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Skydive initiative helps French cancer patients ‘jump into life’

Tia Chaumeret, who launched the scheme aged just 16, says participants find it liberating and a moment when they leave their illness behind

French mountain weather expert predicts ‘good winter snow’

A highly-respected French meteorologist and mountaineering weather expert has said that autumn in France will be mild but rainy, followed by good snow in ski stations from mid-November onwards.

US visa opens up new kayak challenges

Extreme canoeist Nouria Newman is in search of new adventures after managing to be recognised as a sports professional and getting a visa for the US, The Connexion discovers

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7,700m skydives to take place for first time in France

Members of the public will be able to parachute from an altitude of 7,700 metres for the first time ever in France, this September - nearly double the usual height, and including a free fall of two minutes.

100 mountains, 10 days: the ultimate test of endurance

A brave group of cyclists are preparing to tackle 100 mountain climbs in the Pyrenees in just 10 days, spending up to 10 hours a day in the saddle – and it is uphill all the way. Participants come from all over Europe and the US to take part in this bicycle challenge.

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Skydive initiative helps French cancer patients ‘jump into life’

French mountain weather expert predicts ‘good winter snow’

US visa opens up new kayak challenges

7,700m skydives to take place for first time in France

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