Zorbing

[KatyBr]

So basically, a Zorb is a large inflated plastic ball, with another ball inside in which you roll down a hill - reaching speeds of up to 50km per hour! Zorbing is very safe, as there is a cushion of air between you and the ground.

Why not try the wash cycle and add a bucket of water.

Just strap yourself in, then roll down the hill!

Kt

[Flaminius]

And here is the etymology, if you could call it so.

Zorbing originated in New Zealand as the brainchild of Dwane van der Sluis and Andrew Akers, who invented the necessary device, which they named a "zorb", in 2000.

From Wikipedia

[tcward]

I guess because the outer ball cushions the passenger and absorbs the impact...?

-Tim

[KatyBr]

I guess because the outer ball cushions the passenger and absorbs the impact...?

-Tim

What a rush, eh? I understand Bungee jumping another 'insane' sport also came from New Zealand.

Not for me, I know I'm mortal and pain lasts so much longer at my age.