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Grammy
Trad climber
North Conway, New Hampshire
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I am so sad for your loss Tyrus. Your Dad was and will always be a giant among giants with a heart as big as the Valley itself. No words could possibly describe the shock and saddness of hearing this news. We have lost a great friend, a great climber and a great soul.
I send you strength and light in this difficult time. We are all with you.
Grammy
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drunkenmaster
Social climber
santa rosa
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TB - your dad is one of my life long climbing idols. i only met him a couple times but i was honored each time. i am also so very honored to have many photos of him in my Tuolumne Bouldering guide that comes out in a couple weeks - i want you to have a few free copies - i will send them to your dads address. John also wrote a small piece for the introduction of the book along with a small piece by Ron Kauk. it means so much to me to have honored him and the legends of rock climbing - the original Stonemasters. i feel very lucky to have gotten to work with him and to have learned from watching such a master. just as we are all lucky to have had such an inspirational man like your dad in our lives. you are not alone - he will always be with you and all of us in our thoughts, in our hearts and in the wind that blows over the Sierras rocky peaks and in the warmth of the sun on our cheeks. you are part of the climber family - dont be afraid to ask for anything from me or any of us anytime. peace and love to you bro. hang in there.
Chris Summit - summitorplummet@hotmail.com
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Edge
Trad climber
New Durham, NH
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Tyrus, there is nothing for me to say here that previous posters have not already commented on.
I only knew your dad peripherally in the early eightys, when I was hanging around Yosemite. We did exchange several conversations, and he was the "real deal," always interested in what routes I was working on and always with a big smile that made him just fun to be around. I cannot imagine your grief, but if a lifetime can be measured by the people who one affects in a positive way, then your dad was a sultan among men.
You have my deepest sympathies.
Loran Smith
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duraj
Social climber
Sedona, AZ
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TB,
A single moment of life is more precious than all the treasures in the universe.
John Bachar and family are supported by the universe itself. Death is only temporary and he will be back soon. But until we meet him again we'll live the best lives' that mentors like Bachar expect us to. This is in honor of one of the greatest humans that ever lived. My heart and prayers go out to you, family and friends of the global community who survive this tragic loss.
JD
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noshoesnoshirt
climber
I don't even know any more
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I'm so sorry.
He was an inspiration to me and countless others.
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malabarista
Trad climber
San Francisco, Ca
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I can't even begin to process this. He was one of my heros. I always appreciated his presence here and his wise words. Godspeed JB. The world is now diminished... a great light has gone out.
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the Fet
Supercaliyosemistic climber
Tu-Tok-A-Nu-La
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An inspiration. An honest man. A legend.
I am so sorry for your loss.
With time your grief will subside. Until then you have our best wishes and support.
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Jan
Mountain climber
Okinawa, Japan
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I'm one more person from the climbing community sharing your sorrow. I know from personal experience that it takes a long time after an accident like this to pick up the pieces, but slowly things will get better.
If you need anything great or small, just let us know in this forum.
Jan Sacherer
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Conrad
climber
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Greetings Tyrus,
My heart goes out to you in this time of grief. Your father was a wonderful man who inspired many and redefined climbing. His greatest contribution to our existence is you. You're a fine person.
John's peer in mountain climbing, Alex Lowe, died 10 years ago. His three sons have the motivation and drive their father was born with. They miss their father dearly and honor him by being fine young men.
The energy your father created is you.
Till we meet,
With empathy,
Conrad Anker
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L
climber
A deep dive in the shallows of life..
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Tyrus,
You had the coolest dad anyone could've asked for...I'm so sorry this happened...we're all grieving the loss of him.
Your dad had a lot of wonderful friends, many of whom you know personally. Just remember they will be there for you if you ever need to talk about him, or feel like hearing the stories.
Namaste Tyrus.
Laura
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Ricky D
Trad climber
Sierra Westside
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The strength and goodness that was within your Father runs through your veins as well.
Honor your father and yourself by being strong in your way.
You are no longer in the shadow - you now stand in the sun.
Do good things and live well.
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Conner
Social climber
on the road
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Tyrus.... I am so very sad and sorry to hear of John's passing. I knew your Dad, not well, but well enough. He made a huge contribution to the climbing community. He set the bar high and was inspirational to all. He lived close to his heart, and that is where you were and will remain always.
Love knows no bounds,
not time or space,
or even place.
Listen for your Dad,
see his face.
He lives in your heart,
You are never far apart.
Hear his words,
feel his love,
know he is with you,
watching from above.
Your Dad had a gift,
he shared with the world.
Now let the world
Give you a lift.
Reach out to friends,
Known and unknown.
Live your best life,
Make it your own.
Your Dad will be proud,
whatever you do.
Just follow your heart,
That’s the best place to start.
With Heartfelt Condolences,
Connie Self
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originalpmac
Trad climber
Ouray, CO
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Tyrus,
I have never met you or your Dad, but have spent plenty of time watching old MoS videos with your dad soloing in purple tights and a tank top on at Red Rocks, just loving the carefree rock star attitude. People like Bachar, that radiate energy and love for the passions are a gift from the universe. I am sorry to hear that you lost your dad. I lost my mom to cancer when I was sixteen. She died at home, with no pain meds, approaching death fully conscious, up to the end. Her death inspired me to move west a year later and to get into climbing. One must live life to its fullest extent and go into the last adventure, fully alive. Your Dad went in a way that is about as noble as it gets, and even in his death, is still inspiring people.
Best to you out there man, losing a parent is hard, way hard, but the only thing that one can do is live for them, fully.
Best to you, all of you.
Pierce Adams
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Dirka
Trad climber
SF
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Sorry for your loss. Your dad was a legend in his own time.
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looking sketchy there...
Social climber
Latitute 33
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Tyrus, Your father's love is always there. It is eternal.
Though we've never met, the few times your dad and I spoke in recent years -- and as John Long mentioned -- the conversation inevitably turned to being parents and our unconditional love for our children.
He will be missed.
Randy Vogel
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Anastasia
climber
Not here
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Tyrus,
I will always miss your Dad. You know that I am here if you ever need a #3 just call.
Love,
Anastasia
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JesseM
Social climber
Yosemite
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Hey Tyrus,
You probably don't remember me, but a few years ago we went bouldering a couple times with your Dad (and Rachel Turiel) up in Tuolumne Meadows at the Knobs. Your dad was just getting back into climbing...this made it fun for me because we could actually work the same problems! I remember that he wasn't that concerned about the climbing there or climbing in general, he was just psyched to be up in a place he loved with the person he loved most in the world, YOU!!
We talked about his legendary route across the way at Medlicott, The Bachar-Yerian -- a route an ordinary climber like me only dreams about -- he gazed over at Medlicott a couple times, and then turned his attention back to you, the focus of his life.
When I was your age I was inspired by stories and photos of your Dad, John Bachar, to come out to Yosemite and live the dream. I finally moved out here when I was 23, and still cherish the history and path that your dad and other pioneers of our sport created here in Yosemite. I will always remember JB!
Peace,
Jesse McGahey
Yosemite Climbing Ranger
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Sean Jones
climber
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Tyrus,
I only met you as a baby. New your Dad quite well and have known your Mom for way longer. She knows how to reach me. You ever need anything at all....never hesitate to call me. So sorry man. I'm out east now but am headed west in a week. Surely will be meeting you soon. Looking forward to it. Hang tough and remember what I said. If you ever need anything.......
Sean Jones.
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Bobo
Trad climber
San Francisco
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He will always be in the hearts of those of us he inspired, and looking after you too TB.
For those of us who came up in climbing when he did he sort of staked out the far reaches and made us see what was possible. His standards and ethics and articulation of their basis was far more influential then the sport has realized (yet).
RIP and good traveling to you John.
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10b4me
Boulder climber
Neil Young land
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Tyrus,
never met your dad, but he was definitely an inspiration to me.
hang tough, and be strong. you will get though this.
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