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Jamey Mossengren, known professionally as "The Unicycling Unicorn," is an American street performer, unicyclist, and Guinness World Record holder. Before transitioning to a career in performance, he worked as an engineer but later pursued busking full-time, traveling internationally and incorporating comedy, juggling, and unicycling into his acts.[1][2][3]
In July 2024 at Unicon 21 in Bemidji, Minnesota, Jamey set the Guinness World Record for riding the tallest unicycle, reaching 44 feet.[4][5][6]
Early Life & Background
[edit]Jamey Mossengren was raised in Minnesota and initially pursued a career in engineering. His passion for unicycling began at a young age, and he eventually left his corporate career to pursue full-time busking.[2]
Career
[edit]Mossengren is a street performer who incorporates unicycle stunts, juggling, and comedy into his acts. His performances often feature crowd interaction and a unicorn-themed costume, which led to the moniker The Unicycling Unicorn. He has performed in multiple countries, including the United States, Australia, and various locations in Europe.[7]
World Record
[edit]On July 14, 2024, Mossengren set a new world record for the tallest rideable unicycle at UNICON 21 in Bemidji, Minnesota. He successfully rode a 14-meter (46-foot) unicycle, surpassing the previous record of 11.5 meters (37.7 feet).[6][7][8]
On February 18, 2025, Jamey Mossengren announced that he had officially been recognized by Guinness World Records.[3]
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