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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Topic Author's Original Post - Jun 8, 2011 - 11:57pm PT
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We lost a really terrific young man yesterday. Zachary Parke who posts here sometimes as squatch was killed by a car while on his bike in Santa Cruz. If you did not know him, look back through his posts and you will see a really talented climber with a great passion for getting out there and climbing hard routes. He was one of those young guys who loved climbing the old-school valley lines. He was the real deal as a climber. Whenever I talked to Zach it made me remember that time in my life when all I wanted to do was climb.
He was also one of the nicest people I've ever known. It is hard to really believe he is gone. As is the case with all special folks like Zach, he left some really good friends behind. My deepest condolences to them.
Farewell Zach
This shot showed up on ST when someone found the camera Zach and Sebastian had lost. They posted up a photo looking for the owner.
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Wade Icey
Trad climber
www.alohashirtrescue.com
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RIP
and the rest of us...watch out for bikes please..
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Ed Hartouni
Trad climber
Livermore, CA
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sad news indeed
too young
much too young
his party, a star on El Cap Feb 12, 2011...
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Ghost
climber
A long way from where I started
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R.I.P.
Wish I'd known him.
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Anastasia
climber
hanging from an ice pick and missing my mama.
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Sad news. Too many of the best leave early.
Our condolences,
Anastasia and Bill Sherman
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steelmnkey
climber
Vision man...ya gotta have vision...
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That sux.
We can use as many good folks as we can hang onto!
Condolences to his family and friends.
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CPorter
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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damnit. RIP buddy.
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Stephen McCabe
Trad climber
near Santa Cruz, CA
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One of the nicest people around. Positive, upbeat. A very skilled climber, but not pretentious at all. He was friends with climbers of all skill levels. A great guy. Many, many people will be affected. Words just aren't enough.
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Mungeclimber
Trad climber
sorry, just posting out loud.
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sorry Santa Cruz guys. sounds like the scruz scene lost a good one.
RIP
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Wayno
Big Wall climber
Seattle, WA
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My condolences to all his pals in Santa Cruz. I can remember some of those TRs. He must of been a great guy. Really sorry for your loss.
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Jake M.
Trad climber
Aptos, CA
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This is really sad. I have an awesome custom chalkbag he made, and will think of him whenever I rope up. RIP my friend.
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Mittens
climber
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RIP Zach. I love and miss you. Thanks for all of those awesome experiences in the Valley.
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John Moosie
climber
Beautiful California
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Aw man thats hard. I didn't know him but I definitely enjoyed his trip reports. I send my prayers for his friends and family.
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nita
Social climber
chica de chico, I don't claim to be a daisy.
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Such sad news.. condolences to Zach's Friends and Family.
Fair winds....
Buenos aires...
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Muddud
Social climber
the Cruz of Santa, CA
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i still can't believe this. zach, you were not only loved, but looked up to by so many people. thanks for being an inspiration to us all, and the best damn beer buddy i've ever had.
all my love.
thank you mike, mark, and everybody else for the posts.
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survival
Big Wall climber
A Token of My Extreme
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Wow, how sad. Really really sorry to hear this. My condolences to all Zach's family and friends.
You could feel the good vibes coming off the guy in his posts here.
Climb on Zach.
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cowpoke
climber
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I've really enjoyed all of the wonderful adventures he and his friends shared here. My sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.
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jfailing
Trad climber
Lone Pine
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This is terrible news. Sincere condolences to his family and friends.
I met him on Serenity/Sons and he seemed like a way cool dude. Very sad to see him go. RIP.
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neversummer
Trad climber
30 mins. from suicide USA
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Sorry for the loss...RIP
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numchuk
climber
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I met Zach randomly when I gave him a ride to the valley in 2007. A truly positive person, and great climber.
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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I knew Zach a little over the years, and was lucky to have climbed with him a couple of times. Thanks to everyone who has posted, it means a lot to see how much a friend was appreciated.
steve
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guido
Trad climber
Santa Cruz/New Zealand/South Pacific
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Way sad, too young may he rest in peace.
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Sashita
climber
San Francisco, CA
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We weren't friends, but I really liked you. One of those people you are aware of. Just exuded warmth and enthusiasm for climbing. Pacific Edge was a sad, sad place last night, and will be hurting for some time, Zach. This is going to be a hard one, for so many. Even those who hardly had a conversation with you, like me. It's hard not to feel angry and heartbroken about this. You will be missed.
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murcy
Gym climber
sanfrancisco
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Senseless and horrible. Props to all the friends and family who helped make his short life so full and happy.
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jwh
climber
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on the rostrum
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k-man
Gym climber
SCruz
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Stay close, Amigos.
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Raf
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, CA
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RIP Zach. You are the man. "Squatch" was from his nickname "Zachsquatch"(I might be the only one that called him that, not sure..). We were climbing with our other friend Zach Miller at Donner Summit and he saw the other Zach standing in the bushes off at a distance looking like a strange beast so Zach Parke said "Sasquatch!" and we all heard it as "Zachsquatch". Miller moved away so I started calling Parke that name. He was always the coolest nicest guy on the trip. Always positive, psyched to climb anything at any time. One of a kind. You will be missed Zachsquatch.
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scuffy b
climber
dissected alluvial deposits, late Pleistocene
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Oh No, this is just terrible.
I can only try to be glad for finally having gotten to know him.
Such a sweet guy.
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Jay Wood
Trad climber
Land of God-less fools
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So sad.
My condolences to Zach's family and friends.
Remember, it's a lethal weapon you're driving.
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le_bruce
climber
Oakland, CA
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No one should die alone in the dark at the side of the road. Hit and run. Senseless, just senseless.
I keep coming back to this thread, looking for a new feeling to wash out the anger.
RIP Zach. Condolences to family and friends.
I apologize if I'm darkening this thread, will probably end up deleting. The fury is just where I'm at right now.
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Ah, man. This really sucks.
Rest in peace, bro...God bless!
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Bruce
I talked to a couple of his friends yesterday who felt as you did. Zach was so young and the way he died he was so wrong for a life with so much promise, that anger, bitterness and sadness are very natural reactions.
For his friends, what remains is to come together to grieve for him, and celebrate his life. Damm it hurts right now.
steve
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scuffy b
climber
dissected alluvial deposits, late Pleistocene
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There's a phenomenon in Santa Cruz that's sort of the reverse of a Youth
Climbing league.
Young hot climbers are sweetly encouraging to and supportive of comparative
geezers who are either still on their way up (yes, late starters) or on
their way up again (at a lower level) or trying to deteriorate as slowly
as they can...
Zach was a big part of that. So stoked to see people doing well and having
fun, totally regardless of numbers or resumes.
A Mentor, more or less a third of my age.
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billygoat
climber
Pees on beard to seek mates.
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It's a really hard time right now. It's almost impossible to comprehend what's happened. I bugged Zach all fall and early winter to make me a custom crash pad--his pads were legendary around Santa Cruz. He made me the best pad ever--fit perfectly to the back of my matrix to double as a bed. Turns out that's the last pad he ever made. There's so many ways to remember him, and I've been hearing some incredible stories--Elliot shared some especially emotional and hilarious accounts of Zach's shenanigans last night. I feel honored to have a personal memento to remember him by. Every time I go on a road trip or go bouldering, I'll be thinking of his fine spirit.
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Topic Author's Reply - Jun 9, 2011 - 03:29pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Hey Scuffy, yeah that goes for me too - I'm twice as old as Zach, and it was always about the climbing and not people's age.
Billy Goat: Elliot had me in stitches too yesterday, all of us who ever had enormous penis' etched in the dirt on our cars know what you mean.
steve
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Topic Author's Reply - Jun 9, 2011 - 03:47pm PT
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yup scuffy nails it again.
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enjoimx
Trad climber
Kirkwood, CA
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RIP. Seemed like a good guy. Really sad news.
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Ezra Ellis
Trad climber
WA, & NC & Idaho
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I'm sorry to zach's friends and family for your loss, he looks like a great friend to have had. Wish I knew him!
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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I'm sorry to zach's friends and family for your loss, he looks like a great friend to have had. Wish I knew him!
I'll second that. He seemed like a really fun, cool guy to be around.
I didn't know him either, unfortunately, but it's kinda weird how his passing touched me. I've been thinking about this all day at work. I was unproductive and a bit confused all day. This happened, but it's something that seemed so senseless. It's different than losing a member of the tribe whilst climbing.
This really sucks and hurts me. Rest in peace, Zach. You had style!
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seth kovar
climber
Reno, NV
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Peace man, rest easy.
Sad, sad news.
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Topic Author's Reply - Jun 9, 2011 - 11:03pm PT
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Eric Williams posted up a nice shot of Zach looking typically casual on ML
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Jun 10, 2011 - 12:42am PT
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hey there say, sasha... thanks for posting that link...
ohmy, now i know (from the taco here) who this is (though i did not know him, in person)... :(
say, mike, I DO REMEMBER the found camera and the post and how wonderful that was for them to get the camera, from their picture being posted...
this is so very very sad, to hear this now... :(
very sad, at as to my comment to sasha, on her thread, now:
i can see and say even MORE as to how santa cruz and their folks are unique and special--we HAVE seen here, how zach was very special, indeed, to us here... :( my condolences again, to his family and loved ones...
very awful to hear of this accident having had happened, :(
thanks for posting it, mike... (i had not seen this, except by sasha)..
thanks to you both...
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Mark Rodell
Trad climber
Bangkok
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Jun 10, 2011 - 05:52am PT
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A man I wish I had known. A guy I would have loved to tie-in with. Thought about how much I miss by being so dang far away from climbers. Dang. Zack, you did well.
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healyje
Trad climber
Portland, Oregon
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Jun 10, 2011 - 01:51pm PT
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Sad and unfortunate whenever we lose one of the family, but a real tragedy to lose someone so young and vibrant. Zach certainly seemed like one of the best of us and will no doubt be missed.
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Crimpergirl
Sport climber
Boulder, Colorado!
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Jun 10, 2011 - 01:58pm PT
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Just saw this. So very tragic. I'm sure nothing can ease the pain and hurt his family and friends are experiencing. Condolences.
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scuffy b
climber
dissected alluvial deposits, late Pleistocene
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Jun 10, 2011 - 02:21pm PT
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I was priveleged to hang out with his dearest friends last night.
It's a tremendous group, full of love and support.
As everyone is flipping back and forth between desparate pain and joyous
recall of their adventures with the awesome goofball that was Zach,
they're surrounded by loving friends to hold them up and to remind them of
the joy of life.
That said, it feels like a big chunk of my heart (and obviously it's even
worse for a lot of folks here) has just been brutally ripped out.
BUT
They're acting like real pros.
The bottom line seems to be that
The Kids Are All Right.
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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Jun 10, 2011 - 07:44pm PT
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missed this, too, while i was out of town.
really sad news.
best to the friends and family.
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Doug Robinson
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Jun 10, 2011 - 08:13pm PT
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Have to jump in here, even without much to add.
Barely knew Zach, just a friendly word or glance in the gym. That's the way it's supposed to be: oldsters are in the way unless spoken to. Can't cramp the zest of fired-up kids unless asked. But we get to respect their sending and admire their hijinks from the shadows, closer than they think.
Still, the outer circle here damn well noticed him, and we're grieving too. All over town. Just talked to a woman who crushed on his cute smile.
We get to carry on in his memory; turn it up, burn it, be intense in Zach's honor. There are climbers dead 40 years whose light still enlivens me.
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couchmaster
climber
pdx
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Jun 10, 2011 - 08:21pm PT
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It's is a reminder to us all to hold those we love and care for close to our hearts. To tell them how we feel, and to duplicate and encourage the feelings they give us for others.
Wish I could have known Zack. I'm still sorry to see folks lose one who obviously was such a good one.
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Jun 10, 2011 - 09:24pm PT
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Hurts alot. Been too many bike fatalities of young folks in SC the last few years. Not because of recklessness of the young people. Susan
edit:
Pacific Edge having memorial on Sunday, June 12, 8-9 p.m.
On Sunday June 12th please come to Celebrate Zachary Amadeus Parke at Pacific Edge Climbing Gym starting at 8 pm. Come share food, stories and love. Donations can be made to the Zachary Parke Memorial Fund at Pacific Edge.
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Jun 12, 2011 - 12:12am PT
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bump
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JesN
climber
far away
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Jun 12, 2011 - 12:20pm PT
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JesN
climber
far away
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Jun 12, 2011 - 12:26pm PT
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I had the pleasure of hosting Zach and some of his dear friends at my place in Yosemite. He created all kinds of climbing gear including chalk bags, crash pads, and nut tools with amazing skill. While he will be sorely missed, some of my fondest memories of Yosemite contain Zach. My deepest sympathies go out to Elliot and Mark and everyone else touched by this tragedy. Zach was much too young, but I'm pretty sure it's safe to say he has taught all of us a lot in his short time.
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Joe
Social climber
Santa Cruz
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Jun 12, 2011 - 01:06pm PT
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just so so sad...tonight's memorial at the edge will include a slide show...and lots of tears...
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kristyle
climber
Santa Cruz, CA
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Jun 13, 2011 - 08:04pm PT
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Though he's probably best known for his climbing exploits in Yosemite on this forum, Zack was also an incredibly strong boulderer with a love for high ball problems in Buttermilk Country. I had the fortune of climbing there with Zack and a few friends this past May and watched him do a number of hard problems, including Transporter Room. As impressive as his ascents are, what made him truly great to climb with was how supportive he was of everyone's climbing and how entertaining he was to be around. It was on this trip that I came to understand why he loved the climbing there. I will always remember him sitting on top of those giant boulders just taking it all in.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Jun 13, 2011 - 11:53pm PT
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hey there say, SC... thanks for the bump...
i did not see this memorial note, for the gym... i was babysitting...
perhaps i can send a card to his mom, at this gym...
thanks...
my deep condolences to those that were at the memorial...
thanks for sharing this with us all...
god blesss...
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Jun 13, 2011 - 11:59pm PT
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Nobody doubted his badassatude, but we DO remember him. He is not forgotten.
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 14, 2011 - 01:37pm PT
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bmacd
Social climber
100% Canadian
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Jun 14, 2011 - 01:58pm PT
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Condolences and regrets to all who knew Squatch …. I'm very sorry
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 15, 2011 - 01:48pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 16, 2011 - 01:58pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 17, 2011 - 12:51pm PT
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k-man
Gym climber
SCruz
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Jun 17, 2011 - 01:30pm PT
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I just saw a nice poster for the Zach Bike Ride, would love to post a pic of it here.
Some details:
Zachary Parke Memorial bike ride
Friends and supporters of Zachary Parke are having a memorial bicycle ride to honor Parke’s life and rally cyclists.
WHEN: Gather at 5 p.m. Saturday, depart at 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Town Clock, Pacific Avenue and Water Street in Santa Cruz
WHAT: The slow-paced ride will lead cyclists from downtown Santa Cruz to Empire Grade Road near the West Entrance of UC Santa Cruz where Parke was struck.
[Ed] Sad news just coming in.
Long Live Zach!!
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 17, 2011 - 05:43pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 17, 2011 - 05:46pm PT
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k-man
Gym climber
SCruz
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Jun 18, 2011 - 12:55am PT
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Aww man....
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Mittens
climber
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Jun 18, 2011 - 04:19am PT
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I'll be there. Bump.
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MisterE
Social climber
Cinderella Story, Outa Nowhere
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Jun 18, 2011 - 11:45am PT
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Man, so sad - he was such a positive man. Always enjoyed Zach's TRs.
RIP.
Edit: Thanks Murcy.
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 18, 2011 - 12:41pm PT
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Jun 18, 2011 - 12:56pm PT
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So much heart break, Zach so young, the "alleged" perp is young. My son is close in age to them both and I think of how young life, with all the world of promise, can be wiped out or ruined forever in an instant. And parents left shattered beyond all comprehension.
My thoughts go with all those on the bike ride today. Susan
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Jun 18, 2011 - 01:38pm PT
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hey there say, jahil, thanks for the share of what folks in santa cruz are doing...
god bless for the journey...
:)
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Stephen McCabe
Trad climber
near Santa Cruz, CA
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Jun 18, 2011 - 05:29pm PT
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Bump for bike ride this afternoon. See poster above on this page.
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Topic Author's Reply - Jun 19, 2011 - 02:00am PT
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A whole lot of folks came out today for the Zach Parke Memorial Ride in Santa Cruz. So many, it was hard to get everyone into one shot. A wonderful tribute to Zach.
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 19, 2011 - 02:40am PT
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Thanks for posting the pictures Mike. It was great to see so many people out there. Many climbing friends, and many more from the local bike community. It was a gorgeous evening, a little fog but some sun too.
I still can't bear to look at the pictures and all the messages that people posted on the fence, I just fall apart. I used to be a hard man, what happened to me.
His Mum was there, and it was great hearing her tell stories of him, his sister looks uncannily like him.
steve
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 19, 2011 - 12:17pm PT
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Jun 19, 2011 - 12:51pm PT
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his Mum was there
As the Mum of a 20 year old my heart is literally shredded when I think of her. His friends will likely be a great source of strength for her. So many lives shattered by this tragedy. My favorite saying in grief: "be now forever taken from my sight. Though nothing can bring back the splendor in the grass, glory in the flower, we must grieve not but rather find strength from what remains behind"
I didn't know Zach personally but the day he died I added an extra mile to my (almost) daily run. Recovering from my own serious illness I felt I wanted to honor his beautiful youthfulness and vitality and push myself even harder during my recovery. Thank you Zach ...I didn't think I could do it and I cried as I thought of you and your family but I did it and now it's a permanent part of my run.
Susan
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 20, 2011 - 01:09pm PT
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Jun 20, 2011 - 01:37pm PT
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So sad...That last pic Mike posted says it all.
Rest in peace, Zach.
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 21, 2011 - 01:46pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 21, 2011 - 02:04pm PT
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Good idea Silver, I don't know her, but some of my friends do. I have a bunch more that I need to rescue from a failing hard drive, once thats done I'll pass them on.
Many people from Santa Cruz went to climb in Yosemite this weekend for Zach. It was pretty cool to see the guys who only boulder, going up Royal Arches. Elliot and Kevin went up the Regular NW face on Half dome and met another group who had just come up Snake Dike. I found climbing in the valley offered the best healing for me.
Take care.
steve
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Doug Robinson
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Jun 21, 2011 - 02:12pm PT
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My son Tory is in that ride ... somewhere. I got distracted and missed it.
Tory came over the next morning, Father's Day, to make me breakfast. "Zach said the Royal Arches was one of his favorite climbs. Let's go do it!" We haven't climbed in a few years; he's a busy teenager.
Zach is still bringing people together in love, just like he always did.
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Joe
Social climber
Santa Cruz
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Jun 21, 2011 - 03:34pm PT
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the ride was a very special way to celebrate the life of a sweet young man, it was heartening to see easily over 300 people gather together sharing memories, tears, adult beverages, and the experience of the ride...and surprisingly maybe only a couple of dozen climbers among that group, as Steve pointed out, many were climbing in the valley with Zach in their hearts...he touched so many people...
Doug, I was looking for the 'like' button after reading your post...
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Topic Author's Reply - Jun 21, 2011 - 05:06pm PT
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Hey Doug - you might see your son in one of these:
http://www.ucolick.org/~bolte/ZachParkeRide/
You will for sure see Joe who made the entire uphill ride on a scooter with his broken leg still in a cast...
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FeelioBabar
Trad climber
One drink ahead of my past.
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Jun 21, 2011 - 05:19pm PT
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A sad loss.
Big love to all those close to him.
The tribe loses yet another.
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jfailing
Trad climber
Lone Pine
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Jun 21, 2011 - 06:29pm PT
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The show of support from the Santa Cruz community is heartwarming to say the least. It's obvious that Zach made quite an impression to those who knew him.
Even though I didn't really know him, it still hurts - he was close to a number of my friends. Like some people have said, it's just sad to have lost "one of the tribe."
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 22, 2011 - 12:30pm PT
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kristyle
climber
Santa Cruz, CA
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Jun 22, 2011 - 05:03pm PT
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Celebrate Zachary Parke
A memorial celebration of Zach.
Facebook Event Page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=176007312459252
Time: Saturday, June 25th 2:00pm-5:00pm
Location: University Terrace Park, on Meder St. between Western Dr. and Bay St in Santa Cruz, CA
Celebrate the joy, inspiration and love Zachary Amadeus Parke shared with us.
What to bring:
-It is an outdoor park, so folding/camp chairs, blankets or yoga mats for sitting, and perhaps a sun hat.
-Photos and mementos to share on presentation boards and in our memory books for everyone to see
-If you have ceramics, bags or art made by Zach we would love to share them for all to see, mark them with your name and they can be returned after the celebration
-Video cameras
-love, laughter and lots of crazy stories
There will be vegetarian snacks and pizza (duh!)
Consider carpooling or ride your bike, and please be respectful of the park neighbors
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 23, 2011 - 12:59pm PT
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We would return to the parking lot to find Zach propped up in his sleeping bag, drinking a beer after a day of fun with the Mini Traxion. We were quite the spectacle for the other legitimate users of the parking lot.
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 24, 2011 - 12:59pm PT
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Mittens
climber
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Jun 25, 2011 - 04:06am PT
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Jun 25, 2011 - 11:39am PT
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That last shot is priceless, mittens.
Your friends miss you, Zach. God bless!
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 25, 2011 - 08:03pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 26, 2011 - 01:06pm PT
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Jun 26, 2011 - 02:17pm PT
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Good stuff, jahil!!!
I like the beer-mouthwash. I've pulled that one a few times.
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 27, 2011 - 12:24pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 28, 2011 - 12:58pm PT
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These pictures capture the quintessential day out with Zach for me. The day starts with tea and goofing in Camp 4. We go out to the Cookie, and I back off from Beverly's Tower - Zach leads it gets me up there, and then gets me up Wheat Thin. In between mini traxion fun over everything else, Meat Grinder, Outer Limits. Elliot goofs around aid climbing and working something heinous, Mark dives into Hardd as his warm up. The picture quality is crap, I'm just happy I have at least this now.
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 29, 2011 - 01:58pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
Does this rock make my ass look fat?
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Jun 30, 2011 - 05:00pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
Climoron: Climbing trip = doubled carbon footprint
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jahil
Social climber
London->Paris->WV->CA
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jahil
Social climber
London->Paris->WV->CA
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Good stuff, jahil.
Zach, rock on!
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Peter Haan
Trad climber
San Francisco, CA
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after some P-shopping:
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jahil
Social climber
London->Paris->WV->CA
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Thanks Peter, those are really cool.
Sully: What I do takes 30 seconds out of my day, Peter in cleaning up those pictures spent more time than I have in the last month posting Zach pictures.
People in Santa Cruz are still talking, getting together and climbing, riding or sharing a beer to remember Zach. It just seems to be something that you can't get out of your head.
Have a good weekend everyone, and take a minute to think of your friends.
peace
steve
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Mittens
climber
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That photo of Zach and I in fromt of drug dome was taken on Zach's 25th birthday in the Meadows. It was opening weekend, or close to it, and the first thing we climbed was On the Lamb to OZ to Hobbit Hobbit Book. What a great day. OZ was his favorite climb. We always planned on doing an "OZ Fest" where we got as many parties as possible to climb it in a day...
I'm gonna go visit his memorial today... I'm sure I'll see people there. I miss climbing with the only lunatic that's more psyched than I am.
Thanks Peter.
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Peter Haan
Trad climber
San Francisco, CA
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Absolutely JA and Mittens. His passing is really iconic if also horribly hard to take, even if at my remove.
Mittens I don't find the image you are referring to, the one of you and Z in front of Drug Dome...is it above or? Please advise. If it can be Pshopped, I'll fire it out.
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Mittens
climber
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It's the second one that you posted.
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Peter Haan
Trad climber
San Francisco, CA
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Right, thanks. Oz in the background sort of. Great image. Send me a fullfledged file and I will work on it for you and send it back. These ST image files are so tiny that they imediately develop artifacts, fringing. peterhaan@mac.com
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Adamame
climber
Santa Cruz
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The Zachsquatch IPA is bubbling away two days into it's fermentation stage. Its brewed from Fern Spring water, a healthy dose of Zach's spirit, and the cheesy soundtrack to Masters of the Stoned 1. I'm sure it will be nothing short of amazing.
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guido
Trad climber
Santa Cruz/New Zealand/South Pacific
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Nice work Peter and I am sure well appreciated by his vast group of friends here in Santa Cruz and beyond.
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jahil
Social climber
London->Paris->WV->CA
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jahil
Social climber
London->Paris->WV->CA
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jahil
Social climber
London->Paris->WV->CA
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Jul 10, 2011 - 02:19pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jul 11, 2011 - 08:54pm PT
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k-man
Gym climber
SCruz
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Jul 11, 2011 - 09:15pm PT
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The Zachsquatch IPA
Who's going to design the labels??
Great stuff Adamame.
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jul 13, 2011 - 02:14pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jul 14, 2011 - 08:38pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jul 15, 2011 - 02:24pm PT
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scuffy b
climber
dissected alluvial deposits, late Pleistocene
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Jul 15, 2011 - 02:38pm PT
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Thanks for all these bumps, Steve. It's really nice (sniff)
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jul 18, 2011 - 05:41pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jul 19, 2011 - 03:01pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jul 20, 2011 - 07:14pm PT
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 20, 2011 - 07:48pm PT
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Steve- really enjoying the photos, thanks.
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jul 20, 2011 - 10:01pm PT
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I met Zach's mum last night at the gym, Kristel was kind enough to introduce us. I managed to mumble a couple of inane things before choking up, she told me that she's like that all the time. As a parent I can't even begin to imagine what she's going through.
A lovely lady, there seems to be a real bond between her and many of Zach's friends. I always knew they were good.
steve
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Jul 20, 2011 - 10:14pm PT
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Keep up the love, Steve! ( I'm a Steve too...)
At some point though, you have to let go. I really dig this thread and I know you guys were close.
Keep his memory alive on this forum, but don't burden yourself with guilt that you have to post pics of him all the time. I love it! And I can see you loved your friend. But keep in mind that Zach would probably want you to go back to climbing, enjoying life, and celebrating what he loved.
I mean this respectfully. I know you hurt. But what would Zach want you to do?
You're a good guy for remembering and celebrating your bud. I wish I knew him, seems like my kind of guy.
Keep remembering him, but don't feel like he'd be disappointed when you stopped. From what I hear, he wouldn't. He want you to climb.
I lost a close friend a couple of years too on a bad lead fall. It sucks. But I keep doing what she loved doing and I know she'd dig that.
Rest easy, Steve. But grieve for your lost friend. You obviously cared for him a lot. Live your life like Zach would want you to. That is what you should do.
edit: I know what I posted sounds inpolite, but you have to heal too, bro.
Keep posting the pics. I love them. Just know that Zach's memory doesn't fade when you stop posting them.
You're a good friend.
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Jul 21, 2011 - 12:30am PT
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I struggle every time I think of his Mom. I'm so happy to hear his friends are keeping her close Susan
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R.B.
Trad climber
47N 122W
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Jul 21, 2011 - 12:53am PT
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Even though this is late, my condolences to zach's family and friends. RB
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jul 21, 2011 - 02:10am PT
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Don't worry about me mate, I just got back from Whitney with Mittens and Gwen, in the next month I'm going to Toulumne for a week and then the Hulk. And I'm running out of pictures too - everything must end.
steve
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scuffy b
climber
dissected alluvial deposits, late Pleistocene
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Jul 21, 2011 - 11:54am PT
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I'm still seing phantom Zachs, Steve. Similar hair, similar posture,
plausible context, it takes a few seconds to realize it's really someone
else. I wonder if he had realized how many people he touched, and how
deeply.
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jul 21, 2011 - 01:14pm PT
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I don't know Steve, if you are seeing phantoms then maybe that bump on the head was a little worse than we thought !
But in the circumstances its probably to be expected - part of the grieving process and the way he was taken from us.
Its up to Zach's friends to remember him and let his ghost go to rest.
steve
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Jul 21, 2011 - 01:18pm PT
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Its up to Zach's friends to remember him and let his ghost go to rest.
Yeah, well said.
side-note: now we got 3 Steve's posting on this thread lateley...weird.
Steve-out...
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scuffy b
climber
dissected alluvial deposits, late Pleistocene
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Jul 21, 2011 - 02:44pm PT
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I also had a couple phantom Brutus sightings in the weeks after his death.
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jul 21, 2011 - 02:54pm PT
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Ahh Steve.
steve
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jul 22, 2011 - 12:40pm PT
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scuffy b
climber
dissected alluvial deposits, late Pleistocene
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Jul 22, 2011 - 12:43pm PT
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I Like!!
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kristyle
climber
Santa Cruz, CA
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Jul 22, 2011 - 02:31pm PT
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Bwhahahah! That's a classic series of photos! I can just hear everyone laughing :) Thanks so much for sharing Jahil.
Also, I'm glad you didn't mind being introduced to April. I was worried I was putting you on the spot, but I wanted you to be acknowledged for contributing all these great photos. We all appreciate it very much, and I know she does too.
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jul 25, 2011 - 12:43pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jul 26, 2011 - 06:43pm PT
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Its finally happened: I've run out of pictures!
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scuffy b
climber
dissected alluvial deposits, late Pleistocene
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Jul 26, 2011 - 06:51pm PT
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It's been a great run.
Here's a Zach quote, as said to Genoa:
"You won't learn technique from your brother."
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jul 26, 2011 - 07:03pm PT
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And for the uninitiated, Elliot, the beast in the red t-shirt in the above picture is Genoa's brother.
steve
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 26, 2011 - 07:53pm PT
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that would be "extreme elliot"
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Nice post, Sully!
Apparently some people still remember this accident. Although, I use the accident term loosely...
Didn't need to happen. Was just tragic.
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scuffy b
climber
dissected alluvial deposits, late Pleistocene
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Aug 17, 2011 - 06:11pm PT
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Yahoo, a new supply of pictures.
Dole them out to us slowly, Shaun.
Thank You
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shaun.gruber
Social climber
Santa Cruz, AL
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Aug 17, 2011 - 06:12pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Aug 21, 2011 - 11:58pm PT
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shaun.gruber
Social climber
Santa Cruz, AL
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Aug 31, 2011 - 08:46pm PT
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kristyle
climber
Santa Cruz, CA
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Sep 29, 2011 - 07:38pm PT
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Hey All, I just wanted to let people know about The ZAP Project.
http://thezapproject.blogspot.com/2011/08/small-hope.html
Myjah created it to foster community and keep Zach's spirit alive within us as we pursue our climbing adventures. I thought the Supertopo community might enjoy it and want to get in on the action.
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dirt claud
Social climber
san diego,ca
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Sep 29, 2011 - 10:29pm PT
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Awesome too see how you guys are keeping his spirit alive and well. Very cool memorial.
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 29, 2011 - 10:55pm PT
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dropped off some fresh flowers at Zach's ghost bike last weekend. The new board is up, some rosemary (the remembrance herb) plants have been planted and are thriving.
It is tough going to read through all the comments friends and sometimes strangers have left.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there say, mike... oh my.... :(
thanks for sharing... my continued prayers for his mom...
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Oct 13, 2011 - 07:31pm PT
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scuffy b
climber
dissected alluvial deposits, late Pleistocene
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Oct 13, 2011 - 07:56pm PT
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Most Excellent
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Oct 21, 2011 - 05:41pm PT
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Bump for Myjah, Adam, Connor, Doug R and Zach.
Myjah: The Zap project is such a thoughtful and appropriate way to remember, thankyou for doing this.
Its great to see Adam, and Connor getting out with Doug on the Smoke Blanchard course. Zach would have loved it - and would of climbed forwards, backwards, by headlight and with a beer in hand.
steve
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scuffy b
climber
dissected alluvial deposits, late Pleistocene
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Oct 21, 2011 - 05:46pm PT
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Yes, Steve,
while doing the Rock Course last week, I couldn't help but think how fun it
would have been for Zach, and with Zach.
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Muddud
Social climber
the Cruz of Santa, CA
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Oct 21, 2011 - 10:47pm PT
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He was totally right there with you guys, Adam - he would have freaking adored all of that. Thank you so much for the entry. Every single one of them has made me cry with gratitude, even the silly one of Justin and his busted ankles.
I can't wait to get on that rock course with Doug, hopefully someday soon - I've been so excited about it ever since he mentioned it this past summer. It looks beautiful!
I'm on a temporary hiatus from crocheting ZAPs (elbow ouchies), but I'd still love to know if anybody on SuperTopo is willing to take one on an adventure when I can start crocheting again.
Much love <3
"Rad!" -ZAP
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Muddud
Social climber
the Cruz of Santa, CA
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Oct 21, 2011 - 10:50pm PT
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Also, Shaun - omigosh, that day was so much fun! I still have the video you took of me losing my knife on the alcove swing!
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Adamame
climber
Santa Cruz
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Dec 15, 2011 - 12:24pm PT
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For those of you who knew, met, or were touched by Zach. Wombat Grips, which the late Zachary shaped some of the most amazing climbing grip ever for, is offering a 2nd round of hoodies sporting the Parke Designs Logo that benefit NOLS scholarships.
This is from the Wombat Grips website:
"In honor of the late great Zack Parke, Wombat Grips is offering another round of Parke Hoodies. While Zack is off on his next big adventure keep his spirit close to your heart. We are donating ten percent of the proceeds to the Zachary Parke Memorial Fund in the hopes of establishing a NOLS scholarship in his name."
https://www.wombatgrips.com/site/?wpsc-product=wombat-parke-hoodie
It's cool to sport the (P) logo these days, even if you didn't know Zack. All the holds that Zack sculpted are amazing and worth having on your wall too.
Here are some pics of the hoodies in action.
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Topic Author's Reply - Dec 15, 2011 - 12:31pm PT
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Adam - I did not realize that ZAP shaped some of those WOMBAT holds! I have always given full blame for those subtle curves and wrong-way angles that turn what look like bomber holds into hideous nightmares on Scott.
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Dec 15, 2011 - 01:48pm PT
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Mike - theres been a cast of thousands involved in shaping those holds - get mad with em and you're mad with half the population of Santa Cruz.
Scott remains the main offender though.
steve
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scuffy b
climber
dissected alluvial deposits, late Pleistocene
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Dec 15, 2011 - 02:57pm PT
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I am SO STOKED to have the opportunity of getting one of those hoodies!!!
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Dec 15, 2011 - 04:45pm PT
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Just a heads up that the second day of preliminary hearings was today. There were a bunch of people there on Tuesday, and I know more were going today. Zach's mum April was in and and out of the court room - this must be so hard for her as they started to get into the details of what happened.
steve
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kristyle
climber
Santa Cruz, CA
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Dec 15, 2011 - 06:43pm PT
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Bump for the Parke/Wombat hoodies! I love mine and wear it all the time, climbing, to the gym, to work, around town. You really want one of these things, and not just because it is going towards a good cause.
I couldn't be in court today, but I heard it was a pretty tough day. Let's all send some love to April, and remember to hug the people you love extra tight today.
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Dec 15, 2011 - 06:52pm PT
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Hi Silver - I'm not sure who scheduled the hearing for this time, I think that the expectation was that it would be more of a formality, but it turned out not to be. I'm sure this is going to be hard for April whatever time its scheduled.
I know that she has been reading this thread at times, so keep her in mind and keep posting your kind good wishes - thanks for that.
steve
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Topic Author's Reply - Dec 24, 2011 - 07:41pm PT
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Best wishes to Zach wherever his new adventures are taking him. And send some good thoughts to his family. There are going to be some rocky spots this holiday season.
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Dec 24, 2011 - 07:53pm PT
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As the mom of a young son it breaks my heart.
Susan
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Dec 27, 2011 - 12:57am PT
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Boxing Day bump for Zach
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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ß Î Ø T Ç H
Boulder climber
bouldering
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Nice pack-coil ^
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Zack's ma
Social climber
Santa Cruz
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Steve (and everyone else) thanks from the bottom of my heart for all the wonderful pics of Zack (squatch). They mean so much to me. It is always hard at first but once the tears dry, I have a huge smile on my face and my heart. Zack is there with every one of your climbs, you know he wouldn't miss it. I celebrate with all of you every one of your achievements. Love to all. OOOOOOOO
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Jan 30, 2012 - 08:55pm PT
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Zach's Mom...as a mom of a young man close to your son's age, my heart breaks for you. Zach was an absolutely beautiful young man, and has inspired so many. My thoughts are with you,
Susan
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kristyle
climber
Santa Cruz, CA
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Jan 31, 2012 - 03:04am PT
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Still miss you friend, and you still keep us laughing.
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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yep, i think of him often...still a searing loss
susan
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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valygrl
climber
Boulder, CO
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Outrageous.
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nita
Social climber
chica de chico, I don't claim to be a daisy.
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Zach's Ma, After reading the Santa Cruz Sentinel, it is evident why Zach was such a Beautiful person.
Wishing you Peace and comfort...
sending you sincere Love- tonight...
Saludos..
nita
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k-man
Gym climber
SCruz
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There is no right in this story.
Burdick said he did not see benefit from "sending Mr. Dess off to be warehoused in prison."
True that, all his time won't bring back the time that was too brief.
We miss Zach.
Next time.
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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May 18, 2012 - 06:40pm PT
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Stole this from his Facebook page
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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May 31, 2012 - 05:14pm PT
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Muddud
Social climber
the Cruz of Santa, CA
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love that classic faber/zack silly face, and that psyched to solo picture makes me laugh every time.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there say, silver...
nice thoughts and nice bump...
families still need prayers, or support, too...
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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A year flies by so quickly. Zach has lived on so richly through his friends. Thinking about his Mom. Heartbreak.
Susan
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jun 10, 2012 - 01:35am PT
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One year on, and many of Zach's friends came out to remember him.
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Topic Author's Reply - Jun 10, 2012 - 01:42am PT
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Today is a year plus one day since Zach's death. There was a ride up to his ghost bike and avocado, pizza and beer (all his favorites). Lots of friends there remembering.
Some new photos showed up on the Facebook page. I don't think Mittens or Ryan will mind if I post them up here.
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schwortz
Social climber
"close to everything = not at anything", ca
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Jun 10, 2012 - 02:18am PT
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RIP
condolences to friends and family
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Jun 10, 2012 - 11:44am PT
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It is so hard for me to come to grips with such a tragic end to a beautiful
Life...especially with my own son so close in age. And the young teenage picture...just ripped my heart out....how I remember that look...
Such a wonderful circle of friends...a profound comfort to his Mom I'm sure...
Susan
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Adamame
climber
Santa Cruz
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Jun 10, 2012 - 12:39pm PT
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Jahil and Mike, TFPU as I wish I could have been there. Looks like a lot of good folks showed up to spread the love.
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jun 14, 2012 - 03:14pm PT
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labrat
Trad climber
Nevada City, CA
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Jun 14, 2012 - 05:00pm PT
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Looks like the last climbing picture might be Big Chief in Tahoe?
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Topic Author's Reply - Jun 14, 2012 - 05:27pm PT
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Yup - the only description I have is "some 5.13 at Big Chief".
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Happy Birthday Zach !
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scuffy b
climber
heading slowly NNW
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What a sweet guy.
Happy Birthday.
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nita
Social climber
chica de chico, I don't claim to be a daisy.
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It's quite beautiful to see you guys honor Zach's life....
i hope one of you Santa Cruz folks takes some flowers to Zack's Ma...or at least gives her a hug...
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Aug 14, 2012 - 02:08pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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splitter
Trad climber
Hodad, surfing the galactic plane
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I didn't know Zach, but I am happy to see that he had so many good friends who continue to remember and honor him. That tells me a lot about him!
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Sep 27, 2012 - 12:23pm PT
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Oct 12, 2012 - 12:25pm PT
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^^^^^^so true. As the Mom of a son close in age I often think of her and the deep emptiness she must feel. Whenever I see a bike messenger cruising around Santa Cruz I always think of Zach. What a hole in all our hearts.
Susan
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Oct 12, 2012 - 04:18pm PT
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Feb 21, 2013 - 12:19pm PT
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Just thinking of Zach today, his Mom and family. It's been a lovely few days around Santa Cruz and I think of how this young man should be bikin' around and planning his next climbing adventures with his buds. It hurts ... really hurts.
Susan
edit: I love the ZAP project...great pics ... keep up those wonderful adventures
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scuffy b
climber
heading slowly NNW
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Feb 21, 2013 - 08:17pm PT
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Thanks, Susan.
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guido
Trad climber
Santa Cruz/New Zealand/South Pacific
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Feb 21, 2013 - 09:58pm PT
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Nice reflection Susan.
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Mar 25, 2013 - 06:56pm PT
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^^^^^ Beautiful
Zach is always missed around these parts...
Susan
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Apr 11, 2013 - 12:53pm PT
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S.Leeper
Social climber
somewhere that doesnt have anything over 90'
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I just found this post after reading the ho chi minh trail TR.
Zach sounds like a great climbing partner/human being.
RIP.
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S.Leeper
Social climber
somewhere that doesnt have anything over 90'
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Did they catch the perpetrator?
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S.Leeper
Social climber
somewhere that doesnt have anything over 90'
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Thanks DC, at least there is good news there.
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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May 27, 2013 - 12:17pm PT
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Bump for Memorial Day
Susan
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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Jun 10, 2013 - 07:45pm PT
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Its been two years - his mum had us all round. Good to see everyone
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Topic Author's Reply - Jun 10, 2013 - 09:44pm PT
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It was a nice get together. Zach's spirit is strong with this great circle of friends.
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SCseagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Jan 22, 2014 - 09:25pm PT
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I've been biking a lot this past month with all the beautiful weather. A few of my routes take me up by UCSC where Zach lost his young and beautiful life.
It breaks my heart that this beautiful young man is not getting to bask in the beauty of Santa Cruz and Yosemite.
Warm thoughts for his family and friends...
Susan
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jahil
Social climber
London, Paris, WV & CA
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HighTraverse
Trad climber
Bay Area
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Was speaking of Zach just last week with a UCSC climbing buddy who knew him. I had only met him in passing at PacEdge.
Fair Winds zach.
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SC seagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, or In What Time Zone Am I?
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Feb 25, 2015 - 02:25pm PT
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Sorry Santa Cruz people.
As soon as I saw the thread I did shudder. So very, very sad.
Thank you for bumping...I bike a lot and so often think of Zach. And of course when I'm on Empire Grade I usually tear up.
Susan
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GDavis
Social climber
SOL CAL
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very cool.
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Bargainhunter
climber
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Aug 19, 2018 - 05:56am PT
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Bump for an amazing thread.
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SC seagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, Moab, A sailboat, or some time zone
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Aug 19, 2018 - 07:50am PT
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Oh boy. Thanks for the bump.
How do so many years go by so quickly?
A missing beautiful soul that leavs us more diminished forever.
Susan
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nita
Social climber
chica de chico, I don't claim to be a daisy.
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May 29, 2019 - 06:13pm PT
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I've been thinking of Zach this week...
A really lovely female cyclist from Chico was killed by a distracted driver last week, not sure if the driver was on their cell phone.
Rita Hosking singing. Six seconds
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=rita+hosking+six+seconds&sp=mAEB
Rita wrote this song about our so-loved cycling brother Jim Rogers who was killed by a distracted diver on her cell phone - while riding his bike.
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