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Wingsuit failure kills 27-year-old BASE jumper in Utah's Leetham's Hollow
accidents-and-safety15 days ago

Wingsuit failure kills 27-year-old BASE jumper in Utah's Leetham's Hollow

A 27-year-old experienced BASE jumper died on Sunday after his wingsuit failed to generate sufficient lift during a jump from a 700-foot cliff in Cache County, Utah. Authorities confirmed the man was pronounced dead at the scene in Leetham's Hollow, a remote area near Millville Canyon. This incident marks the 15th global BASE fatality recorded in 2026, adding to a long-term registry of 541 deaths since 1981. The victim was part of a group of eight to ten participants, and search-and-rescue teams used a helicopter to recover the body from the inaccessible terrain.

via The Guardian|
#accidents-and-safety#base-jumping#extreme-sports
Engaged at the Summit: Duo's Empire State Building Stunt Ends in Felony Charges
crime3 months ago

Engaged at the Summit: Duo's Empire State Building Stunt Ends in Felony Charges

Extreme climbers Angelina Nikolau and Ivan Kuznetsov ascended the Empire State Building’s spire, where Kuznetsov proposed with a banner before being arraigned on burglary, reckless endangerment and criminal mischief; investigators say the pair hid in the building, accessed restricted areas, and likely sought publicity and monetization for a documentary.

via CNN|
#burglary#crime#empire-state-building
Renowned BASE jumper Andy Lewis dies in Utah incident
us3 months ago

Renowned BASE jumper Andy Lewis dies in Utah incident

Two people were killed in a BASE jumping accident in a Utah canyon, including Andy Lewis, the famed extreme athlete known for BASE jumping and slacklining and who rose to fame after appearing with Madonna at the 2012 Super Bowl. The other victim was a 50-year-old man whose identity wasn’t released. Authorities said it’s unclear if tandem jumping was involved, and they are investigating. The incident highlights BASE jumping’s high risk, a danger cited by historians of the sport.

via CNN|
#andy-lewis#base-jumping#deaths
Utah BASE Jump Incident Claims Two, Including Noted Extreme Athlete Andrew Lewis
us3 months ago

Utah BASE Jump Incident Claims Two, Including Noted Extreme Athlete Andrew Lewis

A BASE jumping attempt in Mineral Bottom, Utah killed two people, including Andrew Lewis, a renowned extreme athlete famous for his Madonna halftime slacklining routine; the other victim, Danny Joe Kregle, died on impact in what appeared to be a tandem jump. Authorities are investigating the cause, and Mineral Bottom’s remote location with limited cell service is highlighted as a factor in responding to the scene.

via The New York Times|
#andrew-lewis#base-jumping#extreme-sports
Ropes Off, Hearts On: The Daredevil World of Skyscraper Climbing
sports8 months ago

Ropes Off, Hearts On: The Daredevil World of Skyscraper Climbing

This piece profiles a niche, high‑risk pursuit—climbing skyscrapers without safety gear—through the experiences of trailblazers like Dan Goodwin (CN Tower ascent in 1986), Alain Robert (notably Burj Khalifa), and Alex Honnold, who is set to livestream a no-rope climb of Taipei 101. It explores the mental and physical demands, the nerve‑wracking risks, and how such feats have gained global attention, including a Netflix audience for Honnold’s climb.

via The New York Times|
#alain-robert#alex-honnold#dan-goodwin
Sword of the Sea: A Stunning and Deep PlayStation Plus Adventure
games1 year ago

Sword of the Sea: A Stunning and Deep PlayStation Plus Adventure

Sword Of The Sea is a visually stunning game by Giant Squid that combines their signature calming style with extreme sports gameplay, allowing players to surf across desert dunes and restore water to a barren world, offering a thrilling yet meditative experience. The game features intuitive controls, evolving skills, and breathtaking landscapes, though it is relatively short, with a New Game Plus mode encouraging replayability.

via empireonline.com|
#extreme-sports#games#giant-squid
Designer of $30K Underwater Jetpack Claims It Feels Superhuman
technology1 year ago

Designer of $30K Underwater Jetpack Claims It Feels Superhuman

The CudaJet is a high-priced underwater jetpack designed for thrill-seekers, allowing users to experience weightless flight beneath the ocean surface for up to 90 minutes, with a speed of 3 meters per second. Created by British entrepreneur Archie O’Brien, it offers a superhuman sensation of flying underwater, though it requires breath-holding and awareness of safety risks. Since its launch in early 2023, nearly 100 units have been sold, primarily to wealthy clients including superyacht owners.

via CNN|
#adventure-gadget#cudajet#extreme-sports