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Staircase on the island of St. Helena - not for the faint hearted!
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Feb 12, 2023 21:36:58   #
Mac Loc: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia now Hernando Co. Fl.
 
bcheary wrote:
Here is the history of the 699 step Jacobs Ladder. https://adventure.howstuffworks.com/jacobs-ladder.htm


Thank you. Very interesting.

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Feb 12, 2023 21:51:37   #
bcheary Loc: Jacksonville, FL
 
TriX wrote:
How many deaths so far?


Good question.

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Feb 13, 2023 06:31:03   #
yssirk123 Loc: New Jersey
 

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Feb 13, 2023 08:45:48   #
keywest305 Loc: Baltimore Md.
 
Not a chance for me. The cardio not a problem but the height and that incline u would be sick. Up is easier but coming down would be treacherous for me

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Feb 13, 2023 08:58:22   #
StanMac Loc: Tennessee
 
What is the incline angle. Looks pretty much straight up to me! šŸ˜©

Stan

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Feb 13, 2023 09:10:20   #
Shellback Loc: North of Cheyenne Bottoms Wetlands - Kansas
 
StanMac wrote:
What is the incline angle. Kooks pretty much straight up to me! šŸ˜©

Stan

Each step on Jacobā€™s Ladder is about 30cm (11 inches) in high, which is slightly higher that a normal steps on house stairs. And with an incline of between 39 ā€“ 41 degrees, your legs will get a good workout.



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Feb 13, 2023 09:11:09   #
mr spock Loc: Fairfield CT
 
Are you kidding me?????
You'd have to send a helicopter to get me down

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Feb 13, 2023 09:34:22   #
keywest305 Loc: Baltimore Md.
 
mr spock wrote:
Are you kidding me?????
You'd have to send a helicopter to get me down


Agree

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Feb 13, 2023 11:31:26   #
jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY
 
Yeah, I've seen pictures of that before. What were they thinking?! Imagine being given the job to build that.

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Feb 13, 2023 11:42:22   #
sippyjug104 Loc: Missouri
 
"And she's climbing the stairway to heaven..."

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Feb 13, 2023 12:02:44   #
nimbushopper Loc: Tampa, FL
 

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Feb 13, 2023 12:55:35   #
lmTrying Loc: WV Northern Panhandle
 
bcheary wrote:
The staircase located on the island of Saint Helena in the Atlantic Ocean is one of the longest straight staircases in the world. This impressive architectural feat provides a challenging and picturesque ascent, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding scenery. The straight design of the staircase sets it apart from traditional winding staircases and adds to its uniqueness. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or simply looking for a new adventure, this staircase is a must-see for anyone visiting the island of Saint Helena.
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NOPE!!!

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Feb 13, 2023 13:13:08   #
PhotogHobbyist Loc: Bradford, PA
 
Shellback wrote:
Agree - it is good exercise though at 699-steps. Known as Jacob's Ladder, itā€™s 925 feet (282 meters) long, scaling a cliff face that's 600 feet (183 meters) tall.


The average height of each step works out to an average of about 10 inches. Not for those with acrophobia or heart conditions.

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Feb 13, 2023 13:13:10   #
mr spock Loc: Fairfield CT
 
sippyjug104 wrote:
"And she's climbing the stairway to heaven..."



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Feb 13, 2023 14:42:13   #
genocolo Loc: Vail and Gasparilla Island
 
bcheary wrote:
The staircase located on the island of Saint Helena in the Atlantic Ocean is one of the longest straight staircases in the world. This impressive architectural feat provides a challenging and picturesque ascent, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding scenery. The straight design of the staircase sets it apart from traditional winding staircases and adds to its uniqueness. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or simply looking for a new adventure, this staircase is a must-see for anyone visiting the island of Saint Helena.
The staircase located on the island of Saint Helen... (show quote)


Thatā€™s what we call a ā€œ38 specialā€. That means that if someone were pointing a 38-special at my head, I might consider the climb! But probably not!

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