air sports such base jumping, skydiving, bungee jumping, and gliding can be a rush. Jump overboard and explore the world from the eyes of an extreme athlete.

"Faced with one of the toughest winter environments in the world, competitors in the Iditarod Trail Invitational need to have what it takes to survive the brutal conditions of the frozen Alaskan wilderness. This title introduces readers to a race that follows the same path as the famous Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, but instead features human competitors trying to make it through this month-long test on their feet, bikes, or skis. The title features...

"With three grueling events combined into one energy-draining test of endurance, an Ironman triathlon pushes some of the top swimmers, runners, and bicyclists to their physical limits. This title introduces readers to a series of races that grew from a humble beginning in Hawaii in the 1970s to a global race series that captures the imagination of fans worldwide."--

"Could you vault over a brick wall? Imagine landing the huge jump. Then it's on to the next obstacle. Leaping over stairs. Flipping over ledges. Big jumps and acrobatic moves. What a rush! Parkour and freerunning are full of thrills, adventures, and no shortage of dangers. Struggling and reluctant readers get detailed knowledge of the skills and equipment needed to succeed at these extreme sports. Action-packed photography, leveled text, and infographics...

"Get your heart racing with BASE jumping, the extreme sport of leaping off fixed objects with a parachute. Struggling and reluctant readers will discover the skills and equipment needed to land safely. Includes a table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index"--