Near misses in the mountains.

People frequently ask whether I’ve experienced any near misses while BASE jumping. It’s a valid question every jump operates on an edge where seconds and meters can dictate success or disaster, so potentially I would say every jump brings us precariously close to a disaster. Nevertheless, there have been a few standout moments that have imparted crucial lessons, particularly regarding speed and energy management when navigating close to terrain—where, paradoxically, speed can be your ally.

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First wingsuit flight from Aconcagua

Below the tip of my toes is a 300-metre drop onto the glacier below. My foot is curled over the edge of the rock. Gaining maximum purchase as I push off at a perfect angle, pre-determined by a thousand other jumps. Ingrained into my muscle memory. Practice doesn’t necessarily make perfect, but it does make permanent so I’ve made sure to practice perfectly.

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