While Shane McConkey was one of the most influential skiers to ever grace planet earth, he may have been an even bigger influence in the world of BASE jumping. Check out this short clip of Shane’s good friends explaining his contributions to the sport.
53 seconds on Shane McConkey's contribution to the sport of BASE jumping
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53 seconds on Shane McConkey's contribution to the sport of BASE jumping