Maclean’s Charlie Gillis wrote recently about Nik Wallenda’s record-breaking attempt cross Niagara Falls on a high wire. This video, featuring excerpts from his exclusive interview, highlights reveals the tension—and the tradition—behind the attempt.
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Wallenda on the wire
Video: Nik Wallenda prepares for his record-breaking Niagara Falls high wire attempt
by macleans.ca on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 1:42pm - 0 Comments
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