A black-and-white photo of a person mid-air in a Superman-style body suspension pose, supported by multiple hooks in their back and legs, smiling joyfully toward the camera. They are suspended horizontally in a large indoor space with high ceilings and visible rigging. A group of onlookers—some seated, some standing—watch with expressions of admiration, amusement, and support. The atmosphere is lively and communal, capturing a moment of shared experience and transformation.

What’s cooler than being cool?

Friends don’t let friends choose their own nicknames.

[LINK via IAM:Mikesch.]

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110 responses to “What’s cooler than being cool?”

  1. Me Avatar
    Me

    Great tattoos. All of you people dissing this guy: I wonder if you’d have the courage to tattoo yourself this way, irregardless of what people think / say about it. This guy had the courage to show the world how he defined himself / what he called himself, doubtless knowing that people might make fun of him. I say he’s more confident and assured than 99.9% of people. This guy obviously REALLY dosen’t care what people think, he 100% has the courage to be himself. Good for him!

  2. Me Avatar
    Me

    Great tattoos. All of you people dissing this guy: I wonder if you’d have the courage to tattoo yourself this way, irregardless of what people think / say about it. This guy had the courage to show the world how he defined himself / what he called himself, doubtless knowing that people might make fun of him. I say he’s more confident and assured than 99.9% of people. This guy obviously REALLY dosen’t care what people think, he 100% has the courage to be himself. Good for him!

  3. Alexis Avatar
    Alexis

    This German man shows that Americans aren’t the only morons in the world. Sadly, this is the only real purpose Mr. CooL ICE serves with his tattoos.

  4. Alexis Avatar
    Alexis

    This German man shows that Americans aren’t the only morons in the world. Sadly, this is the only real purpose Mr. CooL ICE serves with his tattoos.

  5. dark_gothik Avatar
    dark_gothik

    most morons are from europe

  6. dark_gothik Avatar
    dark_gothik

    most morons are from europe

  7. Jason Avatar
    Jason

    If you look on Youtube, you can find a video about him on a talk show. He’s real.

  8. Jason Avatar
    Jason

    If you look on Youtube, you can find a video about him on a talk show. He’s real.

  9. Aleister Avatar
    Aleister

    At 51, I can understand your reasoning…however…irregardless is not a word.

  10. Aleister Avatar
    Aleister

    At 51, I can understand your reasoning…however…irregardless is not a word.

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