BMXAn in depth survey of the popular extreme sport of bicycle motocross, from its teenaged origins to its current Olympic presence, as well as its rules, records, and famous bikers. Part of the Odysseys in Extreme Sports series From the soaring heights achieved by skydivers to the hazardous stunts performed by BMX riders, some sports are characterized by their high degree of risk. Odysseys in Extreme Sports invites advanced readers, whether typically

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