Freerunning in Bangkok's Ghost Tower
A midst the impressive skyline that towers above the little street stalls and busy streets of Bangkok you will find one that stands out. This 50-storey skyscraper has been abandoned mid-construction since the economic crash in the 90s and has been dubbed by the locals as Ghost Tower. Jason and Shaun spent the day exploring the epic tower, and filming it from a Freerunners perspective. Enjoy
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6. nowhereman commented 9 years ago
#1 isitmeor, i can understand your trepidation, there is most definitely an element of danger in free-running, but it doesn't seem as though these two young men are acting with reckless abandon. after a little research into the two featured, it is clear that they have devoted much of there lives to this sport, honing their own abilities as well as developing the reputation of free-running amongst the athletic community.
they, at least in part, run a free-running magazine and apparel company, and have developed quite a following. they didn't get to where they are now without a great deal of hard work, and likely a few broken bones, and i for one respect them for it. your mileage may vary.
as far as i can see, the major difference between these two gentlemen and an olympic athlete is a socially respected platform. i would put forward that an elite downhill skier or mountain climber operates with a similar level of risk, though i am willing to concede that an established sport likely comes with hard learned safety protocols. free-running now seems to be developing in much the same way as skateboarding did in the eighties and nineties, and i look forward to see where it is headed.
i must disagree with you when you say not to encourage these activities. i would say the opposite, encourage kids to get evolved, help to develop the infrastructure, so newcomers can train themselves and avoid the painful or fatal accidents that you, perhaps sarcastically, requested.
what they are doing is dangerous, but it is also impressive, and i would rather be inspired than disheartened.
respectfully, nowhereman.
http://farangclothing.com/
they, at least in part, run a free-running magazine and apparel company, and have developed quite a following. they didn't get to where they are now without a great deal of hard work, and likely a few broken bones, and i for one respect them for it. your mileage may vary.
as far as i can see, the major difference between these two gentlemen and an olympic athlete is a socially respected platform. i would put forward that an elite downhill skier or mountain climber operates with a similar level of risk, though i am willing to concede that an established sport likely comes with hard learned safety protocols. free-running now seems to be developing in much the same way as skateboarding did in the eighties and nineties, and i look forward to see where it is headed.
i must disagree with you when you say not to encourage these activities. i would say the opposite, encourage kids to get evolved, help to develop the infrastructure, so newcomers can train themselves and avoid the painful or fatal accidents that you, perhaps sarcastically, requested.
what they are doing is dangerous, but it is also impressive, and i would rather be inspired than disheartened.
respectfully, nowhereman.
http://farangclothing.com/
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7. isitmeor commented 9 years ago
#6 We agree to disagree then. I see no evolution in this activity and have no respect for broken bones and the following it generates (among persons with no constructive skills?). I have seen greater followings for things less stupid than this and I still wouldn't qualify them as inspiring nor respectable. I practice my sports for health not for impressions.
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8. Sizzlik (admin) commented 9 years ago
#7 i agree to disagree too. Freerun or parkour is a great upcomming sport. Its athletic..and outdoor activity..just as skateboard or biking. Could result in a broken bone just as every sport. Doing freerun on top of a tower on the edge of death on the other hand..not a rolemodel. Still thrilling to see and this daredevils risk their own life, not others. If someone is dumb enouth to try it too without experience..their fault. If someone dont expect to fall and die then its their darwin award..people should know that even a 7 meter fall can kill you..if they dont..fail is on you..aka "hold my beer and watch"
I like to make a comparison to wrestling..its fake fighting for tv..sill owen hard died and i have seen many broken legs..shit simply happens.
What was the saying? "Hate the player, not the game"?
I like to make a comparison to wrestling..its fake fighting for tv..sill owen hard died and i have seen many broken legs..shit simply happens.
What was the saying? "Hate the player, not the game"?
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9. thundersnow commented 9 years ago
I personally would never do this, not even when I was 20, but I can totally understand that young people like to test their physical limits and their bravery, they have done it since mankind has been around, and they will continue doing so. It's human nature. Worst case scenario someone can actually die of a brain hemorrhage falling off the curb.
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+14 1. isitmeor commented 9 years ago