Stair Chase with Tomáš Slavík
Our journey to film the "Stair Chase" project with Tomáš Slavík took us to the exotic locales of India and Hong Kong. The primary goal was not only to capture stunning footage of Tomáš racing down stairs on his bike but also to scout potential courses for future Red Bull races. Our adventure began in India, but complications arose right from the start.
At the airport, we encountered our first challenge during check-in when we discovered we did not have the necessary visas. This forced us to rebook our tickets for a later date and arrange for express visas. After a tense wait to see if our visas would arrive on time, we returned to the airport the following day. This time, check-in went smoothly, and we celebrated briefly at a local beer hall with a few rounds of "cappuccinos." We finally boarded the plane, but were soon shaken up when the pilot abruptly braked on the taxiway. After an hour of uncertainty, we learned that the aircraft had a control issue and we had to disembark, reclaim our luggage, and go through the check-in process again.
STAIR CHASE INDIA
Our next flight, with Emirates, presented further challenges, especially with the transport of our nine drones. Despite these unexpected obstacles, we finally arrived in Delhi. After a night in a hotel, we continued to the picturesque mountain town of Aizawl in Eastern India. The delays had cost us precious time, complicating Tomáš's schedule since he was also involved in another shoot with an Indian production for Hyundai.
Despite the tight schedule, minimal sleep, and ongoing challenges, our filming in Eastern India was successful. The locals were incredibly friendly, and we managed to produce some excellent material for our video. With a sense of accomplishment, we moved on to our next destination—Hong Kong. Here, we faced further challenges due to the crowds and restrictions on normal traffic, complicating our filming efforts.
After four intensive days in Hong Kong and a series of successful shoots, we finally embarked on our journey home. Although the trip tested us, we returned with unforgettable experiences and valuable footage that will greatly contribute to Tomáš's "Stair Chase" project.