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Street Luge Can Be an Exciting New Challenge for You

Posted on 15. Jan, 2010 by Harold Kramer in Extreme Adventures

Looking for a new challenge in your life? Maybe you have tried everything you can think of and need a new exciting hobby. If you like to try new things, it might be time to check out the sport of street luge. Street luge originated in California by skateboarders reaching greater speeds while lying down on their skateboard. Since then, it has become its own sport with the first professional race being held back in 1975. Races are won by reaching the highest speed possible and surpassing other racers. Participants use a street luge board to travel on a paved road or course.

Unfortunately things like the X-games have slowed the sports growth because it is not a stadium-based game. However, the sport is very popular in many countries and there are many active street luge riders throughout the world. Street lugers ride their sled while lying on their back with their feet first. The body of the sled can be made of steel, aluminum, wood, or carbon fibre. Most are custom made to maximize speed and reduce wind resistance. Safety equipment is necessary and includes a hard shell helmet, goggles, a leather or Kevlar racing suit and gloves, and sturdy shoes. Courses can be set up on mountain roads or on some city streets. Races may be timed with single or double elimination rounds.

Street luge can be one of the most intense extreme adventures and is perfect for anyone who likes an adrenaline rush and traveling at high speeds. It is a challenging sport that can be dangerous and requires skill to maneuver the board using body movement. This sport provides the ultimate adrenaline rush and is very appealing to anyone who loves risk. It can test your physical ability and challenge you on a level that most sports cannot. Try it today and you will definitely not be disappointed.

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