Snowboard Superpipe

By Darice Bailer

Did you know that snowboard superpipe athletes can spin around three or more times in midair before landing safely? They launch themselves high above the superpipe and perform tricks such as the double cork 1080 and backside air. Some of the best riders compete in top events such as the Winter X Games and the Winter Olympics. Enter the Extreme Winter Sports Zone to learn about the history, gear, moves, competitions, and top athletes connected to snowboard superpipe. You'll discover: - How athletes practice stunning snowboard superpipe tricks. - Where the biggest and toughest competitions are held. - How to stay safe while racing up the icy wall of a superpipe. - How some of the world's best snowboard superpipe athletes learned their incredible moves. Are you into sports? Then get in the zone

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1467707546
• ISBN13: 9781467707541
• Release Date: August 2013
• Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.7" x 9.5"
• Age Range: 9 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 9