We’re gearing up to smash more world records at the annual big distance event in Brazil, this November. Organiser Chico Santos reports.

Free flying can be dangerous, we all know and accept that. But, when you look deep in to the motives of most of us, it is that very danger that gives us the thrill and excitement that makes our sport so special to us. Every now and again our fun and games can take us a little too close to the edge and for the next few editions, the back page of our magazine will be dedicated to some tales from when the ‘Grim Reaper’ came knocking. We talked to Icaristics columnist Bruce Goldsmith to kick off the series.