Video totally reminded me of Evel's Snake River attempt, which I'm sure inspired his activities at some level- Like every guy around 50 who jumped BMX bikes over plywood ramps propped up by cinder blocks or whatever back in 70's!
It looked like the chute blew out right at take-off and unfortunately separated from the craft. Luckily for Knievel, the parachute deploy ruined his upward velocity, but remained functional so he survived. Many people scoffed at the stunt in the aftermath, but don't realize that the X2 Skycycle missed the river at bottom of canyon by a few yards. Had he landed in the river, most likely would have drown.
Anyways, RIP Mike- Condolences to those he left behind as well.
Last edited by jerry455; 02-24-2020 at 04:21 PM.
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