Biker backflips 75 ft across River Thames, sets world record
American stunt rider Travis Pastrana set a world record by successfully backflipping between two barges across a distance of 75 feet on London's River Thames. The 34-year-old had around 150 feet to accelerate before launching himself into the air, while the barge he landed on was about 27 feet wide. Pastrana pulled off the stunt amidst heavy rain and winds.