Here's one more thing Kate Upton can do that you can't: keep a bikini top on in zero gravity.
The model donned a shiny gold swimsuit, and floated around a specially modified Boeing 727 run by Zero Gravity Corporation for Sports Illustrated's swimsuit issue.
Yes, we sent @KateUpton to SPACE! http://t.co/BWJQzLbKzJ #SISwim50 pic.twitter.com/jqiMHUkx1A— SI Swimsuit (@SI_Swimsuit) February 18, 2014
The flight's pilot achieved zero gravity by pulling the aircraft up at 45 degrees to 34,000 feet, then descending, causing 20 to 30 seconds of weightlessness.
For just $35, you can achieve Upton's zero-gravity look. Target is selling the gold swim/spacesuit as part of a limited-edition collection.
There's no real explanation for why SI came up with the concept -- perhaps Upton wanted a challenge after conquering beauty on land?
Regardless, the model described the historical occasion with the gravitas it deserves (see above video): "One small step for swimsuit, one giant leap for mankind."