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Open research questions in Adventure Sports and Sensation Seeking

83 unresolved questions extracted from the limitations and future-work sections of 795 Adventure Sports and Sensation Seeking papers in our library. Each links back to the study that raised it.

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  • Further research could explore the impact of the surfing revolution on coastal communities. The study's findings could be used to inform strategies for promoting surfing and water safety. Additional research could examine the cultural and historical context of surfing in other countries.

    Surfies and Clubbies in Australia and New Zealand · 1982 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of the conflict between surf life savers and surf board riders. The study aims to fill this gap by examining the historical and social factors that shaped the development of surfing.

    Surfies and Clubbies in Australia and New Zealand · 1982 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of the conflict between surf board riders and surf life savers. The paper aims to fill this gap by examining the tensions and similarities between the two groups.

    Conflict, Stereotypes and Masculinity in Australian and New Zealand Surfing · 1982 · DOI

  • Conflicts between recreationists who participate in mechanized and non-mechanized activities. Limited land resources for recreation. Differences in recreational orientation and motivations for participation between different groups.

    Perceived Conflict Between Urban Cross-Country Skiers and Snowmobilers in Alberta · 1982 · DOI

  • There is a lack of understanding about the specific conflict between cross-country skiers and snowmobilers in Alberta. Previous research has focused on separate aspects of cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, but not the conflict between them.

    Perceived Conflict Between Urban Cross-Country Skiers and Snowmobilers in Alberta · 1982 · DOI

  • The conflict between paddling canoeists and motorcraft users is a complex issue, influenced by a range of social and psychological factors. The study had limited time and resources, which constrained the sample size and the methods used. The study did not use a random sample of all users of the BWCA, which may limit the generalizability of the findings.

    Social psychological explanations for the persistence of a conflict between paddling canoeists and motorcraft users in the boundary waters canoe area · 1982 · DOI

  • The study was confined to a purposive sample of 150 paddling canoeists and 150 motorcraft users due to limited time and resources. No test was made to ascertain the presence of a nonresponse bias. The study did not use a random sample of all users of the BWCA.

    Social psychological explanations for the persistence of a conflict between paddling canoeists and motorcraft users in the boundary waters canoe area · 1982 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of the history of skiing in America. It also highlights the need for awareness of the difference between Alpine and Nordic skis.

    Skiing: The Worship of Ullr in America · 1981 · DOI

  • To develop and implement effective safety guidelines and regulations for trampoline use. To promote the safe return of trampolines to physical education classes and recreational programs.

    Don't Sell Your Trampoline · 1981 · DOI

  • The need for proper supervision, teaching, and safety precautions for trampoline use. The need for guidelines and regulations to promote safe trampoline use.

    Don't Sell Your Trampoline · 1981 · DOI

  • There is a need for more research on the benefits and methods of ice skating for people with impairments. There is a need for more effective methods of teaching ice skating to people with impairments.

    ICE Skating · 1980 · DOI

  • The paper identifies the lack of guidelines for safe trampoline use as a research gap. The study also highlights the need for proper safety awareness and instruction.

    Safety Awareness and Trampoline Skills · 1980 · DOI

  • The study finds that the answer to why man climbs is complex and multifaceted. The study suggests that previous models do not fully explain why people climb mountains. The study attempts to fill this gap by providing a model for characterizing motives for participation in physical activity.

    Why Man Climbs Mountains · 1979 · DOI

  • The need for administrators to be aware of potential risks and take steps to mitigate them. The lack of guidance for administrators on how to establish an appropriate degree of prudence.

    What Price Prudence? · 1979 · DOI

  • The paper acknowledges that it is impossible to cover all aspects of supervising a surf beach in a limited article. The lack of standard guidelines for supervising surf beaches is a limitation.

    Supervising a Surf Beach · 1979 · DOI

  • The gap in considering the value of offering risk recreation programs in public recreation services. The lack of evidence on the benefits and risks of offering such programs.

    Is the Risk: Worth Taking? · 1978 · DOI

  • The course was offered during only one period of the day to prevent storage problems. The class period was limited to 70 minutes and 25 students.

    A Bicycling Unit · 1978 · DOI

  • The need for a bicycling unit in physical education programs. The lack of individualized instruction and lifetime activities in physical education programs.

    A Bicycling Unit · 1978 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of rope jumping as a means to cardiovascular fitness for adults. It notes that rope jumping is often thought of as just a pastime for children and boxers.

    Don't Underestimate Rope Jumping · 1977 · DOI

  • The need to develop new aquatic specialist courses - The need to further the professional development of those persons actively engaged in aquatics - The need to prepare water safety experts and swimming instructors

    The Aquatic Council Leads the Way · 1977 · DOI

  • The need for in-depth curriculums in aquatics at the undergraduate and graduate levels - The need for recognized academic degrees to be granted to the aquatic specialist and director

    The Aquatic Council Leads the Way · 1977 · DOI

  • The lack of analysis of the types of communication that occur in mountain climbing. The need to recognize the kinship of the rope as a valuable manifestation of communication.

    The Kinship of The Rope and The Loving Struggle: A Philosophic Analysis of Communication in Mountain Climbing · 1976 · DOI

  • Providing aquatic activities that meet the needs of handicapped people. Ensuring instructors have the necessary training and experience. Balancing the therapeutic and rehabilitative approaches to aquatic activities.

    Aquatics for the Handicapped · 1976 · DOI

  • There is a need for professional management in the commercial recreation industry. Career opportunities in commercial recreation are not well-defined.

    Career Potential in Commercial Recreation · 1975 · DOI

  • The book identifies a gap in the understanding of the role of a police department psychologist. The author highlights the need for more research on the importance of interpersonal skills and psychological astuteness in police work.

    Recent Book: Trick Cyclists: The Police Department Psychologist · 1973 · DOI

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