Xtreemo Blog

Blog posts about locations we visited and extreem sports we love.

Pros and cons of self-organizing trips

Pros and cons of self-organizing trips

Most of us love to travel - especially with all of the amazing extreme sports that can be practiced all around the world and all the beautiful places we can visit. And before COVID hit the world we did it regularly. Low-cost flights made it possible after the year 2000 and millions of people got to see their dream destinations in real life. But before the trip itself comes, there is the time of planning! And we’re here to share some secrets on how you can do it yourself - and succeed!

What is caving and why do people love it?

What is caving and why do people love it?

We all know about caves - those natural voids in the ground, usually situated in mountains, that offer exciting experiences for tourists. Most spaces on the surface of the earth that are wide enough for a person to get into are qualified as caves. Do you know though, that there is a whole extreme sport revolving around them? We’re here to tell you about all the specific reasons why people love it - and why you also should!

Is paddleboarding an extreme sport?

Is paddleboarding an extreme sport?

Have you ever heard of paddleboarding? It may not be your first choice for an extreme sport, but as an activity, it is totally worth trying and possibly - falling in love with! Here’s all you should know about it! Paddleboarding is a relatively new sport. Тhere are a number of disputes about its origin. Some say the first paddleboard has its roots in the 1930s, while others classify it as a way younger sport and say it has begun developing around the year 2000. Either way, if we have to give it a short description, it will be as follows: a water sport that you can practice in big bodies of water: lakes, seas, and oceans, or small ones where there are no strong currents.

Which extreme sports can be practiced all year long?

Which extreme sports can be practiced all year long?

Most extreme sports are seasonal, while the passion for them simply does not fade, for hobbyists and professionals alike. Of course, if you have the financial means to travel all year long to all the best places, your problems are pretty much solved. Unfortunately though, especially in the recent COVID times, this is either very difficult or downright impossible for some countries.This is why we have gathered in one place a list of all the extreme sports that you can practice throughout the whole year - one way or another!

Extreme sports in the time of Covid - what travelers for sport need to know

Extreme sports in the time of Covid - what travelers for sport need to know

There is no point to deny it: in 2020 we woke up one morning to find the world has changed because of a new virus. Even as it spread, we had never dreamed it would block the whole Earth and most activities deemed normal so far for a very, very long time. This continues even today in a lot of countries with the pandemic’s ups and downs in numbers. In these uncertain times when even everyday sports activities were a faraway dream at some points, you can’t help but ask yourself: how can I travel for my extreme sports practices and needs?

Top 7 places for powder skiing

Top 7 places for powder skiing

When it comes to skiing, one of the most enjoyable and most desired moments is when fresh snow has fallen and we’re right there - ready to try out this precious, fluffy white surface with our skis! The good news is there are still quite a few places in the world, where powder skiing is an experience you can enjoy to the fullest! Our team selected the top ones for you where you can create your most precious powder ski moments!

How to pick a ski set

How to pick a ski set

People say that skiing is one of the very few ways in the world to feel like you have wings. We would lie if we say we don’t agree! No matter the reason you’ve decided to try it out if you loved it - and we’re 99% you did, then there is a very good chance you’re searching for your first ski set! And we’re here to help you in the process of choosing!

Mountain biking 101

Mountain biking 101

An exciting outdoor activity that gives a rush of adrenaline - this is a pretty good way to describe mountain biking. In reality, though, it’s an amazing, thrilling experience you wouldn’t be able to get enough of as soon as you try it! Here’s why!

Best tips for first-time skiers

Best tips for first-time skiers

Winter is coming and you can’t wait for the snow to fall so you can hit the slopes? Or you’re planning a holiday to a good winter sports destination just to try skiing for the first time? No matter what the case is if you’re trying skiing for the first time this year, this article is just for you! We know it may be terrifying, but we’re here to guide you through the process so it can become a terrific experience instead!