Show Notes
In this episode, hosts Laurent Frat and Matt Blank step outside the realm of BASE jumping to gain valuable insights from Gavin McClurg, the host of Cloudbase Mayhem and a celebrated figure in the paragliding world. Gavin, a former Red Bull X-Alps pilot and National Geographic Adventurer of the Year, shares his journey from ski racing to paragliding, offering lessons that resonate across high-risk sports. The discussion covers the importance of SIV training, the dangers of intermediate syndrome, and the crucial role of mentorship in extreme sports. Gavin also delves into maintaining passion and sustainability in high-risk activities and the value of community support. -This independent project can only survive with the support of our listeners. You can contribute by visiting: support Exit Point For more info visit exitpointpodcast.comProducers: Laurent Frat, Matt Blank, Mark Stockwell Host: Matt BlankSound mixing: Mark StockwellMusic credit: Staccato Strings by Andreas Beats
More from Exit Point
In this episode, Sam Hardy hosts living legend Stane Krajnc. They discuss what Stane has observed and learned after decades of BASE jumping and the innovative process that he adopted to found Atair Canopies (one of the most prominent manufacturers of modern parachutes). They dive into what made Stane's career in air-sports uniquely sustainable as well as touch on advice for the next generation to progress on the cutting edge while staying grounded by the other joys of life.
Former guest Tim Howell hosts his longtime friend Scott Patterson, who is a professional wingsuit athlete, extreme sports media producer and demonstration jumper. Hailing originally from Australia, Scott lives full time in Switzerland and works full time as a sponsored athlete and professional skydiving and BASE jumping instructor. In this episode Tim and Scott discuss what it was like to be at the leading edge of BASE progression during one of the most experimental eras and the changes that Scott has made over the years to maintain a sustainable practice while keeping his joy for the pursuit of BASE alive.
In this episode Matt Blank hosts Jimmy Peterson as they examine the legal and ethical issues involved in tandem BASE jumping with minors.
Hosted by Sam Hardy, this episode dives into the shadowed world of urban BASE jumping with Lewis Jones, one of the most infamous building jumpers in the history of BASE jumping.
This installment of Exit Point was pulled from the archives, where it was never intended to end up. In this episode Laurent Frat sits down with the globally notorious BASE jumper and locally legendary Australian BASE Association leader known by his fitting moniker, Feral.