Video Video: Still highlining after close call
Highliner Matthieu Plante shares his love for the sport that almost killed him.
“It feels like a trampoline in the sky,” highliner Matthieu Plante laughs.
Plante fell into the sport he describes as “a frustrating meditation” six years ago and hasn’t stopped since.
Today he highlines all year round and believes that anyone who is dedicated can learn the sport.
Watch the video to hear about Plante’s close call and to witness his favourite highlining tricks.
Matthieu Plante highlining under a bridge near Revelstoke. Photo: William Eaton Photos
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