With the logical approach of a medical student, Joe prepared for the attempt like a scientist – testing multiple commercially available slinkys for their stamina before settling on a six inch (15 cm) rainbow slinky from Amazon.
They also considered several locations throughout the state to make the drop – including near an old dam – until they landed on the stairs at Otterbein Stadium in Westerville, Ohio.
Finally, on 14 May, the Luchsingers were ready for their big attempt.
They recruited an independent witness on the track to serve as their videographer, before marching to the top of the stadium to make the giant drop.
With the rainbow slinky firmly positioned at the steps of the upper deck, Christelle gave the toy a push, and Axel cheered as it whirled its way down the stairs in the direction of the field!
And after an impressive total of 53 stairs, the exhausted toy finally ran out of steam, securely past the finish line and far enough to take the record for the excited family.
So congratulations to the Luchsingers for breaking this incredible title – you are all Officially Amazing!
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