Ronnie Renner
Ronnie Renner set the world record for the highest quarterpipe jump on a motorcycle on July 11, 2008 with a hight of 59 feet, 2 inches.
Renner's first two attempts at the jump fell short. On his third jump, Renner reached 54 feet, 7 inches, setting a world record. Two more attempts followed, both reaching 53 feet. With the encouragement of the fans, Renner tried one last time. On his sixth and final attempt, Renner broke his previous record reaching 59 feet, 2 inches.
Fast Facts
- World record: 59'2"
- Event took place in Santa Monica, California
- At the Red Bull Experiment July 11, 2008
Quotes
- "I knew what I needed to do on the last one, all for the crowd. Way past my goal of 50 feet. I'm just pumped on this. Never jump when they say, 'One more time.' But I'm glad I did it -- five feet higher and I rode away to talk about it""—Los Angeles Times
- "My whole career has been shaping up to do something unique like this..."—EXPN
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