Could you shoot this?
 

I think I'd shoot myself first. This is amazing.

http://www.brightcove.tv/title.jsp?title=1438490562

in this country they wouldn't let you on a thing like that...........id like to see the maniac that built the path!

That's what I was thinking. Had to be inmates or something, cause no sane person would do it. What an incredible piece of engineering. I was also surprised that there were so many others our there. These must be the same people who run with the bulls each year in Pamplona.

In the sections where concrete fell out, there's a lack of steel reinforcement.

Which means that cracks could lead to sudden failure and down you go, unless you're clipped into the safety line along the wall. And the guy who shot this wasn't using the safety line at all. In fact, in the video you can see only one person taking the time needed to clip himself in.

Amazing, truely amazing video. My wife could not watch it for more than a few seconds without the feeling of vertigo...whilst I couldn't not watch it as it got more and more dangerous! (they always say opposites attract!)

Recurring Nightmare
 

I've had a recurring nightmare about walking along a narrow path, and being unable to turn around. In the dream, the path come to an end, and I have no where to go. This is just like that dream...

Well, I watched it all the way through. What got to me most was seeing both feet as he did a "tightrope" walk on the rusty pipe on those sections where all the concrete had fallen through.

And the pace he kept. I guess his balance was better moving more rapidly than going slowly.

And he had to have been using a hands free cam of some sort. I can't see anyone doing that with an eye glued to a viewfinder or LCD screen.

My brother sent me that video clip a few months ago. I have to say, the "PUCKER FACTOR" went through the roof on that one. I'm not afraid of heights, love to fly sailplanes - but the situation of falling 'through' a walkway like that - gives me the heebie jeebies.

From the look of his shadow, he seems to be wearing some sort of 'steady harness' for the camera - you can also tell its fairly smooth as he walks up or down steps. Not sure which brand it is, but its some amazing work. Which would also leave both hands free in a tight spot.

Yeah, I was wondering how he got the shot so steady too.

My knees would have been shaking so much that even the best stabilizer wouldn't have helped.

Wow!
 

I wanted to stop watching half-way through, but I couldn't. I kept waiting for something (or someone) to fall. All I can say is "WOW!"

And No Paul, I couldn't shoot that!

Amazing:

I would have been ok right up untill the first pipe walk ;), then it woulda been,
I outta here, see ya back at the bottom bud.

I would have fallen off just standing there!

Scariest video >ever<.

=:O

Shoot it?
 

I'd rather have shot myself, quite frankly!

Hey, Robin from London ON, I was born there, ain't it a small world!


CS


PS. Just noticed that's exactly how this thread started - sorry Paul!

This is great! Exactly the kind of thing I'd do! Nothing like getting the ol blood pumping early in the morning.

Nope, not for me. I spend time in helicopters etc, but that's nuts. Regarding roping on, I guess he could have someone behind him clipping him on and off as needed?

My first post, so hi as well...

Neill Watson

That's too bad, Neill. Didn't they tell you that's the DVinfo initiation ceremony?
We've all done it - all 25,842 of us. that's why the path is so worn.

:-)

Welcome to the list, Neill. I took the liberty of adding you the the Brit list that's developing:
http://www.dvinfo.net/conf/showthread.php?t=26774

Thanks, I'll add a proper intro there... :-)

Any more thoughts on the safety lines? I don't believe that it's done without... Unless he's one of those free-climbing guys.

Neill W

No good asking me - I nearly freaked out taking stills on the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/wales/northeast...aqueduct.shtml

I have filmed hanging out of helis and aeroplanes, from the top of steep cliffs and mountains, but I would never do that walk with a camera. Or without, for that matter. I felt every step in my stomach. This was awesome.

Amazing.

Must be a free runner.

I'd say no way is this done with a harness. You'd be aware of the stopping and starting. Look at the guy he overtakes.

The only way I can see is if he was roped up to some mates behind him but I doubt it. Probably more dangerous than doing it solo (risk of snagging).

It looks like the camera is in some sort of harness. It's very smooth. I'd love to find out how he did that.

And who is he (or she, I suppose it could be)? I think he deserves a credit.

Great location for a horror film. Thank god for CGI.

My palms sweated all the way through.

He trips...
 

Take a look at the very beginning of the video. He crosses onto the concrete walkway, and stumbles trying to get onto it. Doesn't build a lot of confidence, considering what's coming up.

I am going to Spain in 2 weeks, close to Malaga, and i certainly hope to visit this place. What an awesome clip.

Chris, I have heard that it is now closed to the public, but I'm not sure. Would love to see your shots if you go.