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Fletcher
Trad climber
The great state of advaita
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Jul 29, 2013 - 09:52pm PT
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It seems that tragedy and K2 are linked in my mind. So very sorry to hear this. Peace to all who carry on.
Eric
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phylp
Trad climber
Millbrae, CA
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Jul 29, 2013 - 09:56pm PT
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Oh no! This is very sad news. My condolences to their family and loved ones. I'm so sorry for your loss.
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mouse from merced
Trad climber
The finger of fate, my friends, is fickle.
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Jul 29, 2013 - 11:00pm PT
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What can I do?
You win again.
I'm sorry for your victims now.
You have no heart, no shame, I love you still.
--Hank Williams
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guido
Trad climber
Santa Cruz/New Zealand/South Pacific
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Jul 29, 2013 - 11:39pm PT
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Colin Monteath just posted a list of Marty's climbs.
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Argon
climber
North Bay, CA
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Jul 30, 2013 - 12:57am PT
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Wow, Marty's Messner-class resume is incredible. Such a tragic loss. Condolences to all who knew Marty and Denali.
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John Mac
Trad climber
Littleton, CO
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Jul 31, 2013 - 08:55am PT
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Any updates?
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Patrick Sawyer
climber
Originally California now Ireland
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Jul 31, 2013 - 09:15am PT
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That is really, really sad. Huge condolences to the family and friends.
Patrick
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guido
Trad climber
Santa Cruz/New Zealand/South Pacific
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Jul 31, 2013 - 10:16pm PT
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Kalimon
Social climber
Ridgway, CO
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Jul 31, 2013 - 10:21pm PT
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Transcending this mortal coil on possibly the mightiest peak on planet Earth . . . bless you both.
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Bargainhunter
climber
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The author of the above article stated that their goal was to climb K2 alpine style, yet he also stated that they had planned to fix ropes. Isn't that a contradiction?
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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sofrep went behind a paywall last week, so the link above is no longer available.
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survival
Big Wall climber
Terrapin Station
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Thinking of them this morning.
So Sorry for all of you that knew them.
So sorry for us all.
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Norwegian
Trad climber
dancin on the tip of god's middle finger
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losing your life on an extra-ordinary journey
is far superior, in my idiotic opinion,
than mainitaining one upon mundane paths.
[Click to View YouTube Video]
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guido
Trad climber
Santa Cruz/New Zealand/South Pacific
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I also would like to remind everybody that a memorial service celebrating the lives of Marty and Denali will be held at Bear Valley Lodge on Sunday August 11th at 2 p.m.
Denali's family is asking for everyone who would like to, to contribute a story, memory, or thought about one or both of them. Photos, links, and videos are also welcome. What is contributed by Friday, August 9th will be on display at the service. Everything will be immortalized in a collection that will be made available to Denali and Marty’s family, friends and anyone interested in celebrating and remembering their special lives. Please email all contributions to Larisa at: denalimarty@gmail.com. Larisa and friends will also be creating a slideshow for both Marty and Denali so please send any photos you would like to be included.
Take care,
Daan
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cliffhanger
Trad climber
California
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Aug 11, 2013 - 02:48pm PT
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A very sad loss.
Camp 3:
http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:K2_-_Camp_3_Sunrise.jpg
Route description: http://climbing.about.com/od/mountainclimbing/ss/K2AbruzziSpur_2.htm
Camp 3
After climbing 1,650 feet (500 meters) from Camp 2, climbers usually situate Camp 3 at 24,100 feet (7,350 meters) above the Black Pyramid's rock wall and below steep unstable snow slopes. The narrow valley between K2 and Broad Peak often acts as a wind funnel, channeling high winds through the gap and making the snow slopes from here to The Shoulder above avalanche prone. Climbers usually stash extra gear, including tents, sleeping bags, stoves, and food, on the Black Pyramid because they are sometimes forced to descend for supplies if Camp 3 is swept away by an avalanche.
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guido
Trad climber
Santa Cruz/New Zealand/South Pacific
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Jul 27, 2015 - 09:28am PT
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RIP Marty and Denali- July 27, 2013
Today begins an exhibit of Denali's art work in San Francisco, the Peak Inspirations Exhibit which will go towards funding the Denali Foundation.
http://www.peakinspirations.com
http://www.denalifoundation.org/home.html
Ueli Steck:
“They are abstract, which reflects the kind beauty of the mountains. Climbing itself, is similar. Climbing is beautiful but a lot of the time, not. Its cold, its dangerous, Why are we doing this? There is no real reason to climb mountains…? But we are doing it because we feel alive out there! There is a lot more behind these great paintings, its not only colour on paper.”
Peter Hillary:
“In his short life Denali shared his love of extreme alpinism with his father and here in death is his artistic legacy; a portrayal of life at the sharp-end. The works are an expression of these profound experiences and provide a glimpse of human frailty before the wrath of the mighty mountains and the weather gods he liked to engage with. Climb on!”
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Tobia
Social climber
Denial
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Jul 27, 2015 - 09:46am PT
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I streamed a couple of documentaries on K-2 over the weekend. It seems as the most daunting place on this planet; yet the sirens on the summit cease to sing.
My deepest respect to those who attempt to summit; and more to those who die in trying.
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survival
Big Wall climber
Terrapin Station
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Jul 27, 2015 - 05:06pm PT
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Thanks for reminding us Guido, and for the information on the art.
Very hard to have two men from the same family lost like that. I know you were friends with them. A tough anniversary indeed.
My condolences once again.
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