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Post by Mr. Jon Donnis on Oct 8, 2012 21:49:16 GMT
Check out www.redbullstratos.com/live they have a live countdown till the event starts It is gonna be epic. Note there will be a 20 second delay incase anything goes wrong. And to get an idea of what he will do, watch the 1960 world record by Joe Kittinger as he parachutes from 102,800 ft |
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Post by The Legendary Barb on Oct 9, 2012 8:13:08 GMT
These people are so brave or stupid depending upon how you look at their antics. I can not look, as my stomach turns over at even the thought of jumping out into nothingness.  |
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Post by Mr. Jon Donnis on Oct 9, 2012 10:55:34 GMT
Weather conditions have pushed the start time to 1.30pm now!
I am genuinely excited about this attempt.
The Kittenger video is one of my favourite videos ever, so to see someone beat his record is just awe inspiring!
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Post by Mr Jinx on Oct 9, 2012 18:14:58 GMT
Austrian adventurer Felix Baumgartner has been frustrated in his attempt to make the highest ever skydive. Unfavourable winds at Roswell, New Mexico, have prevented the launch of the helium balloon that was to take him to more than 120,000ft (36.5km). Meteorologists say Thursday now looks to be next best day for a record bid. www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-19884699 |
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Post by Mr. Jon Donnis on Oct 9, 2012 18:18:53 GMT
Yeah been waiting for this all day, gutted for him
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Post by Mr Jinx on Oct 10, 2012 20:12:29 GMT
The wait continues.... Austrian adventurer Felix Baumgartner has decided against a second attempt to make the highest ever skydive on Thursday. Gusty winds at Roswell, New Mexico, have prevented the launch of the helium balloon that was to take him to more than 120,000ft (36.5km). His meteorologist has now ruled out a Thursday jump, and the team will hold a briefing to talk about next steps www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-19904251 |
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Post by Mr. Jon Donnis on Oct 10, 2012 21:11:27 GMT
How frustrating, but you dont want to risk screwing up.
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