Have you taken a ride in a HOT AIR BALLOON?

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RavVid · Accepted Answer

Yes I have but it is not that exciting in flight. The balloon is traveling about the same speed as the wind so there is no wind in your hair sensation at all. The champagne is the best part of the flight.

Landing is exciting! To lift say 5 people averaging 100 Kg requires a buoyancy of 500 Kg provided by the density difference of the hot air cw the outside air. So there are a few tonnes of air in the canopy. When the balloon and basket hits the ground those tonnes of air that were travelling at say 5 mph don't stop that quickly!

richardcory · Accepted Answer

Yes, was really amazing. (but was in an amazing location). I should say though that I really like heights.

Drifting quietly over the ground and looking down felt completely different from being in an airplane. Lots of fun.

Girlsontop · Accepted Answer

Yes it was quite interesting (I was 8 at the time) to see how hot air balloons worked by being it when in action. Although I was scared when I looked down at the ground and almost leaned too much but my older brother pulled me back and then I ended up getting a lecture from my parents about being careful for like half the time we were up in the air. 🥲

LavLavLuv · Accepted Answer

Yes once, in Cappadocia

Bricealan · Answer

There are many here in CA, especially down in Temecula. Have never thought of doing it, as the balloon is really uncontrolled flight, and the balloon goes with the wind currents, and you have to rely on, (as in most cases of flight) the skill of the operator. I know little about H. A. B and what it takes to operate one

NamerOfStars · Answer

No, but it's one of those things I'm tempted to get into, if only for bragging rights. "So, you're pilot?" "Yeah." "Fixed-wing or rotary-wing?" "What the heck's a 'wing'?"

Jonnyanalog · Answer

I have a fear of heights so this would be a hard one to overcome. I love rollercoasters but hate the initial climb.

purplepoppy · Answer

I was planning on one just before covid but got cancelled a couple of times due to high wind then when the lockdowns came it killed off plans completely.

DeeDeeDeVour · Answer

I enjoyed all those hot air balloon rides a lot.  Now that you've brought it up, I'd like to do it again.

DizzyDesii · Answer

No. I used to consider it but after attending a hot air balloon festival, it looks pretty disappointing

electromagnetic · Answer

I’m afraid of heights but I would love to try it.  I can in Canada but it’s kinda far and the idea of driving there already deters me.

Telekinetic-Potato · Answer

Should be going with a friend in August. The whole concept of hot air ballooning is so confusing to me so I really want to check it out.

ShesRad80 · Answer

i would like to have you?

loves2learn · Answer

I have! At Disney world. With my older son when I was pregnant with my younger son.

OfMiceandMen · Answer

Yep, been up in one once. It was pretty cool.

EmmaMary · Answer

I've done two, both of which were taken whilst on holiday in Egypt many years ago.

OlderAndWiser · Answer

I'm not much of a thrill seeker. . . at least not in THOSE ways!

Anonymous · Answer

One of my father's friends took me up in his balloon a few times. I gave him a bj and let him do me.

exitseven · Answer

no thanks. depending on a propane burner seems unnecessarily dangerous.

Jackblue · Answer

Yes, I wouldn't say I loved it, it was rather uncomfortable being so near a flame, but I didn't hate it either.

LiamJHayden · Answer

I have not. I have gone hang gliding and sky diving, so maybe a balloon is too tame for me at this stage of my life.

Massageman · Answer

No. I've para-sailed behind a towboat, but never been in a balloon.

msc545 · Answer

it was ok,. except that burner that heats the air is HOT as hell and made me hot. Can't get far enough away from it.

AnusNdaPainus · Answer

Im trying to get my girlfriend to do this because my wife is afraid of heights

Jerre · Answer

When I was in Alice Springs, Australia, I went on one. Thoroughly enjoyed the ride and view.

najekim · Answer

Wife & I did a nude hot air balloon ride once. It was a great way to travel.

justabuddy · Answer

No, I don't think I could stand still that long. Id take the quick trip to the ground.

kellytheman · Answer

I think it be kinda cool to be on one it might be nice anniversary date with my girl.

virtualwasp · Answer

not yet, i plan to in Tuscany as some point.

Jaximus-Lion · Answer

Not yet. I would love to

Nikki1989 · Answer

Yes, it was so much fun.

Smashingdoozy · Answer

No but definitely something in my bucket list

mandyfire98 · Answer

No need I'm full of hot air.

PBandJ_Nerd · Answer

No. I'd probably be too scared,

TheUniqueOne96 · Answer

No, but I'd need a little convincing, I'd think.

SnowedIn · Answer

No but I would like to!

Miristheiss · Answer

Yes, one time. It was fun.

JackCarter · Answer

Planning to try on her next birthday!

MementoMori777 · Answer

Nope, imagine it pops 😅

Jazzy54 · Answer

Not, but I would like to. Seems fun. 😊

gothbxtch · Answer

no and i think i would throw up

Catguy92 · Answer

No but I'd do it.

Staximus · Answer

I'm terrified of heights

Christoff92 · Answer

Would love to one of these days.

sheenagwapa · Answer

i don't think i would love it.

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