The 29 Most Dangerous Sports In The World, From Skydiving To Heliskiing

Mountain climbing

One of the riskiest sports is perhaps mountaineering. Numerous brave people embark on climbing trips every year and discover how to overcome ice and snow. Most accidents occur when people trip or fall on a rock or sheet of ice, but the risk doesn't end there.

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Being so high up in the mountains reduces oxygen levels and increases the chance of getting caught in an avalanche. Mountaineers must exercise enormous caution because the risks of outdoor life can be countless, including things like cold, frostbite, and even getting lost in the void of white. Continue reading below.