Some people chase views from hilltops, while others chase them from places few would ever dare stand. British climber Adam Lockwood is one of those rare souls who feels most alive hundreds of meters above the ground.

The 21-year-old from Manchester recently caused a stir after climbing Dubai’s tallest crane. Disguised as a construction worker, he slipped past staff, scaled a 77-storey building, and reached the crane perched beside the Burj Khalifa. From there, he dangled more than 1,200 feet above the city—holding on with just one hand.

Adam said the stunt felt strangely calm, even though the crane was covered in thick grease. Each step was slippery and instinct became his only guide. He admitted to having several close calls but trusted his strength and years of experience to carry him through.

The footage shows him hanging by his hands and legs, moving across metal beams as if the height didn’t exist. For Adam, these moments bring a quiet focus. He says the challenge, the view, and the sense of freedom keep drawing him back to extreme climbs.

This isn’t his first breathtaking stunt. He’s hung from stadium roofs, climbed skyscrapers barefoot, and even performed pull-ups on a massive power station tower. Despite legal warnings and past bans, his passion continues to push him to new heights.

To Adam, these climbs aren’t acts of recklessness—they’re glimpses of the world from a place only a few will ever see. And for him, that feeling is worth every risk.