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Truth or dare? Either way, you’ll be mesmerized by this remarkable ride!
20 Juli 2016 17:36
Brilio.net/en - Los Angeles has introduced a jaw-dropping ride, known as the Skyslide, from its highest skyscraper.
Sounds cool? Ugh, yah.
Its an enclosed 1,000-foot glass slide from 70 storeys up! Located on the terrace of the 69th floor of the US Bank Tower, this ride will put your fear to the test!
Skyslide was introduced very recently, after the building was renovated, to boost demand from locals and tourists. During its pre-launch, some journalists were given the chance to attempt the super slide.
But dont take our word for it!
Below is the thrilling personal account of Associated Press journalist Amanda Lee Myers, who went through it all:
I tried not to pay attention to the screams from other people riding the slide as I waited in what seemed like an interminable line. I tried not to think about the fact that just 1 inches separated me from a 1,000-foot drop. My heart thumped as I approached the top of the slide. I could see the streets below me and the infinite city straight ahead. As I hooked each foot into a little mat that helps riders pick up speed and avoid skidding on the glass, I felt my hands trembling. And when I scooched slowly toward the point of no return, I thought strongly about turning around. I forged on, unable to contain a terrified squeal as I flew down. "Oh my God, Richard!" I yelled to my friend, an AP photographer at the bottom of the slide. All I wanted was to see him again. I shot out of the bottom and am proud to say I stuck the landing. Others have tumbled nearly head over heels. Was it one of the scariest things I've ever done? Absolutely. Would I do it again? I just did.
Image via the Jakarta Post
Well, that says it all. The next time you head to the US, you know what to add to your bucket list!
