Bailing out at high speeds

[ATAG_Snapper]

Originally Posted by bongodriver

Actually it is, the feeling of difficulty comes from the body's own reflex against the unnatural feeling of air being forced in, overcome that and you are getting ram air pressure straight into the lungs.

Makes sense. If there's a reflex action occurring as you describe resisting the influx of air, perhaps the sensation to us was perceived as suction. It was never close to being any kind of danger -- far from it. Mildly uncomfortable over the duration of the ride is the best description.