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

Alpine skiing

Alpine skiing, also known as downhill skiing, is no exception to the rule that any sport that depends on nature is already in a precarious position. In addition to staying calm while using fixed heel bindings to accelerate downhill, there are numerous other risks to think about.

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Skiing on icy mountains can be dangerous even for seasoned professionals like Olympic medalist Lindsey Vonn. Depending on the area, avalanches, as well as falling rocks or trees, can occur at any time. Even though there are fewer deaths in this sport than in others, the risks still exist. Continue reading below.