Ensure You Have The Correct Insurance Before Taking Part In Any Sport

Hi guys, I don't know how many of you have heard of Colin McKay, but if you haven't, he is a professional skateboarder. He started his career in 1992 and during his time he has suffered his fair share of injuries. In fact throughout his career he has suffered from a total of 8 major shoulder injuries as well as other common skating related injuries.

Colin as with any other professional knows the risk of sports like this and so should you. All professional athletes ensure they have the correct level of sports insurance before they take part in their sports for when these injuries do occur. 

Do you have sports insurance in place? If you take part in sport regularly then you should have, but if you don't, make sure you visit us online today to find out about the adventure cover sports insurance we can provide. http://www.sportscoverdirect.com/products. Alternatively, email us on sales@sportscoverdirect.com for further information.

Surfing Fans Beware Be Careful Even In The Most Calmest Of Waves!

Surfing is an extremely popular adventure sport that is enjoyed by many people all over the world, especially those that that are lucky enough to live in sunny climates. Many surfers assume that they are safe in the smaller waves; however they couldn't be more wrong! 

The majority of surfing injuries actually occur in smaller waves and the most common maneuver leading to an injury is the take off! So to all of those looking forward to a summer surfing holiday this year don’t let your guard down be careful even in the calmest of waves!

Protect Yourself Against Injuries

Every year the amount of people participating in adventure sports grows and with this increase, unfortunately so does the more injuries being sustained. One of the best things you can do to protect yourself from the risk of injury is wear the correct protective gear for the sport you are taking part in. This can often include protective helmets, protective gloves, pads and more!

Adventure Sports Insurance

The term adventure sport is used to describe sports that involve higher risk elements than the so called ordinary sports, as these types of activities often involve heights, high speeds and pushing yourself to the limit, both mentally and physically. Although these sports are dangerous and risky, there are millions of people worldwide that choose to participate in adventure sports to improve their motivation, increase their physical abilities and to experience the adrenaline rush that is often associated with high risk sports.

At SportsCover Direct we are able to provide a number of adventure cover policies that cover adventure sports such as kayaking, kite surfing, rock climbing and many more. To view the full list of sports we can provide adventure cover for visit the following link.http://www.sportscoverdirect.com/action/browse.py/searchsport?product=2

There’s No Such Thing As A Risk FREE Sport!

There are hundreds of different injuries that can be picked up if you take part in sports, ranging from minor injuries such as muscle strains to the  more major injuries such as broken bones.

Most sport injuries occur during falls, collisions or overexertion, and thankfully fatal injuries are extremely rare! It doesn't make a difference which sports are your preference, whether it is basketball or a more extreme sport like snowboarding, with every sport there is a risk of injury. 

Here at SportsCover Direct we highly recommend sports insurance to anyone participating in any type of sport on a regular basis. Even if you think the sport you play is risk free, it is better to be fully protected rather than leaving yourself liable for expenses should the unexpected happen and an injury occurs!

Remember No sport is risk free! To find out more about sports insurance visit our website at http://www.sportscoverdirect.com or feel free to call us today on 0845 120 6400

Extreme Sports For Charity!

A huge number of people have started taking part in extreme sports activities to raise money for their favorite charities! The most popular forms of extreme sports participated in for charity tends to be bungee jumping and sky diving. 

Those taking part in an extreme sport for the very first time find that committing themselves to participating in either of these sports to raise money for charity, provides them with the extra motivation they need to push themselves to the absolute limit and fight the first time nerves when the time comes!

Sporting charity events such as these offer those with thrill seeking goals, the perfect opportunity to achieve their own personal goals whilst at the same time raising money for a good cause. Taking part in extreme sports for charity has become so popular that there are even companies such as http://www.ukbungee.co.uk/content/5/charity-bungee-jumps that dedicate themselves specifically to charity bungee jumps!

There have been many successful bungee jumps in the UK, including a group of soldiers who managed to raise £3,000 for help the heroes by jumping 200ft from a crane! You can read their story by visiting the following link http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/blyth-pub-locals-make-charity-1404855

Once you have achieved your sporting or thrill seeking goals, especially when it’s for a good cause there’s no better feeling in the World! So if there is an extreme sport (such as bungee jumping or sky diving) you have always wanted to participate in, why not give it a go? and do it for a good cause! Enjoy the thrill of taking part in a new sport whilst at the same time raising money for charity.

Injuries Can Be Sustained In Any Sport Not Just The More Extreme Or Adventurous Sports!

At SportsCover Direct we provide sports insurance policies for a wide range of popular sports! Many people have the misconception that sports insurance is just for the more extreme sports or professions, but this is not the case!

It can be just as important that you have the right insurance in place for your Sunday league football team games as it is your one off daring charity bungee jump or adventure holiday! In fact you are more likely to be injured in a non-extreme sport that you play on a regular basis such as Sunday league football than an extreme sport such as a one off charity bungee jump that you take part in once in a blue moon!

Don’t fool yourself into thinking that because you play one of the more common sports that insurance isn't necessary! Injuries can be sustained in any sport not just the more extreme or adventurous sports! We can provide sports accident insurance for football, rugby, bowls, cricket, netball, hockey and many more sports! If you would like to find out more about the sports we cover check out the following link! http://www.sportscoverdirect.com/products

Getting Bored Of The Gym Or Basic Team Sports? Cure Your Boredom With Extreme Sports!

For many people in the UK, traditional outdoor sports and activities are not enough anymore! If you find yourself growing board of your daily or weekly sporting activities and are hungry for an adrenaline rush, why not try taking part in a more extreme sport? 

As long as you have the correct extreme sports insurance in place, extreme sports could be a great option for curing your boredom! Extreme sports usually involves danger and exhilaration and are extremely popular among people who like to test themselves and their abilities!

When taking part in extreme sports you will need to use a multitude of skills in order to control the risks associated with them.  Some examples of popular extreme sports include windsurfing, paragliding, mountain biking and more!

Extreme sports have the ability to push you and your body to the absolute limit, but the sense of pride and accomplishment you feel once you have taken part is out of this world! Those that try extreme sports tend to get hooked and never look back! 

SportsCover Direct work in partnership with many companies that provide extreme sports activities and adventure holidays, for both beginner’s and professionals, if you are interested in giving extreme sports a try visit our partners page to see if there are any activities that catch your eye http://www.sportscoverdirect.com/partners

Did You Know?

Did you know that the sport of cricket first originated in England and that the first ever recorded game was played in 1646?

The X Games

Defining an extreme sport or an adventure sport is extremely difficult and the exact origin of the term still remains unclear today. However, the term 'extreme sport' gained its popularity in the 1990s when hundreds of clever marketing companies began to use it to promote the X Games. 

For those of you that don’t already know The X Games is an annual event that focuses on numerous action and adventure sports. The competition plays host to events such as snowboarding, skiing, rally-cross and more extreme sports. Here at SportsCover Direct, we can guarantee that the majority, if not all of the athletes participating in the X Games would have made sure that they had purchased the correct level of extreme sports insurance to ensure they are covered should an injury be sustained.

If you are thinking of taking part in a sporting event this year make sure you do the same and cover yourself for all eventualities! Visit if you would like to find out more about the X Games http://xgames.espn.go.com/

Mountain Biking

Mountain biking is an adventurous sport which can be enjoyed off-road and often over rough terrain. The sport is enjoyed by many of our clients who choose us to cover them, as they are fully aware of the fact that the risk of sustaining an injury is an inherent factor in an adventurous sport such as mountain biking, and it is even more so in more extreme versions of the sport, such as downhill biking.

General mountain biking injuries range from minor wounds, such as cuts and abrasions, to more serious injuries such as head injuries and broken bones. Due to the many risks associated with this sport, we highly recommend that you make sure you purchase all of the correct protective gear and equipment to help minimise the risk of an injury.

Unfortunately even with the correct protective gear we cannot guarantee that an injury will be avoided, therefore before embarking on your next biking adventure you need to consider all of the things you may be financially liable for, should the worst happen and you are injured.

To help protect yourself against the financial cost of any biking injury, visit us online today http://www.sportscoverdirect.com/insurance/mountain-biking.html/