
It's a bucket list item for countless thrill seekers – a high-speed basket ride down a mountain on the Portuguese island of Madeira. @ianjameslee got an up-close look at how the iconic carts are made and braved the downhill ride.
Ian James Lee
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It's a bucket list item for countless thrill seekers – a high-speed basket ride down a mountain on the Portuguese island of Madeira. @ianjameslee got an up-close look at how the iconic carts are made and braved the downhill ride.















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