Alastair Galpin

took to world record-breaking in 2004 after being inspired by a record-setting rally driver in Kenya. What began as a hobby soon escalated into an active publicity pursuit. Today, he promotes the work of social and environmental causes. For these purposes, the most fitting game plans are chosen; then world titles are attempted and frequently created.

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If you would like regular exposure from Alastair's activities, become his Sustaining Sponsor:

• A range of attempts annually
• Your brand in multiple media
• Distribute your own media releases
• Receive product endorsements

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Contact Alastair if you would like to hire equipment left after attempting world records.

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How To Be A Successful Record Breaker

Your Opinion?

There seem to be plenty of folk who really want to know this, because I keep getting asked. I could write a compact step-by-step booklet with plenty of visuals, that would include:

• Secrets which took me to #2 worldwide during the previous decade
• Brainstorming, finding the right team, and gathering media interest
• Tips to get active support from people who wouldn't otherwise get involved
• Fast clever ways to analyse the benefits associated with potential records
• Optimal balances between fun and commitment, useful milestone indicators and more...

The booklet would be download-able for a small payment.

Would you be a potential customer? Email me!

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– It can be good and fast, but it won't be cheap.

What people say about Alastair...

Alastair Galpin is crazy about conservation, crazy about world records and crazy enough to do (almost) anything – this is a unique way to support your environmental cause.

Joe Fagan, GOOT: Get Out Of Town / www.goot.co.nz

Alastair cares about people, and the energy he puts into raising awareness of deprivation and injustice is admired. The Great Global Pokie Drop record-breaking stunt (four pokies/slots dropped from over 1000 ft from a helicopter into a rubbish tip), was a great global success.

The Problem Gambling Foundation of New Zealand / www.pgfnz.org.nz

As an independent world record breaker, my objectives are to assist environmental and community organisations – primarily in developing countries – communicate their messages.

Attempting world records is not only rewarding, it's an excellent way to draw attention. History has proven that those who dare to differ, frequently command interest. When applied to my world record-breaking, this view largely explains generally high levels of media response – particularly in north America, western Europe and parts of Australasia.

This has been reflected by the recent media attention surrounding two of my world record attempts - that of the world's biggest bottle cap sculpture in the shape of a rugby ball, and my attempt held in Times Square, New York, to break the world record for the longest continuous handshake.

I am able to guide clients in choosing a world record attempt of relevance to their cause, by drawing on several world record systems. Whether you are engaged at the front line of environmental protection or in community improvement, attempting a world record can bring widespread exposure to what you do.

By sponsoring my world record attempts, companies can also gain not only worldwide media attention, but be seen to support the various causes which I seek to promote and raise awareness of. This can provide ideal low-cost advertising opportunities for companies which care about environmental and charitable causes. It also builds a long-lasting relationship.

Youngsters – especially children aged 11 to 12 – love learning about world record breakers.

My seven years of world record adventures have included the exhilarating, the crestfallen, and everything in between. My appearances encourage children to be their best, and stimulate their imaginations positively. Let me entertain you. And if you think you've got what it takes to break specific mock world records, you'll have a chance to show your skills in front of everyone.

I have written various stories on this website about the world records which I've achieved. These provide a fascinating insight into the reality behind many of the high-profile stunts which gain considerable worldwide media attention. They also provide real inspiration to those looking to achieve their best.

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If you are creating a school project, why not look to make it more exciting and something different, by turning it into a world record attempt?

Whether you’re a team, by yourself or working together as a class, world record inspiration can help turn what might seem a dull topic into something exceptional. Who cares what your topic is. Chances are that someone, somewhere, will have got a world record for it. Okay… maybe for something similar.

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No journalist's article would be complete without at least one great photo.

To capture readers' imaginations, license your high resolution professionally taken shots here. There's everything from self-explanatory to blatantly ridiculous. The memories are lasting, and you can share these bygone days with your audiences.

My world records gain wide media exposure, and are frequently covered by journalists. Photos can be licensed for a single article or for a series, linked to either the world records themselves or for a wide variety of other applications.

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World record attempts attract wide media exposure.

World record breakers are often high-flyers. I’m one. So when the Problem Gambling Foundation of New Zealand and I teamed up to set a new world record for the most radio interviews in 24 hours, we sure got a lot of media attention. Online casinos in New Zealand were so impressed, they couldn’t ignore me.

Do you remember hearing us on air on that crazy day? The stunt drew publicity from both the gambling and anti-gambling communities internationally – including from online casinos. That leaves me with one message for you. Do what I enjoy doing: find what you love – whatever that may be - and chase it with passion!

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There are various ways of following my latest exploits, depending on your preference.

• The latest news on my website
  I always update my website with news of my latest achievements, with the full story behind my successes and a more light-hearted look at where things have not gone quite to plan. I also provide news on this site of forthcoming world record attempts and publicity events.
  
  
• Follow my Facebook page
  My Facebook page enables you to share your thoughts on world record breaking and donate to help sponsor further world record attempts which are in the pipeline. This will allow you to contribute to a tremendously high-impact means of promoting good causes that simply don't have the resources themselves, helping to raise effective public awareness for issues like urban poverty in developed nations, the slaughter of tropical mammals for trade, for children with Down Syndrome, and lawless destruction in national parks.
  
  
• Follow me on Twitter
  You can also follow my exploits on Twitter - originally set up to follow my progress during the world record for most radio interviews in a suspended cage. Now I've decided to provide the latest news of my exploits and world record achievements here. This provides a valuable means of following my progress as I strive to retain my position as New Zealand's most prolific world record breaker.
  
  
• Read my blog
  Finally, you can read more sound bites about my world records and forthcoming attempts on my WorldRecordChase.com blog. This is designed to provide a more general view of world records, attempts and my experiences as I travel across the globe in search of new challenges.
  

I rely on a great deal of support to maintain my record breaking attempts.

My achievements have recently been rewarded by a website called PokerListings. Currently they are working on promoting unique projects that use the web in a creative way. I've been selected and would like to thank them for the support.

The site recognises how I use world records to improve myself, and my work to raise awareness of issues, through record breaking stunts. What they have found especially noteworthy is my work to raise awareness of problem gambling, such as my records for the Most radio interviews in suspended cage and Greatest height to drop gambling machines.

I also rely on the expertise of a great number of professionals. Their success underpins mine, and they are listed here.