The Most Bizarre World Records You've Never Heard Of

The Most Bizarre World Records You've Never Heard Of

Did you know that there is a world record for the most Jaffa cakes eaten in one minute? Or that someone holds the title for the longest time spent inside a snow globe? We have compiled a list of the most bizarre world records you've never heard of. Let's take a look!

Most Snails on Face

In 2018, a man from Tokyo, Japan named Yuta Shinohara broke the world record for the most snails on the face. He managed to place 43 snails on his face for a total of 10 seconds. While it may seem strange, Shinohara's feat was actually an attempt to raise awareness for the environment and the importance of protecting snails.

Largest Collection of Rubber Ducks

A woman named Charlotte Lee from the United States holds the world record for the largest collection of rubber ducks. As of 2021, she has over 10,000 rubber ducks in her collection. Lee started collecting rubber ducks in the 1990s and has since amassed a collection that includes ducks of all shapes, sizes, and colors.

Most Times Hit by a Car in 60 Seconds

In 2017, a man named Ashrita Furman set the world record for the most times hit by a car in 60 seconds. He was hit a total of 25 times by a car traveling at a speed of 30 miles per hour. Furman's attempt at the record was part of his ongoing quest to break as many world records as possible.

Longest Time Spent in Direct Contact with Ice

Wim Hof, also known as "The Iceman," holds the world record for the longest time spent in direct contact with ice. He spent a total of 1 hour, 13 minutes, and 48 seconds submerged in ice. Hof is known for his ability to withstand extreme cold temperatures and has set several other world records related to cold exposure.

Largest Collection of Traffic Cones

David Morgan from the United Kingdom holds the world record for the largest collection of traffic cones. As of 2021, he has over 137 traffic cones in his collection. Morgan started collecting traffic cones in the 1990s and has since amassed a collection that includes cones of all sizes and colors.

Fastest Time to Eat a Raw Onion

The world record for the fastest time to eat a raw onion is held by a man named Peter Dowdeswell from the United Kingdom. He managed to eat a raw onion in just 29.56 seconds. Dowdeswell's attempt at the record was part of a fundraising event for a local charity.

Longest Time Spent Inside a Snow Globe

In 2016, a man named Austin Craig set the world record for the longest time spent inside a snow globe. He spent a total of 52 hours and 20 minutes inside the snow globe, which was filled with fake snow and Christmas decorations. Craig's attempt at the record was part of a promotion for a travel website.

Most T-Shirts Worn at Once

In 2019, a man named Krunoslav Budiselic from Croatia set the world record for the most T-shirts worn at once. He managed to wear a total of 245 T-shirts, which weighed a total of 68.54 kg (151.16 lb). Budiselic's attempt at the record was part of a charity event to raise money for sick children.

Largest Collection of Potato Heads

A woman named Christy Brown from the United States holds the world record for the largest collection of Potato Heads. As of 2021, she has over 8,000 Potato Heads in her collection. Brown started collecting Potato Heads in the 1990s and has since amassed a collection that includes Potato Heads of all shapes, sizes, and themes.

Fastest Time to Assemble Mr. Potato Head Blindfolded

The world record for the fastest time to assemble a Mr. Potato Head blindfolded is held by a man named David Rush from the United States. He managed to assemble a Mr. Potato Head in just 16.47 seconds while blindfolded. Rush is known for his ability to break world records and has set several other records related to speed and endurance.

Largest Collection of Airline Sick Bags

A man named Niek Vermeulen from the Netherlands holds the world record for the largest collection of airline sick bags. As of 2021, he has over 6,290 sick bags in his collection. Vermeulen started collecting sick bags in the 1970s and has since amassed a collection that includes bags from airlines all over the world.

These are just a few of the many bizarre world records out there. While some may seem strange or even pointless, they all represent the unique talents and interests of people from all over the world. Whether it's collecting traffic cones or eating a raw onion, breaking a world record can be a fun and rewarding experience for those who attempt it. Who knows, maybe you'll be the next person to set a world record!