September 22-September 24, 2008, New York
Blaine plans to spend 60 hours suspended on wires above the Wollman ice skating rink in Central Park. Medical experts say he is at risk for blindness and stroke, among other physical calamities. Blaine will not eat or sleep during the stunt and has the ability to lower himself to interact with spectators.

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