Archives for March 28th, 2006

The sphere knows your worst fears. (source)

I’m often mystified by which foreign innovations make it to Slovenia and which don’t. For example, you won’t find hibachi, TiVo, Indian restaurants, Taco Bell, or rainbow parties here, but you will find people rolling down hills in giant hamster balls.

Zorbing was invented in New Zealand, but has since rolled its way to Celje. It’s a bit pricey: 4,500 SIT (almost 20 euros) for one roll. Still, if you want to get spun around — I can’t think of a better way. Well, maybe twirling around in a circle… Or having someone pick you up and shake you. Still, you wouldn’t be rolling in either of those cases.

You can watch a video of the ball in action here.

(Thanks Marko!)