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Initech

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Sat Mar 2, 2013, 05:28 PM Mar 2013

Guy thinks he's Mary Poppins, uses umbrella as parachute

Guy thinks he's Mary Poppins, uses umbrella as parachute

You don’t see a lot of innovation when it comes to parachute alternatives. After all, who wants to be the first to find out a new idea doesn't work? We have to applaud Erik Roner for putting it all on the line for novelty and using a giant, specially-rigged umbrella during this free fall. However, we also want to warn anyone watching this video not to be tempted to recreate this or any other stunt originated by Mary Poppins. Don't try to fly around using an umbrella, or draw a scene in chalk on a sidewalk and then jump into it, or teach a stern banker how to re-connect with his kids. Too dangerous. [Source]

http://now.msn.com/erik-roner-uses-umbrella-as-parachute


Why oh why do I think of Arrested Development when I see the video in this article?



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