Why? Because I Can.... by RodS
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Today, I found a few rubber "stress cows" from days long past when I worked for Gateway Computers. I also found a box of old firecrackers. Being the kind of guy I am, I decided to put two and two together - or is that moo and bang together. Anyway.... I used an old drill bit to create an opening (in a strategic location) in the cows to insert the firecrackers. To prove my insanity, I also decided to shoot a video with my EOS 6D. This is cow tipping with an attitude...
You can check out the video HERE.
I lifted a few frames from the video - which I find more interesting than the video itself.
Frame 1 is just the fuse burning. I placed a small pile of powder in the center to light all the firecracker fuses at the same time.
Frame 2 - Cow #1 explodes (left rear). It barely moved him - he didn't even fall over!
Frame 3 - Cow #2 explodes (right front). What amazes me is how resilient these things are. Note the body simply expands, but doesn't rupture! Amazing considering you can see the light from inside the cow!
Frame 4 - Cow #3 explodes (left front). Meh...
Frame 5 - Cow #4 explodes (right rear). Thought he was going to be a dud, but after a few seconds, this happened. For those of you who - on some beery night - are tempted to try and light a fart, you might want to keep this image in mind.
I really thought these cows would be blown to bits, but the rubber just absorbed all the energy, and - aside from some minor smoke stains, they're all in as good a condition as before.
Now that I've totally convinced everyone that I'm completely nuts, I'll say good night, and I hope everyone is having a 'blast' this weekend!
Thanks for dropping by, and for all your wonderful comments and support!
Comments (35)
Razor42
LOL, ITs a rare thing to see such artistic brilliance these days :D
auntietk
ROTFLMAO!!! You can blow them up day after day after day, with no ill effects! I bet Gateway never imagined this sort of ahem "end" for their little stress cows! :P
auntietk
You know, you LOOK so normal!! LOL!
Faemike55
Outstanding work on this new version of cow tipping! that last frame is the best - proof positive that cows are the best source for methane! thanks for the laugh! going to check out the video
Faemike55
Love the video! that last cow launched himself quite well
Faemike55
last cow: we have lift off! I repeat, Lift off!
bmac62
Maybe you should try this with a few bobble heads of your favorite politicians. What a great gig you put these poor little cows through! Love it.
brewgirlca
That is so evil. I had to look at it a few times to really get what was going on.... and of course go back and actually read what you wrote. Truelly funny. I love the pyro effects of the second frame, the structure of the burn is amazing. But that final piece with the ass on view of that exploding cow fart.... now that is a Mastercard priceless moment.
misty7j3
I feel sorry for the cows!! Cool photos though.....looks like you were having fun playing with 'firecrackers'!!! 'lol'!!
magnus073
Rod, this was a great idea you had that really made my night. Thanks for the smiles.
vitachick
6 AM Sunday. My first and probably hardy laugh of the day.. Have you consulted a doctor? Excellant!!
Cyve
LOL... It's AMAZING and FABULOUS... Oustandingly done my friend !!!
twingo
LMAO..................... Now this is fun and in a way you could call it a kind of stress relief. Fun pics and video Rod.
adrie
This is a great idea, and also funny pictures Rod.
GrandmaT
You need to get a hobby, or a therapist. On second thought this probably works just as well and is a LOT cheaper. From the sound of it, you could do it again since the cows didn't seem to suffer any major damage. I just hope my grandchildren don't see this. :-))
Richardphotos
I had forgot about Gateway computers. I tried one once, but returned it to the store because TV function would not work I use to put cherry firecrackers in empty cans to see how high they would be lifted when I was young outstanding screen captures. I am off to watch your video
mrestey
LMAO Rod! Is this an ISS BOOM MOO joke? LOL! I think you have finally lost it completely, totally, entirely - GONE, buddy! But, it's funny!
mrestey
OMG! That video is hilarious. I left a comment. I LOVE the last cow to pop! The long delay really builds anticipation. AWESOME!
mrestey
"Hello Mr. Goffer. It's just me, Mr. Bunny. Pay no attention to this thing in my bum - doctor's prescription!" LOL!
mrestey
LOL @ BMAC! I agree! How about a bobble head of MOO-CHELLE OBAMA!
synthetik3
The last cow thought it was safe, lol thank you for good laugh even if at a poor plastic cows expense lol
Xfitz
I'm reading a subtext here on global warming and methane gas.
mikeerson
and you're always calling me a nut job - lol.... I wouldn't put those rubber cows on you desk with the burnt butt holes or someone may really think you're a nut job - lol ...Woody and Buzzlightyear may have to pay you a visit and save some toys - lol
adorety
Truly funny! The last frame with the flaming ass is the best. I've known a few flaming a**holes and now I wish I could forward this to them.
eekdog
holy cow! or smokin' cow!! feeling like a kid again i see my friend. i always blew up my plastic car models. love the series of shots on this, Rod. and don you mean " nucking futs", snicker, lol Steve // also feel like having steak tonight now..
FaeMoon
This is incredibly funny, love the exploding cows, but i'm glad they survived to be used as stress relief another day!
Savage_dragon
... its what's for dinner. ;)
MagikUnicorn
WAY COOL DUDE :)
blinkings
KILL EM!
Froggy
Ahh Gateway, now there's a blast from the past! You may be nuts mate, but it's a fun and entertaining nuts all the same! Glad you showed us all this, it made me smile!
Egzariuf
Made me laugh, made me smile !!!
drifterlee
That's hilarious, Rod!!!!!
oddment
They all look innocently clueless in frame 1 Frame 3 make sme wonder if sub-surface scattering is actually painful for V4 And the last frame... Lol. Too many comments come to mind to put here. Lots of fun. Thanks for sharing this.
jocko500
hahaha the older we get the more child like we become hahahahah
thelufias
These cows seem a lot more resilient then the Gateways were LOL..... Entertainment 101..... Enjoyed it and then some.
mickeyrony
That a nice experience you have to do for lot of fun . Looking the video too Only one hit the fence and go out ))5++))