Nightlife Editor Alice goes through the motions (so we don’t have to)

1 Get fitted for a harness and helmet

“It’s safety over style at this point. The fitters make sure it’s a snug fit so neither come flying off while I’m hurtling through the air.”

2 Walk gingerly to the base of the slingshot

“The one-minute walk feels like an hour. I’m shaky but holding it together.”

3 Get hoisted off the ground and stretched some 40m

“Adrenaline overload as the hoisting begins. My nerves are about as stretched as my body feels.”

4 Catapult across the beach at 100km/h (gurning optional)

“No screams as there’s no time. I think I left my cheekbones at the starting point…”