Volcano Boarding

As if the idea of a venomous, lava-spitting volcano isn’t enough of a thrill, there is a truly adventurous brand of adrenaline junkies who travel all the way to the foothills of Nicaragua’s Cerro Negro mountain every year simply to take part in this latest sporting craze.


Volcano boarding involves racing down the face of a 2,380-foot volcano at speeds as high as 80 kmh on special plywood boards made especially for the sport. The participant’s only protection is provided by his protective jumpsuit, helmet and kneepads. Still not extreme enough for you? The volcano is active--enough said!
 
 
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