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The thing I'd do first is skydiving if I was braver. That must be an unbelievable thrill, up so high and free as a bird. You would think some people are doomed as they free fall down into caves and their parachutes open just as it's getting dark. Rock climbing also looks thrilling, even though I wouldn't like to climb those high peaks like K2. Mountain climbing in Force 10 winds and frostbite eating at your toes doesn't really appeal. I'm also far too claustrophobic for pot holing and the thought of cave diving fills me with dread.

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Almost every sort of water adventure sports are offered in beach resorts around the world. I do feel lazy, lying there whilst everyone else is jet skiing, parasailing, wind surfing and otherwise whizzing around. The most activity I indulge in on a beach is a hearty game of volleyball. I may fling a Frisbee from time to time. I want to do something but then it's so nice to soak up the sunshine and there is also all that food and drink to consume.

Hang gliding or a trip in a hot air balloon doesn't go along with my fear of heights. My idea of relaxing time is not traveling in a wicker basket under a flammable, gas filled balloon. I'm sure it's thrilling but I would be on constant guard for electricity pylons, not to mention a abrupt drop in pressure to send me falling back to earth. Adventuresports like that are made for brave, optimistic people with good insurance policies.

I am hoping that one day someone will invent a hologram suite, you know, just like the ones in the Star Trek movies. These are programmed virtual realities, in which you can ski down the side of a mountain at maximum speed and arrive at the bottom to no harm. That's because the mountain isn't truly there. Nothing is real but it seems just like reality. In other words, it's all the thrills without the spills. If I wanted, I could do any adventure sports then and maybe even create a few new ones. Until that time, I will observe others do their hot dog tricks and bungee jump from high places. Does driving into the city and back count as adventure sports these days? Well good luck and have fun in choosing the adventure sport of your choice my friend!