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When Glenn Singleman and Nic Feteris set the world record for BASE Altitude jumping in 1992, jumping from the 6258 metre high Great Tango Tower in Pakistan, their achievements featured in a hugely succesful documentary, Baseclimb. After achieveing this feat, Singleman believed it was possible for anyone to do such a jump, if they overcame their fears.When Glenn decided to climb and jump from the taller Ama Dablam, a mountain 6348 metres tall, Glenn's wife Heather Swan, challenge him to take her with him. Her efforts are the focus of a second documentary Baseclimb 2. Heather had never parachuted, BASE jumped or climbed before. She had to acquire many new skills and overcome paralysing fear as well as near fatal accidents. Heather's story , a physical and emotional journey of great courage, is awe inspiring. The ending is heart-wrenching. Baseclimb and Baseclimb 2 are available together on DVD. Baseclimb 2 is also available on video. Compelling viewing. Baseclimb and Baseclimb 2, ABC DVD, 2002 Other Documentary DVD Titles Wide World of Sport Cricket Series
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