In a dazzling display of community spirit and balance on wheels, over 100 roller skaters, including Burning Man veteran Morgana Gelb, gathered on Sunday afternoon at Golden Gate Park to attempt a unique world record: the longest human roller-skating serpentine chain.

The event brought together 105 skaters, who locked arms and wheels to form a serpentine formation, gliding in sync through the park’s historic rollerway in hopes of making it into the record books.

Among the participants was Morgana Gelb, a seasoned skater from San Anselmo, known for her marathon skating feats and all-night sessions at Burning Man’s roller disco. But this time, she was skating for something entirely new — a Guinness World Record.

“A world record has never been on my list of things to do,” Gelb admitted, “but this is the right time and the right place.”

The event was less about competition and more about connection, coordination, and fun. Families, friends, and first-timers joined seasoned skaters in a colorful celebration of movement and unity. The skaters practiced weaving patterns before making the final attempt — a shimmering snake of helmets, glitter, and grins.

Organized by a local skating group with Guinness World Records officials observing, the attempt drew cheers from onlookers and park visitors who gathered to witness the record in the making.

The record attempt wasn’t just about numbers — it was about reclaiming public spaces for joy and creativity. For Gelb and many others, it was a reminder that serendipity and community spirit can turn an ordinary afternoon into something unforgettable.

Final verification from Guinness is still pending, but participants remain hopeful. Whether or not the record is officially certified, the event has already rolled its way into the hearts of San Franciscans — and onto Morgana Gelb’s ever-growing list of roller adventures.