lawrocket 3 #1 November 10, 2003 Is there anyone here who does NOT remember the "Fan Man?" Dateline November 6, 2003 - Las Vegas, Nevada. During the championship fight between Riddick Bowe and Evander Holyfield, parachutes became news again when James Miller crashed his fan-powered paraglider into the ring in the seventh round. Miller's etiquette was quickly corrected, as he was immediately accosted and beaten unconscious by angry fans, as well as Bowe's entourage. The fight was suspended for about 20 minutes. Fan Man made more appearances over a Raiders game (my beloved Raiders simply suck this year) and landed on the roof at Buckingham Palace, where he was deported with orders to never return to jolly old Blighty. Like Lawn-Chair Larry, life was not too kind to him in the future. He eventually committed suicide outside of Anchorage, Alaska in late 2002, following a series of health and financial problems. I didnt' like Fan Man, nor what he did. Bu he sure did achieve some notoriety. I remember watching the fight and was stunned by what happened. I thought it was an absolutely crazy sports moment. Anyone else have memories of the guy or the incident? My wife is hotter than your wife. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dougjumper 0 #2 November 11, 2003 Yes, I remember THE FAN MAN. Hell, he just liked to Fly....like most of us. He had a rough ending...PEACE BRo..Fly on.. The glass is half full or half empty doesn't matter. Let go and have the Lord guide your path. He will take care of it all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SLOfreefall 0 #3 November 11, 2003 Last night on ESPN, there was a short portion of Sportscenter devoted to Fan Man. I remember when he landed on that fight, but I hadn't heard about his other antics. I think Fan Man is kinda cool. He did what he wanted to do, and spend some jail time for it. Thats the cost for your 15 minutes of fame sometimes. It's too bad he ultimately took his own life. Sounds like he spent lots of time training people to fly powered parachutes. Mad props for Fan Man!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sburkart 0 #4 November 11, 2003 Larry Walters has the (unofficial) altitude record for gas-filled clustered balloons. It must be an illness or a meme or something, because I've thought of pulling the same stunt for years. Of course, I'm stupid, I dunno what Larrys' problem was. Let's see, Rig (check) Deluxe chaise lounge (check)... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve1 5 #5 November 11, 2003 Quote Of course, I'm stupid, I dunno what Larrys' problem was. reply] Sounds like he was searching for attention. Lot's of people never got much when they were a kid. It's something that can stick with you, like glue all your life. Too bad he didn't get some therapy. Sounds like a cool guy....Steve1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites dterrick 0 #6 November 13, 2003 Go HERE for more inspiration than you're likely to need QuoteIt must be an illness or a meme or something, because I've thought of pulling the same stunt for years If you searchthe links, there are alos "real" balloon envelopes without a basket, per se...sorta like a legit Lawnchair Larry Dave Life is very short and there's no time for fussing and fighting my friend (Lennon/McCartney) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sburkart 0 #7 November 14, 2003 QuoteGo HERE for more inspiration than you're likely to need Wow! Neat stuff. I'm gonna go price helium...[laugh ] Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Newbie 0 #8 November 17, 2003 QuoteGo HERE for more inspiration than you're likely to need this guy looks happy http://www.clusterballoon.org/cluste4.gif "Skydiving is a door" Happythoughts Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
dterrick 0 #6 November 13, 2003 Go HERE for more inspiration than you're likely to need QuoteIt must be an illness or a meme or something, because I've thought of pulling the same stunt for years If you searchthe links, there are alos "real" balloon envelopes without a basket, per se...sorta like a legit Lawnchair Larry Dave Life is very short and there's no time for fussing and fighting my friend (Lennon/McCartney) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sburkart 0 #7 November 14, 2003 QuoteGo HERE for more inspiration than you're likely to need Wow! Neat stuff. I'm gonna go price helium...[laugh ] Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Newbie 0 #8 November 17, 2003 QuoteGo HERE for more inspiration than you're likely to need this guy looks happy http://www.clusterballoon.org/cluste4.gif "Skydiving is a door" Happythoughts Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
