Weird and Bizarre Facts Volume Two: Stuff That Sounds Phony But Isn't

Weird and Bizarre Facts Volume Two: Stuff That Sounds Phony But Isn't

We have compiled MORE weirdness for you, all wrapped up in Weird and Bizarre Facts - Volume Two, and it's all true stuff. I realize a lot of it sounds like bull, but it's not. Okay, a few things in here might skirt the edge of the truth, but if they aren't true I'll tell you. Maybe. So get comfortable and be prepared to learn more crazy, bizarre facts than anyone has a right to know. Amaze your friends and confound your enemies with this treasure trove of useless information. Or not. Here are a few examples to whet your appetite... In the 1930s, the Soviet Union experimented with a "turbojet train" that used jet engines from bombers. It reached speeds of up to 160 mph but was deemed too impractical and dangerous to implement. In the 1950s, engineers seriously proposed the "Atomobile" – a nuclear-powered car that would theoretically run for 5 years without refueling. The project was abandoned due to obvious safety concerns. Extreme Ironing: A hobby that combines outdoor adventure and ironing; enthusiasts iron clothes in extreme locations, like mountain peaks, underwater, and even while skydiving.