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Books in Incredibly Insane Sports series

  • Base Jumping

    Jessica Cohn

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2013)
    Looks at the history of BASE jumping and discusses how and where people train for it, safety issues, equipment needed, and the challenges unique to this extreme sport.
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  • Free Running

    Jessica Cohn

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2013)
    Looks at the history of free running and discusses how and where people train for it, safety issues, equipment needed, and the challenges unique to this extreme sport.
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  • Rodeo

    Jessica Cohn

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2013)
    Looks at the history of rodeo and discusses how and where people train for it, safety issues, equipment needed, and the challenges unique to this sport.
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  • Mountain Climbing

    Jessica Cohn

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2013)
    Looks at the history of mountain climbing and discusses how and where people train for it, safety issues, equipment needed, and the challenges unique to this extreme sport.
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  • BMX

    Jessica Cohn

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2013)
    Discusses the world of BMX riding.
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  • Road Cycling

    Anne Flounders

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2013)
    Introduces cycling, discusses the history of bicycles and racing, and describes its parts and the materials used to make them.
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  • Rodeo

    Jessica Cohn

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2013)
    Man has long tried to tame the wild of nature. At the rodeo, cowboys battle nature eight seconds at a time. Readers discover the history of the rodeo and its origins in the American West. Professional bull riders to the spectators that cheer them on, this book gives readers an in-depth look at all things rodeo. Full-color photographs show the gravity-defying feats of the rodeo, while educating readers on the science the sport. Interactive challenges to encourage the exercise of both body and mind are also provided.
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  • BMX

    Jessica Cohn

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2013)
    Bicycles are a great way to get from place to place, but BMX riders are all about style. Readers will discover the high-flying world of BMX through exciting text. The history of the sport is on full display, along with its most exciting riders. Full-color photographs show the gravity-defying feats of BMX while educating readers on the science the sport. Interactive challenges, to encourage the exercise of both body and mind, are also provided.
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  • Base Jumping

    Jessica Cohn

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2013)
    BASE Jumping is the ultimate adrenaline rush. Leaping off a bridge or cliff with nothing but a parachute is thrilling, but a risk few are willing to take. Readers will dive headfirst into the world of BASE jumping through exciting and engaging text. Find out what surfaces BASE jumpers jump off of, and what risks they take for a thrill. Full-color photographs show the gravity-defying feats of BASE jumping while educating readers on the science of the sport. Interactive challenges to encourage exercise of both body and mind are also provided.
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  • Road Cycling

    Ann Flounders

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2013)
    There are over a billion bicycles on the road worldwide, but only a select few push their bikes to the limit. Readers will explore the world of road cycling, and be provided with some of the most famous races and racers in the world. Full-color photographs show the gravity-defying feats of road cycling, while educating readers on the science the sport. Each book also provides interactive challenges to encourage the exercise of both body and mind.
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  • Free Running

    Jessica Cohn

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2013)
    Where ordinary people see walls and railings, some athletes see a challenge. Readers will discover who those athletes arefree runners. Using a mix of gymnastics and running, these daring few will guide you through the history of this high-flying world. Full-color photographs show the gravity-defying feats of free running, while educating readers on the science the sport. Each book also provides interactive challenges to encourage the exercise of both body and mind.
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    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub, )
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