Fall on Sidetrack, Sundance Buttress, Lumpy Ridge
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Yesterday, 6/14/13, at about 2:30 pm, I took a leader Fall near the top of the crux pitch of Sidetrack. In retrospect, I was off route, further left the the usual exit, on bulbous rock that was hard to protect. I don't remember falling. My partner and witnesses (CMS guide and client) say my top three pieces popped, I inverted, and fell ~40 ft, bouncing off the rock as I came down. I regained consciousness after they got me settled safely on a ledge near the belay. The first thing I noticed was vomit in my helmet. Then it was many hours of being assisted down by the CMS and RMNP guides, a helicopter short haul (they tell me very unusual for RMNP; it was only because there was one in the area looking at the fire), and ambulance ride to the Estes Park Medical center. |
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Great to hear from you Jonathan!! We're all sooo happy to hear that you are doing well!! |
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Wishing you a speedy recovery Jonathan! |
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Glad to hear your injuries weren't worse! Thought you might like to see the Denver Post article if you haven't already. |
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Accidents happen. Glad you lived through yours. I wish you a speedy and full recovery. |
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So glad you are here to tell the story. Heal up quick. |
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You made the NPS Morning Report for today. |