Video: Aid Master Ammon McNeely Seriously Injured (NSFW)
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Master Ammon slammed into a wall during a BASE exit in Moab and seriously messed his foot up. Last I heard he was released from the ICU and the doctors think he will be able to keep his leg. I wish him the best of luck in his recovery. |
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whoa. That was pretty f*cked up. It's crazy what surgeons can do these days. I really hope they did save his leg.. |
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Ammon has a huge heart, he's one of the nicest and most supportive people I've met in the Yosemite scene. Best wishes on a speedy and complete recovery. |
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That is pretty knarly and a tough break. Extreme play has extreme consequences. Glad it wasn't me. It wouldn't be me cause I don't live on that side of life. It's a hard life dirt bagging, hard drinkin (DUI), law breaking,.... |
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K Weber wrote:That is pretty knarly and a tough break. Extreme play has extreme consequences. Glad it wasn't me. It wouldn't be me cause I don't live on that side of life. It's a hard life dirt bagging, hard drinkin (DUI), law breaking,.... So are the tax payers picking up the tab for this (medical & rescue)? I haven't seen a donation thread yet.Maybe he has insurance. Even pirates need insurance. |
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Ouch!! |
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Ouchie... |
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K Weber wrote:So are the tax payers picking up the tab for this (medical & rescue)? I haven't seen a donation thread yet.Patching up Ammon is one of the best things I could think of putting my tax dollars toward. Speedy recovery, buddy!!!! |
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does anyone have any update on the surgery....i hope he heals up well but my medical curiosity is peaked. |
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Alicia Sokolowski awesome attitude! |
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Alicia Sokolowski wrote: Patching up Ammon is one of the best things I could think of putting my tax dollars toward. Speedy recovery, buddy!!!!yeah for real Alicia! There is also a fundraiser in operation right now led by Moab BASE jumpers to raise funds for local SAR/EMS. |
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"Welllll that didn't go good...uh...I don't know if it's the rig that just got redone...as you can see.....I probably lost my leg...sorry mom I probably lost my leg on that one...choppers coming, I lost my leg guys fuck fuck it hurts, but I didn't die" |
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5.samadhi wrote: There is also a fundraiser in operation right now led by Moab BASE jumpers to raise funds for local SAR/EMS.I am happy to put my money where my mouth is. If anyone has a donation link, please post. Watching Ammon do this thing has inspired me as a climber since the first time I tied in. |
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K Weber wrote: Extreme play has extreme consequences. Glad it wasn't me. It wouldn't be me cause I don't live on that side of life. It's a hard life dirt bagging, hard drinkin (DUI), law breaking,.... So are the tax payers picking up the tab for this (medical & rescue)? I haven't seen a donation thread yet.Do you understand that you can break your ankle as Ammon did climbing? Or do you not live on "that side of life"? |
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This link has some more pictures and has updates from Ammon himself: supertopo.com/climbers-foru… |
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I only saw the static image. Kind of hesitant to watch the video. Good vibes to you, Ammon! I'm really hoping surgery goes well and the infection risk is handled. |
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whoa... thats quite a break. Hope he recovers fully!! |
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I just watched this, it's graphic but I don't think it warrants the NSFW tag. I guess it depends where you work. |
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WOW! Best of luck for a speedy recovery. |
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Ouch! His ski season is totally shot. |
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"So, the question is; Do we stand up and take the risks and have a blast enjoying our passions? Or, do we hide in the shadows, being afraid of what might happen if we are so bold to follow our dreams?"
Amon is an inspiration to us all to aspire to our greatest potential, and to realize we cannot do so without assuming a certain level of risk. How big are your dreams? Safety of a cubicle and a salary? Thrill of flying your body? Bringing a child into the world? Summiting 8K meter peaks? They all carry a certain level of risk in one form or another. Follow your dreams, go out and get it! |