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Weld County Commissioner Scott James Wants To Ride A Ferris Wheel For 51 Hours In A Row

WELD COUNTY, Colo. (CBS4)- A Weld County Commissioner is trying to break his own world record by heading to the carnival. In 2017, Scott James rode a ferris wheel for 50 hours in a row.

Now, he wants to ride it for 51 hours, which would break his previous record.

51 for fun
(credit: Scott James)

He plans to start the world record attempt starting next Thursday at the Scheel's in Johnstown.

The event is a fundraiser for the Weld and Larimer County food banks. James wants to raise $1,000 for each hour he's on the ferris wheel.

LINK: 51 For Fun Ferris Wheel Fundraiser

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