Extreme Sports events around the world!!!

Hell’s Gate, Tuscany, Italy

Tucked away in the picturesque mountains of Tuscany, the Hell's Gate is one of the most difficult races Enduro (racing bikes) in the world. The game is designed by the legend of the sport Fabio Fasola, who wanted to make a distinction between good and amazing riders Enduro. The Gate of Hell continues to fulfill the purpose of each year, and it is characteristic that in 2010 only 2 of the 103 participants were able to complete the journey without leaving due to adverse conditions.

Artistic Wingsuit Competition, Siofolk, Hungary

Not bird, not a plane, it's a flying man. Okay, not exactly flying, at least not without the help of a special mission on behalf wingsuit. Several such flying can be seen in the sky of the city Siofolk visit to Hungary if the annual competition Wingsuit. Participants jump into the void of heights and wildly until you open your parachute and land safely on the ground, engaged in all sorts of spectacular stunts and breathtaking, with the help of these special uniforms. The free flights are graded by a committee and the winner (or winners if they are in pairs), is the one who collects the most points.

Ice Climbing World Cup, Kirov, Russia

Rock climbing can be for some a fairly popular hobby. But add a little ice and then you are dealing with a completely different sport. To climb a smooth wall of ice, with nothing but two hooks and shoes with nails may seem inconceivable to most, for the participants of the 2012 World Cup ice climbing though, is still a challenge. The best ice climbers are-at least-acrobats, after maneuvering on the ice with great flexibility, strength and plenty of courage.

UIAA Ice ClimbingWorld Cup in Kirov 2012 | Official Movie 

Badwater Ultramarathon, California, USA

Forget what you know about the marathon Olympic Games. In this marathon, things are a little different. The Badwater Ultramarathon is held every year in Death Valley, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, while the total distance traveled by participants is a tough 217 km. The race starts from a point located 86 meters below sea level at the location Badwater Basin, to reach an altitude of 2,548 meters at the location Whitney Portal. The prize? Hold. A medal and recognition for participation in the most hardcore marathon in the world.

The X Games, LA, USA

Perhaps the most mainstream event of its kind, gathers annually lovers everywhere BMX, the motocross, the rally and of course skateboarding. The races run every year by the colossal television network ESPN and have become so famous that now organized in other countries than the U.S., such as France and China. Impressive figures of two (or four) wheels, "airy" tricks with the skateboard boards and dozens of new tricks from the professionals.

Edited by:

Maria Vafea