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SUMMARY:
B.A.S.E. (Building, Antenna, Span and Earth) jumping is the latest craze in daredevil sports. ZERO GRAVITY dares you to take part in some of the most outrageous jumps ever attempted in exotic locations such as Norway, Sweden, Malaysia and Mexico. Hold on to your seats as we take you bungee jumping inside caves deeper than the Empire State building, show you how some athletes fly through the air like birds and watch as the bravest (or most insane) motorcyclists go for the ultimate thrill: driving their motorcycles off the highest cliffs in the world!

DOCUMENTARY, 13 x 1/2 hr, 2008

DETAILED SYNOPSIS:
Episode 1
Concealed within the vast Mexican rain forest, “Cave of the Swallows” is a subterranean chamber so deep the Empire State Building can fit inside.  This action-packed episode features BASE jumping daredevils freefalling into the cave while trying to stay away from the walls of the narrow passage.  Cameras set up inside the cave provide breathtaking, riveting action. 

The second part of this episode features some of the most incredible skiing ever seen from the most breathtaking locations and steepest mountains all over the world. 

After being dropped by helicopter, she tries to hang on in attempts to out-run an avalanche. Also includes skiers jumping off Grand Canyon-sized cliffs into the deep abyss below.  Spectacular action skiing!

Episode 2
Welcome to one of the most spectacular BASE-jumping locales in the world, Norway.  Featuring unbelievable jumps off some of the highest cliffs in the world, jumpers actually wear “Bird-man” suits, which allow them to literally glide through the air like a bird.  You will actually see people flying horizontal with no propulsion of any kind.

The second part of this episode features some of the most incredible skiing ever seen from the most breathtaking locations and steepest mountains all over the world.  Incredible stunts from remote areas few skiers have ever dared to attempt.

Episode 3
From the only place in the United States where BASE-jumping is legal, this action-packed episode features a new world record of 15 jumpers simultaneously leaping from the New River Gorge Bridge in Virginia.  This annual event attracts over 100,000 jumpers and spectators from all over the world.  Lots of continuous jumping action and interviews.

The second part of this episode features some of the most incredible skiing ever seen from the most breathtaking locations and steepest mountains all over the world.  Incredible stunts from remote areas few skiers have ever dared to attempt.

Episode 4
From high atop the Swiss Alps, the Eiger is considered one of the most dangerous jumping destinations on earth.  Due to a history of Eiger’s disastrous consequences, jumpers must actually purchase “Air-rescue” insurance in case they get lost on the face of this mountain.  Helicopters taking jumpers up to their final destination cannot even land on the narrow ledge thousands of feet high.  Jumpers must exit the copter while it hovers and then grab the landing rail as they swing toward the ledge. The slightest miscalculation spells absolute disaster! You’ve never seen anything like this!
This incredibly exciting episode also features jumpers wearing “Bird-man” suits, which allow them to literally glide through the air like a bird.  You will actually see people flying horizontal with no propulsion of any kind.

The second part of this episode features some of the most incredible skiing ever seen from the most breathtaking locations and the steepest mountains all over the world.  Few skiers have ever dared to conquer these dangerous, remote locations.

Also includes skiers jumping off Grand Canyon-sized cliffs into the deep abyss below.  Spectacular action skiing!

Episode 5
Concealed within the vast Mexican rain forest, “Cave of the Swallows” is a subterranean chamber so deep the Empire State Building can fit inside.  This action-packed episode features BASE jumping daredevils freefalling into the cave while trying to stay away from the walls of the narrow passage.  Cameras set up inside the cave provide breathtaking, riveting action. 

The second part of this episode features some of the most incredible skiing ever seen from the most breathtaking locations and the steepest mountains all over the world.  Few skiers have ever dared to conquer these dangerous, remote locations. 

Episode 6
The Petronas Twin Towers in Malaysia is the tallest building in the world.  This spectacular architectural wonder is the platform for some of the most incredible BASE-jumping ever caught on film.  The slightest breeze can be deadly and actually throws a jumper off course and head-on into the glass structure.  After the intense mid-flight collision, he panics in attempts to get his chute to re-open.  Lots of jumps and interviews.

The second part features some of the highest freestyle motorcycle jumps ever attempted including some that didn’t go so well.  Includes attempted end-over-end 360-degree flips in mid air.  Some of the most jaw-dropping, exciting motor footage ever seen…even to the most casual viewer not normally interested in the sport.

Episode 7
Welcome to one of the most spectacular BASE-jumping locales in the world, Norway.  Featuring unbelievable jumps off some of the highest cliffs in the world, jumpers actually wear “Bird-man” suits, which allow them to literally glide through the air like a bird.  You will actually see people flying horizontal with no propulsion of any kind.

The second part of this episode features motorcycle jumping at least 40 feet high, snowboarding off cliffs from some of the most dangerous, remote locations all over the world and cliff-jumping snowmobiles!  Spectacular to even the most casual viewer!

Episode 8
From the only place in the United States where BASE-jumping is legal, this action-packed episode features some insane, unique leaps from the New River Gorge Bridge in Virginia...including a one-of-a-kind mid-air marriage proposal!  Some jumpers miss the landing and end up in the water.  This annual event attracts over 100,000 jumpers and spectators from all over the world.  Lots of continuous jumping action and interviews.

The second part features some of the highest freestyle motorcycle jumps ever attempted including some that didn’t go so well.  Includes attempted end-over-end 360-degree flips in mid air.  Some of the most jaw-dropping, exciting motor footage ever seen…even to the most casual viewer not normally interested in the sport.

Episode 9
Concealed within the vast Mexican rain forest, “Cave of the Swallows” is a subterranean chamber so deep the Empire State Building can fit inside.  This action-packed episode features BASE jumping daredevils freefalling into the cave while trying to stay away from the walls of the narrow passage.  Cameras set up inside the cave provide breathtaking, riveting action. 

The second part of this episode features some of the most incredible skiing ever seen from the most breathtaking locations and the steepest mountains all over the world.  Few skiers have ever dared to conquer these dangerous, remote locations.

Episode 10
Welcome to one of the most spectacular BASE-jumping locales in the world, Norway.  Featuring unbelievable jumps off some of the highest cliffs in the world, jumpers actually wear “Bird-man” suits, which allow them to literally glide through the air like a bird.  You will actually see people flying horizontal with no propulsion of any kind.

The second part of this episode features some of the most incredible skiing ever seen from the most breathtaking locations and the steepest mountains all over the world.  Few skiers have ever dared to conquer these dangerous, remote locations.

Episode 11
Concealed within the vast Mexican rain forest, “Cave of the Swallows” is a subterranean chamber so deep the Empire State Building can fit inside.  This action-packed episode features BASE jumping daredevils freefalling into the cave while trying to stay away from the walls of the narrow passage.  Cameras set up inside the cave provide breathtaking, riveting action. 

The second part features some of the highest freestyle motorcycle jumps ever attempted including some that didn’t go so well.  Includes attempted end-over-end 360-degree flips in mid air.  Some of the most jaw-dropping, exciting motor footage ever seen…even to the most casual viewer not normally interested in the sport.

Episode 12
The Petronas Twin Towers in Malaysia is the tallest building in the world.  This spectacular architectural wonder is the platform for some of the most incredible BASE-jumping ever caught on film.  The slightest breeze can be deadly and actually throws a jumper off course and head-on into the glass structure.  After the intense mid-flight collision, he panics in attempts to get his chute to re-open.  Exotic locations, lots of jumps and interviews.

The second part of this episode features motorcycle jumping at least 40 feet high, snowboarding off cliffs from some of the most dangerous, remote locations all over the world and cliff-jumping snowmobiles!  Spectacular to even the most casual viewer!

Episode 13
Welcome to one of the most spectacular BASE-jumping locales in the world, Norway.  Featuring unbelievable jumps off some of the highest cliffs in the world, jumpers actually wear “Bird-man” suits, which allow them to literally glide through the air like a bird.  You will actually see people flying horizontal with no propulsion of any kind.

The second part of this episode features motorcycle jumping at least 40 feet high, snowboarding off cliffs from some of the most dangerous, remote locations all over the world and cliff-jumping snowmobiles!  Spectacular to even the most casual viewer.

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