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Describes the history, equipment, and techniques of hot air ballooning and examines some of its competitions and popular locations.

Examines the history, equipment, and techniques of mountain biking and identifies organizations associated with the sport.

Describes the history, equipment, and techniques of skateboarding.

Describes the history, equipment, and techniques of skydiving.

Describes the history, equipment, and techniques of windsurfing and examines some of its competitions and popular locations.

Introduces the relatively new sports of freestyle skiing and snowboarding.

Describes the history, equipment, and techniques of waterskiing and kneeboarding.

Describes the beginning of motocross racing in the 1970s; the special bikes and tracks; the race with its turns, bumps, and passing; and the need for protective clothing. Includes a glossary of terms.

Describes the Japanese art and sport of judo including a brief history, preparation for training, and techniques of the various throws. Includes a glossary of terms.

Describes preparation for and techniques of various styles of kung fu, a Chinese martial art practiced in fighting and self-defense.