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.

Newsflash: The Kaiser Suspends!

Join Ben as he chuckles his way through a knee and elbow (knelbow?) suspension.

[Javascript required to view Flash movie, please turn it on and refresh this page]


DivX download link for BME members: Extreme2 or Full members

You’ve got to admit, it’s infectious.

(If you know of a better name than “knee and elbow”, “Reborn” or “Foetal Suspension” please let me know!)

Comments

160 responses to “Newsflash: The Kaiser Suspends!”

  1. Anselm Avatar
    Anselm

    I agree with Wilburt- I think cradle suspension is a good term. They posted it first, but I thought of it too.

  2. Anselm Avatar
    Anselm

    I agree with Wilburt- I think cradle suspension is a good term. They posted it first, but I thought of it too.

  3. Anselm Avatar
    Anselm

    I agree with Wilburt- I think cradle suspension is a good term. They posted it first, but I thought of it too.

  4. Anselm Avatar
    Anselm

    I agree with Wilburt- I think cradle suspension is a good term. They posted it first, but I thought of it too.

  5. Singing_down Avatar
    Singing_down

    YAY! Benny! go german people 😀

  6. Singing_down Avatar
    Singing_down

    YAY! Benny! go german people 😀

  7. Singing_down Avatar
    Singing_down

    YAY! Benny! go german people 😀

  8. Singing_down Avatar
    Singing_down

    YAY! Benny! go german people 😀

  9. Jeff Avatar
    Jeff

    “Inverted crawl suspension!”

  10. Jeff Avatar
    Jeff

    “Inverted crawl suspension!”

  11. Jeff Avatar
    Jeff

    “Inverted crawl suspension!”

  12. Jeff Avatar
    Jeff

    “Inverted crawl suspension!”

  13. Lil Miss Strange Avatar

    i dont know the english word for it but i call it “Faultier-suspension”, Faultier, you know the animal that hangs from trees and sleeps almost all his life?!

  14. Lil Miss Strange Avatar

    i dont know the english word for it but i call it “Faultier-suspension”, Faultier, you know the animal that hangs from trees and sleeps almost all his life?!

  15. Lil Miss Strange Avatar

    i dont know the english word for it but i call it “Faultier-suspension”, Faultier, you know the animal that hangs from trees and sleeps almost all his life?!

  16. Lil Miss Strange Avatar

    i dont know the english word for it but i call it “Faultier-suspension”, Faultier, you know the animal that hangs from trees and sleeps almost all his life?!

  17. derkaiser Avatar

    anna, look at post #9

  18. derkaiser Avatar

    anna, look at post #9

  19. derkaiser Avatar

    anna, look at post #9

  20. derkaiser Avatar

    anna, look at post #9

  21. Kit/iam:Twitch Avatar
    Kit/iam:Twitch

    it looks liek he’s beign cradled …so i’d agree and say maybe a cradle suspension ..but hey if it’s already named then so be it!

  22. Kit/iam:Twitch Avatar
    Kit/iam:Twitch

    it looks liek he’s beign cradled …so i’d agree and say maybe a cradle suspension ..but hey if it’s already named then so be it!

  23. Kit/iam:Twitch Avatar
    Kit/iam:Twitch

    it looks liek he’s beign cradled …so i’d agree and say maybe a cradle suspension ..but hey if it’s already named then so be it!

  24. Kit/iam:Twitch Avatar
    Kit/iam:Twitch

    it looks liek he’s beign cradled …so i’d agree and say maybe a cradle suspension ..but hey if it’s already named then so be it!

  25. hellonightmare Avatar

    that video is pretty much amazing in this state of mind..

  26. hellonightmare Avatar

    that video is pretty much amazing in this state of mind..

  27. hellonightmare Avatar

    that video is pretty much amazing in this state of mind..

  28. hellonightmare Avatar

    that video is pretty much amazing in this state of mind..

  29. randomspectator Avatar
    randomspectator

    Lil Miss Strange- the english word for it is ‘Sloth’ and that’d be a great name for this kind of suspension, hee! it does look like one!

  30. randomspectator Avatar
    randomspectator

    Lil Miss Strange- the english word for it is ‘Sloth’ and that’d be a great name for this kind of suspension, hee! it does look like one!

  31. randomspectator Avatar
    randomspectator

    Lil Miss Strange- the english word for it is ‘Sloth’ and that’d be a great name for this kind of suspension, hee! it does look like one!

  32. randomspectator Avatar
    randomspectator

    Lil Miss Strange- the english word for it is ‘Sloth’ and that’d be a great name for this kind of suspension, hee! it does look like one!

  33. TheWomanMonster Avatar
    TheWomanMonster

    Sloth suspension for the win.
    Looks… cozy.

  34. TheWomanMonster Avatar
    TheWomanMonster

    Sloth suspension for the win.
    Looks… cozy.

  35. TheWomanMonster Avatar
    TheWomanMonster

    Sloth suspension for the win.
    Looks… cozy.

  36. TheWomanMonster Avatar
    TheWomanMonster

    Sloth suspension for the win.
    Looks… cozy.

  37. chocolate milk Avatar
    chocolate milk

    joint suspension?

  38. chocolate milk Avatar
    chocolate milk

    joint suspension?

  39. chocolate milk Avatar
    chocolate milk

    joint suspension?

  40. chocolate milk Avatar
    chocolate milk

    joint suspension?

  41. Tonus Avatar
    Tonus

    I’d call it “Awesome”!

  42. Tonus Avatar
    Tonus

    I’d call it “Awesome”!

  43. Tonus Avatar
    Tonus

    I’d call it “Awesome”!

  44. Tonus Avatar
    Tonus

    I’d call it “Awesome”!

  45. hedning Avatar

    #10. Not the only one, Kaizers Orchestra is awesome.

  46. hedning Avatar

    #10. Not the only one, Kaizers Orchestra is awesome.

Latest Tattoo, Piercing, and Body Modification News

  • Twelve Points to the Sky
    There’s a particular kind of magic that happens at your first big suspension gathering when you arrive with nerves, an open heart, and the quiet hope of flight. Guided by the encouragement of mentor Lynn Loheide and driven by the quiet confidence of belonging, Alex… Read more: Twelve Points to the Sky
  • Ontario SusCon 2025
    In March 2025, BME attended the Ontario Suspension Convention in Hamilton, hosted by the Kevin Donaghy and the Ontario Suspension Collective. We had the pleasure to take part and help document the event, but also run a booth to sell a bunch of old (but… Read more: Ontario SusCon 2025
  • Welcome Back to Body Modification Ezine
    Dear BME Community, We’ve been gone far too long, but BME is back to give people a voice, a space, a community. With time everything evolves, and BME may be different than you remember. Our goal is to stay true to Shannon and Rachel’s values… Read more: Welcome Back to Body Modification Ezine
  • BME Social Media
    Word of mouth has been our method of reuniting the community, and it has brought a substantial amount of us together. I am inspired by your loyalty and I want to remind more people of BME’s existence. In 2020 we gained control over @bmezine on… Read more: BME Social Media
  • BMEShop
    Despite the hurricanes in 2015 which destroyed almost all of what Rachel owned, she managed to save the original inventory from BME. We have relisted some of the stock on BMEShop.com with the hopes you may be interested.  Our first drop includes a selection of… Read more: BMEShop
  • Rachel Larratt 1980-2022
    Unfortunately, when we lost some of the ModBlog content, it included the post about Rachel’s passing. (Original Post) Rachel passed away on June 22, 2022. She died in her sleep. Even now, it’s extremely difficult to write this post. Rachel meant so much to so… Read more: Rachel Larratt 1980-2022