Man walks between hot air balloons on a beam at an altitude of 21,400 feet. Watch nail-biting video

Guinness World Records took to Instagram to share the video.

Published on: Aug 28, 2021, 15:47:11 IST

By Trisha Sengupta

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In today’s edition of world records that may make your jaw drop in wonder, here is a throwback video showcasing a man creating a record by walking between two hot air balloons. The man named Mike Howard attempted the feat back in 2004. There is a chance that the fascinating video will leave you a bit scared too.

The image is taken from the video of the record. (Instagram/@guinnessworldrecords)

Guinness World Records (GWR) took to Instagram to share the video. “Walking Between Hot Air Balloons - Guinness World Records. Nail-biting. Mike Howard (UK) walked on a beam between two balloons at an altitude of 6,522 m (21,400 ft) near Yeovil, Somerset, UK,” they wrote while sharing the video.

The video shows Howards walking between the balloons twice. In one of the attempts, he aces the feat while blindfolded.

Take a look at the post:

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The post, since being shared has gathered more than 77,000 views and the numbers are only increasing. The share has also prompted people to react with various kinds of comments.

“If I did have a harness on, that would scare the heck out of me,” wrote an Instagram user. To which, GWR replied, “Same.” “Superb job,” commented another.

What are your thoughts on the video?

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Trisha Sengupta
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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