6 thoughts on “Video titled ‘World’s Scariest Job’ shows man climbing 1,700+ foot tower”
There are several companies in Fargo that specialize in this type of work. It is interesting to note that the KXJB and KVLY towers are each over 2,000 ft high, making them the tallest structures in North America. It would seem like anything over 1,000 ft is impressive, but there must be some sort of honor in going over 2,000 ft. The guys that do this type of work are responsible for bringing us TV, and have been especially busy in the swtich to High-Defintion.
There are several companies in Fargo that specialize in this type of work. It is interesting to note that the KXJB and KVLY towers are each over 2,000 ft high, making them the tallest structures in North America. It would seem like anything over 1,000 ft is impressive, but there must be some sort of honor in going over 2,000 ft. The guys that do this type of work are responsible for bringing us TV, and have been especially busy in the swtich to High-Defintion.
So just wondering how they are harnessed in b/c the vid makes it look like a free climb part of the way??
You’re right, Crash. Part of the climb the guy did free. Scary …. I hope they pay that person well.
Kevin,
That sounds like a pretty fun feature story. Thanks for the idea.
J. Shane Mercer,
Midwest Steeplejacks is a local tower company and would be a great company to do a feature story on.
Hey Kevin,
Cool. Thanks for the info.
Shane