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Alois
Social climber
Idyllwild, California
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Jul 14, 2007 - 06:56pm PT
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Words don't describe how I feel. This is terrible news for those of us who met Michael and found him to be wonderful, witty, dreaming, full of energy and only looking forward. A climber in the old and the new. One who read about the old days of the sport, one who aspired to do things the right way, incredibly talented and courageous climber and one who I was immensely proud to call my friend. I will miss you brother Michael. Alois Smrz.
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Karl Baba
Trad climber
Yosemite, Ca
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Jul 14, 2007 - 08:09pm PT
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I've always enjoyed the times I got to hang with Mikey. His larger than life persona was a kick.
I'm going to start in on missing him so if he turns up safe it will be a wonderful miracle.
Some folks destiny is to burn bright and fast, no time and patience for old age.
Much love and standing in Spirit with his family
peace
Karl
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Fluoride
Trad climber
Hollywood, CA
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Jul 14, 2007 - 08:12pm PT
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I'm hoping and praying for a positive outcome. I got to know Michael when I first started climbing and his contagious positive energy is something that every climber should get to experience. Some of my most memorable days of J-Treee climbing involved Michael. He's someone that every time I'd run into him in the past couple years would always give me a good laugh, as well as great inspiration to always go for your goals.
Fingers crossed and hope alive.
B
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MarthaP
climber
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Jul 14, 2007 - 08:43pm PT
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He's a crusty little sh#t and hopefully is hanging out naked in some inlet waiting for the Coast Guard to bring him a margarita.
Marci and Nikki are on their way. Hang in there, Michael. I need to call you an as#@&%e to your face at least one more time.
You are greatly loved. Don't give up. The fat lady hasn't sung yet and you haven't eaten your cake.
Martha
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TYeary
Mountain climber
Calif.
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Jul 14, 2007 - 09:01pm PT
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This is terrible news indeed.
I counted Michael as a friend. He is indeed a lightning rod for contraversey. A true "force of nature". I'm hoping that he is cold and wet, waiting to be plucked from a rock. We discussed the motivation of his detractors at great length and he never sunk to charactor asasination to make his point. He let his climbing speak for it's self. I love the shot of him soloing the Vampire and flipping the bird to his doubters (just to ruffle a few feathers). The look on his face says it all. Those of you who know him, will recognise the imp dancing behind his eyes.
Both of us have daughters. We spent far more time talking about the perils of raising young girls , making that transition to teenagehood, than climbing.
I'm hoping he will emerge from this epic with frightfull stories told manically, over several pints.
My thoughts are going out to you, Michael, and your family.
Tony
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Crimpergirl
Social climber
St. Looney
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Jul 14, 2007 - 09:32pm PT
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I was almost home when I got the call about this. I'm really saddened because this doesn't look good and Michael is a friend. I'm praying for Marci and Nikki.
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Slakkey
Trad climber
From a Quiet Place by the Lake
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Jul 14, 2007 - 09:39pm PT
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I have been watching this unfold today. and Like many have said it does not look good but, lets keep a positive vibe until we hear different.
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trapeze artemis
climber
Surf City
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Jul 14, 2007 - 11:20pm PT
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Don't write mikey off just yet
he's a stubborn irish bulldog.
positive vibes
my best to Marci and Nikki
Hang in there Mikey!
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WBraun
climber
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Jul 14, 2007 - 11:34pm PT
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So any updates?
Over 24 hours in 50 degree F water in the ocean is not conductive for survival.
Looks like he's gone. I find this very strange that the ocean captured him.
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Raydog
Trad climber
Boulder Colorado
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Jul 15, 2007 - 12:34am PT
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Raydog
Trad climber
Boulder Colorado
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Jul 15, 2007 - 12:35am PT
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seems justified...
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marky
climber
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Jul 15, 2007 - 12:42am PT
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like a steam locomotive/rolling down the track...
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Salamanizer
Mountain climber
Vacaville Ca,
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 15, 2007 - 12:47am PT
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[WBraun wrote]
Looks like he's gone. I find this very strange that the ocean captured him.
Its always what you didn't see comeing. The ocean is a powerfull force as are the rocks we take for granted every day. We must always keep our concious open for what our eyes cannot see.
I find it poetic that it took the might of the ocean to bring down Michael.
I find it sad that it takes a tragedy to bring together the climbing community.
Here's to the brightest flame...
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lex
Big Wall climber
tuscon, AZ
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Jul 15, 2007 - 12:59am PT
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yes, it is the Michael Reardom from Los Angeles, is believed to be consumed by the sea. His wife and child are in route to Ireland to assist in the search. He was on his final day in his Ireland visit and was heading home today.
Keep the faith..... they will resume searching early this am (sunday)....
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Jaybro
Social climber
The West
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Jul 15, 2007 - 01:58am PT
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Almost too poignant, Marky, and, I'm afraid, all too apt.
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tradgirl
Trad climber
Las Vegas, NV
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Jul 15, 2007 - 04:09am PT
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Hoping beyond hope that this really isn't the case and he's found alive. My best to Marci and Nicki. Can't imaging what they must be going through.
Hand in there Mikey. I hope to see your smile, hear your laughter and many many more of your stories soon my friend.
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tom brogan
Trad climber
san diego, ca
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Jul 15, 2007 - 09:39am PT
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Michael,
Josh and Tahquitz will never feel "right" again. I'll see you on the other side. I wish you peace.
Tom Brogan
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Irisharehere
Trad climber
Gunks
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Jul 15, 2007 - 09:45am PT
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The water down there is ass cold. Even in the middle of summer we went out with full 7mm wetsuits on when we were diving around there. Hpefully he managed to haul himself out of the water and is stuck on a cliff somewhere
Irish
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