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Because the first bungee jumps were done on giant versions of the common bungee cords that people use for everything from keeping an overstuffed trunk lid down, to attaching luggage to a luggage rack. They are called Bungee cords. The first jumps were done on large versions of those cords... 5/8" to-3/4" to- 1" inch diameter. Made primarily for the military for heavy duty applications such as attaching heavy equipment such as tanks to parachutes for equipment drops. So since the cords they did these first jumps from were called "bungee cords" they named the new activity "bungee jumping"
Then about 8 yrs later after "bungee jumping" had caught on and had spread to the U.S. where the first commercial bungee jumping business had already taken off. Down under a New Zealander had decided to get in on the new craze and began trying to figure out a new system of cords to perform the same jumps. He found that you could buy the same latex rubber in bulk, that was the same as the rubber inside the "bungee" cords. It came in long continuous length ribbons. He found a way to wrap it around a spool on each end, round and round and then finally tying it off. The cord was then stretched out and bound with the same rubber in a dual helical binding to keep it from flying apart and the jumper getting caught up in the rubber during the rebound. These cords have different characteristics during the jump than the machine made "bungee" cords. Bungee cords are made with a machine called a braider. The rubber is stretched tight before going through the braider where the machine weaves a braided sheath around the stretched rubber.After the cord is finished the rubber inside stays stretched out tight so the jumps done on these can be made using a longer cord, resulting in a longer freefall. The cords designed in New Zealand are spongier and stretch longer, so a shorter cord has to be used. Since these cords are different from the usual bungee cords that had already existed he felt they should have a different spelling...hence the name and spelling...Bungy
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When did bungee jumping appear in US?
Bungee jumping first started in the U.S. in 1986. John Kockelman opened The Palo Alto Bungee Club. Which was not only the first bungee jumping business in the U.S. , but also the first in the world. The name was changed shortly after to Bungee Adventures.
What is crocodile bungee jumping?
just like bungee jumping
What is the duration of Bungee Jumping of Their Own?
The duration of Bungee Jumping of Their Own is 1.65 hours.
How many years has bungee jumping been around for?
bungee jumping has been around about 80years
When was Bungee Jumping of Their Own created?
Bungee Jumping of Their Own was created on 2001-02-03.
How do you spell bungee?
That is the correct spelling of "bungee" as used in jumping, or for the elastic cords.
What is the weight limit for bungee jumping?
The weight limit for bungee jumping typically ranges from 100 to 240 pounds, depending on the specific bungee jumping location and equipment used. It is important to check with the bungee jumping operator for their specific weight restrictions before participating.
How bungee jumping work?
Gravity and elastic force.
What is the weight limit for bungee jumping at this location?
The weight limit for bungee jumping at this location is 250 pounds.
Is there a weight limit for bungee jumping?
Yes, there is typically a weight limit for bungee jumping to ensure safety. The weight limit can vary depending on the bungee jumping operator and equipment used. It is important to check with the specific bungee jumping provider for their weight restrictions before participating.
What do you need for bungy jumping?
In order to have a fun and safe bungee jumping experience a bungee cord and a bridge is needed.
What kinds of equipment's do you us in bungee jumping?
You could ask someone who knows a lot about bungee jumping, or call a bungee jumping facility for more information. That way you could speak with a professional on the subject.
