When it comes to inline skating, the highest ramp jump ever performed took place on October 29, 2001 when two inline skating champs set the record by reaching a height of 13.45 feet (4.10m) at the studios of El Show de Los Records in Madrid, Spain. Since then, few inline skaters have come close to this amazing feat that requires the perfect balance when shifting body weight and launching high into the air above the ramp. Jose Felix Hormaetxe Henry and Borja Fernandez Campuzano set the world record with their courageous attempt. So how did they do it? Here's a closer look at this record-setting stunt:

Step 1: Speed
Working up enough speed before heading up the ramp is one of the most important elements to reaching sky-high heights. The stunt masters worked up tremendous speeds across the stadium to launch themselves into the air above the ramp and over the bar. This momentum also creates enough power for them to descend onto the ramp and turn around within seconds so they can work their way back to the starting lines.

Step 2: Courage
The adrenaline rush of speed skating and flying up above a ramp looks like fun, but it's still an act of bravery. There's no room for being afraid of heights, and once the skater is launched into the air, they need to balance out their weight in just the right way to ensure a smooth descent and landing.

Step 3: The Perfect Shin Grab
When the skater has launched themselves high above the ramp and over the bar, they need to hold onto their shins to prevent the skates from crashing into the bar itself. This maneuver requires a lot of practice because the skater needs to tuck themselves into an upright position and then release at just the right time for their landing. Without the perfect shin grab, the skater will knock down the bar or miss their descent entirely.

Step 4: Landing the Perfect Jump
The only way to set the record is to land with both feet and then turn around the ramp ahead. The skaters cleared the bar and landed on both feet before landing perfectly on the ramp and skating back down the ramp.