Paragliding + Skiing = A hell of a way to get your kicks

Yep, you read that right. High up in the mountains a brave few are combining two already-dangerous sports, skiing and parachuting, to create a truly ridiculous pastime – speedriding. And you’re going to love it.

Gliding and sliding through the Alpine town of Avoriaz at breakneck speeds, athlete (and my new hero) Valentin Delluc skims rooftops, grinds along chairlift cables, and even negotiates a tunnel in this short video.

Check it out below:

 

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