Just before Pamporovo opened as a ski resort an open day was arranged and invites sent to renowned skiers from all around the world to preview the facilities and ski runs. A number of runs had been prepared but one area known as “THE WALL” had never been conquered.
The Lord Mayor of Pamporovo issued a challenge. He was desperate for somebody to ski THE WALL so that it could be officially recognised as the hardest skiable run in the world. He issued a ...
How THE WALL was conquered.
Just before Pamporovo opened as a ski resort an open day was arranged and invites sent to renowned skiers from all around the world to preview the facilities and ski runs. A number of runs had been prepared but one area known as “THE WALL” had never been conquered.
The Lord Mayor of Pamporovo issued a challenge. He was desperate for somebody to ski THE WALL so that it could be officially recognised as the hardest skiable run in the world. He issued a challenge on the open day.
As everybody gathered at the top of the mountain and peered over “the wall” the Lord Mayor announced
“We all know that the Ferarri 355 GT is one of the most beautiful cars in the world. I will give one to the first person to ski the wall”
“We all know that the Hotel Pamporovo is a most splendid Hotel. I will give the whole Hotel to the first person to ski the wall”
“We all know that Bulgarian women are amongst the most beautiful in the World. Many of the most stunning are here today. I promise that the first person to ski the wall can have any piece of ass he so chooses”
There was a sudden increase in enthusiasm and Ally stepped forward right to the edge. He took a long hard look down and then said “Awww Noo. It is a wee bit too much for me I’m afraid I can not attempt it”.
Iron Mike Tightson stepped forward right to the edge and took a long hard look down and then said “No way, I’m afraid that is beyond my ability”
Suddenly there was frantic movement in the crowd and somebody emerged and dropped straight over the edge of the wall.
It was Pamps Pete. He fell 30ft before hitting the first mogul. It threw him sideways and as he hit the next mogul his skis broke free and bounced down into a crevice. He careered freefall for another 100ft before hitting another mogul head first. His jacket was torn from his back as he bounced down the next vertical half mile before coming to a violent stop against a tree.
People in the crowd were distraught. Women and children were crying as they made their way down to see Pamps Pete. Surely nobody could survive this ordeal.
As the crowd gathered around Pete he started to move. It was a miracle. He had survived. He slowly stood up. The crowd was going wild.
The Lord Mayor shook Petes hand and said
“That was absolutely fantastic. You are a most brave and skilful man Pamps Pete”
“Here are the keys to the Ferrari”
“Here are the keys to the Pamporovo Hotel”
“and now as promised you may choose any piece of ass you fancy. Who will it be”
“I’ll have the ass that pushed me over flamin' the edge” said Pete.
I must admit, when I looked over the edge I thought "OH SHIT" But it had to be done, Shook like a leaf after I done it too, not sure if I will be back up there next year!