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Extreme Barbie Jeep Racing Will Make You Ask For The Same Xmas Present As Your Niece

Move over motocross. These toys go fast.

Grown men in camouflage may be the last people you'd associate with tiny plastic Barbie jeeps, but "Extreme Barbie Jeep RacingExtreme Barbie Jeep Racing" has exploded in popularity in the past year. The new sport, which combines elements of motocross with electronic children's toys, has been featured on ESPN and other legitimate sports outlets.

As its name suggests, Extreme Barbie Jeep racing sends riders downhill through rugged terrain in children's Barbie Jeeps. The result is a race that is complete with enough tumbles and wipeouts to keep it interesting, all while offering the timeless pleasure of watching a big man barely navigate a tiny vehicle. Here are the highlights from this year's races:

Yep, Extreme Barbie Jeep Racing is an annual event, and it's put on by the motorsports production company Busted Knuckle Films. Drivers compete head to head in elimination rounds, and the ultimate winner is awarded a grand prize that may include things like "$12, some RBD stickers, and a Burger King Gift Card," which was the prize at the first ever official Extreme Barbie Jeep Race in 2010:

This definitely looks way more fun than having common sense. Hey, the box technically says it's made for people "3 years & up."

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