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, from his base in Auckland, New Zealand, 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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On my mind
Dreams enrich our lives. Should suitable opportunities arise, could these be the ultimate?
- exploration of the Mariana Trench – 11 kilometers below the surface of the Pacific
- most roofs painted in 24 hours – change the earth's albedo
- most animals adopted – wildlife placed in permanent care
- greatest distance wing-walking – long-range, low altitude at high speed
- longest lecture delivered from space – critical global issues
But not all my aspirations are so ambitious...
- highest free-fall – from an airship, alight, into a pit of offal
Upcoming attempts
Records achieved
From the steamy tropics into cool news topics
Even though you can't see anything yet, a team is working furiously to arrange a series of world records that span several continents.
We know media doesn't normally venture into unstable regions of Africa, but this team is on a mission to help local wildlife. We're coming!
There's much collaboration between north America, Europe and a handful of African nations which many dream of visiting on romantic wildlife escapes and holidays with a difference. But it's not all so romantic where disrespect for nature means terrible treatment of natural environments – and this team is stepping forward to stand up for nature. We'll draw much-needed attention to sad circumstances affecting both humanity and the natural world. Plans being finalised in the tropics are all tied in with an as yet undisclosed visit to numerous Pacific Island states.
Watch this space. It's only a matter of time before years of paperwork and discussions become more world record attempts, producing an opportunity for you to get involved through sponsorship and helping to raise awareness of environmental issues. And if you're in mainstream media, let's chat about it.
A very fine artwork for the love of rugby
This sculpture, depicting a rugby scene, is so large we can't fit it through most sports shop doors.
Getting this hefty large sculpture partially completed has been a tiring few months. But the true challenge is mounting. We've turned an unsuspecting neighbourhood into a rugby-centred construction site. Tens of thousands of joints; close to 100 metres of steel, not far from a quarter of a ton in weight, and a team who've never known such a creation to exist... And that's precisely why we've taken on this job: no finished product like it exists on earth. That means it's sure to create a storm in popular media.
The next few weeks are being dedicated to
completing this glistening mobile rugby sculpture, and preparing for
the avalanche of media approaches. Then, subject to a successful
review by the judges, the largest sculpture of its kind in
the world will be out for all to see. I mean it when I say
almost every person: media has been arranged in more countries and
languages than I can write on a sheet of paper. But that's only
the beginning of fame for this awesome item which is packaged like
royalty.
Guinness World Records ™ Day
Each November, I participate in this well-publicised global record-breaking bonanza.
It's a prime opportunity for companies looking for worldwide exposure through sponsorship because my world record attempts at this time of year typically receive some of the highest exposure of all – including to the most 'local' corners of the earth. Scores of countries take part, and I see this event increasing in size every year. The atmosphere, driven by excitement but restrained by attemptee anticipation, spreads very fast. This is a lovely time, and one in which a sponsor can share in both the excitement and media frenzy which the event creates.
And yes, of course I'll be taking part in the
next one. In fact, sometimes I begin planning things that take my fancy
up to a year ahead. I just can't help myself.
So no need to complain that advertising your business is too expensive. Your solution could be right here.
Giant food – free to the public, without our pain
For years, the team has been planning a giant free meal for Manukau, New Zealand – but eating this never-before-sized meal won't be half the challenge.
If one is committed, a logistical mountain should be viewed as a molehill. So! On we go, focused and positive.
The concept behind this popular family treat is so enormous that we had to begin by investigating the use of Roman flipping mechanisms, powerful telescopic cranes and large forklifts to help us cook it. Manpower alone won't be able to deliver this meal - it's so big, that purpose-specific equipment will need to be manufactured. But that costs money which the generous folks alive don't seem to have right now. So we're looking for company sponsorship of money and equipment as a way of both contributing to this community, but also advertising business.
And this is where I'm training my mind to remain as bright as a button, thinking it will one day be a pleasure to serve this meal free to Manukau in recognition of the greatness to emerge from its communities. And what's all this got to do with you? Stay alert for the next world record meal we'll bring!
" Is that all?," you ask
Well, actually, no it isn't. They say a
wise man holds his cards close to his chest.
Since I like that saying, I think I'll follow its advice.
But what I can say is my mind is always racing with ideas. Perhaps some day I'll hire a private army and we'll go breaking world records everywhere from the ocean floor to the craters of the moon. But, alas, for now, I will be planning records in moderate doses. At this rate, every now and then you'll find me in media somewhere – perhaps in your latest magazine issue, in a TV clip, or on your airwaves.
See you around folks!