The magnificent stunt was actually performed by his good friend, stunt rider Bud Ekins.
The magnificent stunt was actually performed by his good friend, stunt rider Bud Ekins.
Thanks, I’ve always wondered about that...
Being both a dirt and street bike survivor - I recognized he had some talent on bikes - but questioned if he had THAT much....
The GREAT JUMP from the Great Escape is about 1 min into this video...... If it doesn't draw your knees to the tank, NOTHING will!
Video here:
http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpTdBoHzGM
I still have that poster from the Fox Theater/ Atlanta.My grandfather took me to see the movie and bought it from the doorman.