Extreme sports encompass an ever-changing array of action sports that usually involve some sort of danger, height, speed, or wild tricks. There are a number of sports that are usually considered extreme including, but not limited to, skateboarding, snowboarding, BMX, and surfing. In many cases, extreme sports are not enjoyed for the competition, but for the rush or excitement of the activity itself. Most extreme sports are individual sports. The competition of an extreme sport usually involves a race between competitors or a judged competition where judges give points for the best tricks or stunts. Often extreme sports are considered newer sports or non-conventional sports
Extreme sports and extreme sports competitions are performed all over the world and during all seasons. One of the biggest venues for extreme sports is the X Games. The X Games is a televised series of competitions based around various extreme sports. There is a Winter X Games and a Summer X Games, kind like the Olympics each games focuses on sports for the season. They are each held once a year in different cities. Also, like the Olympics, the X Games awards bronze, silver, and gold medals for each event.
Extreme summer sports:
BMX In-Line Skating MotoX Skateboarding Surfing
Extreme winter sports:
Skiing Snowboarding Snowmobile
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