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An Extreme Sports App Is An Invaluable Resource For Adventure Seekers

By Tonia Michael


Extreme sports have rapidly gained strong popularity around the world. Snow skiers, surfers, sky jumpers, base jumpers, hang gliders, scuba divers, skate boarders, MTB riders are just some of the enthusiasts that relish taking their sporting skills to the limit. There are many examples of an extreme sports app. They have all been developed as tools to help adventurers get the most out of their pursuits.

These handy tools help adrenalin-seeking adventurers find new spots, track their progress, record their best moments as well as keep safe in emergency situations. Some of them are free, others are paid. All of them take advantage of the wide range of clever technologies in the iPhone.

The Extreme Sports Map is a leading example. Tens of thousands of locations all over the planet are pinpointed on the map. It shows surf breaks, skate spots, bike trails and other extreme locations. New entries are constantly added as recommended by athletes; riders for riders and skaters for skaters. Geo-location allows them to find spots nearby their location.

Ski Track is made especially for snow skiers and snow boarders. The app transforms a mobile phone into a speedometer. Its main concern is speed. It documents the speed traveled by a skier or boarder carrying the phone. It logs distance traveled, average and maximum seeds, altitude climbed and other related data. The software will end all arguments among buddies about who moved the fastest along the piste or through the back country.

Best Session Ever is useful for all thrill-seeking sports freaks, from skate boarder to hang glider, from diver to jumper. It allows athletes to record, log and easily share their best sporting moments with family and buddies, using Facebook if they wish. The app cements experience into into a a permanent record, complete with tracking and geo-location. The software is easy to use.

Best Session Ever has established a sizable athletic community all around the globe. The software can benefit all community members in a very, customized specific way. For instance, each member can search out the latest locations recommended by other members. The data logger (or recorder) functionality allows members to track personal progress; pinpoint what they enjoyed and where they enjoyed it; document it in images and text and then easily share that record with others.

Another general app designed for the safety-conscious, thrill-seeking junkie. When the unthinkable happens, things can go wrong; then you want Rescue. It can make the difference between life and death. In an emergency situation, the software sets off alarms, flashlights and even activates GPS tracking to help alert rescue teams determine your whereabouts and guide a recovery effort. It sends emergency messages to personal contacts with your location details. It also offers auto-dial to emergency services based on your location without any need to look up the numbers. If you really want to be prepared when you run into trouble, get Rescue.

There is sure to be an extreme sports app that is right for you. Literally hundreds are available from the Apple App store. Each one helps you push the limits of the sport a little further. The right one for you will help you realize your potential and achieve your goals.




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