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Rough-terrain unicycling

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George Peck has become skilled at mountain unicycling, also known as 'muni,' on the rough terrain of Seward, AK. He believes that the sport is relatively safe and that mental skill and rhythm are more important than strength. An obstacle as small as a pebble can cause a unicyclist to fall.

Author: Finkel, Michael
Publisher: Atlantic Monthly Company
Publication Name: The Atlantic Monthly
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1072-7825
Year: 1997
Behavior, Personalities, All terrain cycling, Peck, George

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Tree surfing and other lofty pleasures

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The growing popularity of tree climbing among adults has led to the formation of a 600-member organization, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Tree Climbers International represents efforts of technical tree climbers to promote their sport.

Author: Finkel, Michael
Publisher: Atlantic Monthly Company
Publication Name: The Atlantic Monthly
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1072-7825
Year: 1998
Social aspects, Tree climbing

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The world's toughest competition

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The annual Army Ranger competition at Fort Benning, GA, is a grueling sporting contest that crams 12 events into 2.5 days. Two-man teams compete in events that include a physical fitness test, rifle marksmanship and a nighttime foot march.

Author: Finkel, Michael
Publisher: Atlantic Monthly Company
Publication Name: The Atlantic Monthly
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1072-7825
Year: 1995
Competitions, United States. Army, Endurance sports, College sports, Commando troops

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