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Forest

Trad climber

Lafayette, CO

Dec 11, 2012 - 12:48pm PT

Thanks! I have redonated and posting to my FB now. Krista, thanks again, I know this hasn't been the most pleasant experience for you.

survival

Big Wall climber

Terrapin Station

Dec 11, 2012 - 01:38pm PT

The chipin is legit, I saw it from the periscope in my submarine ......

Another one for the quotes of supertopo thread!

You're on fire today people!!!

Krista Goodsitt

Sport climber

Dec 11, 2012 - 01:52pm PT

Thanks Forest, and thank you for your donation. I defiantly could have done things a little differently and wish I would have. It was the best I could do at the time. I understand that people have been scammed before so it makes sense that you make sure your money is going where you intend it to go. My intention was to give John a little cushion for when he is released from the hospital so he can concentrate on his rehab and not be so overwhelmed with the bills and such that have racked up. So thanks everyone for your contributions and thanks to everyone for keeping it on the up and up so that we make sure these funds in the future are well intended. I will keep the chipin up until John decides to end it. I look forward to a huge party in the future that John can participate in and enjoy with the community that has shown lots of love in their own way, you guys are awesome!

Hardman Knott

Gym climber

Muir Woods National Monument, Mill Valley, Ca

Dec 11, 2012 - 02:09pm PT

I defiantly could have done things a little differently

You definitely were a bit defiant. ;-)

Cheers for taking the initiative to help, and for weathering the Supertopo Storm™ (which was actually pretty tame, IMKSHO).

I'm glad you understand the initial skepticism - the Bachar fiasco was (and still is) completely unconscionable,
and there were even a bunch of people who repeatedly chimed in vouching for Tim Greene.

Now let's all have a big group hug.

steve west

Trad climber

Newport Beach

Dec 11, 2012 - 02:18pm PT

Dean if it helps make it a Sm reunion. with largo and you and gramicci we can coax Rob Muir out of his cave and a few others. Randy V ??

I have put this on my budjet for Rab, Lowe Alpine,and Stonemaster Clothing.. ok all you other ":industry" folks pony up !!

Chris Wilson

Trad climber

Los Angeles, CA

Dec 11, 2012 - 02:22pm PT

So I posted a link to the chipin for John on Rockreations Facebook page after they posted John's thank you to them. The link has now been removed. Whats up with that? Why wouldn't they want to help out?

SCseagoat

Trad climber

Santa Cruz

Dec 11, 2012 - 02:32pm PT

They do it for John, they'd have to do it for every climber that got an oweeee and cried "help". They could also perceive some liability issues that reinforces the fact John got hurt badly there.
Just my thoughts,

Susan

survival

Big Wall climber

Terrapin Station

Dec 11, 2012 - 02:33pm PT

Phuk gyms. I mean that in the nicest way.

10b4me

Boulder climber

Somewhere on 395

Dec 11, 2012 - 02:41pm PT

done

Chris Wilson

Trad climber

Los Angeles, CA

Dec 11, 2012 - 03:54pm PT

I understand the liability aspect but, if it isn't a fund that they started then really whats the big deal?

couchmaster

climber

pdx

Dec 11, 2012 - 04:27pm PT

http://johnlongdonations.chipin.com/john-long

At $3700 now.

newmexico

Social climber

Inside my head

Dec 11, 2012 - 04:37pm PT

Friends,

I am Jeff Leads athlete manager for prAna. Please count us in, to donate products from prana, however the group see fit. In addition the Winter Trade Show is next month and I'll be attending as usual. If there is any interest in doing something there for John, I would be more than happy to co-ordinate or be a point of contact for any help there. Hell, I would even go around and ask for donations or products, or...

just trying to help a friend in need.

TYeary

Social climber

State of decay

Dec 11, 2012 - 04:37pm PT

Dean, can I get a recap on what is needed to get this fund rasier up and going? I'm a bit lost in the BS. I am available to help with whatever is needed, anytime.
Thanks, TY

LG2

Sport climber

Boulder, CO

Dec 11, 2012 - 04:56pm PT

Hello all, I represent Adidas Outdoor in the Rockies and we want to donate some product to raffle off for the JL fundraiser. Who is my contact and please get a hold of me.

Loren Gwartney-Gibbs
541-953-2831

HME

climber

Los Angeles

Dec 11, 2012 - 05:59pm PT

Hey Chris...
The link was deleted from Rockreation's Facebook page per John's request. He specifically stated to management at Rockreation that he would let us know when he wanted our help and participation in a fundraising effort for him. Out of respect for his wishes we said that we would not begin any fundraising plans until further notice by him nor endorse any others without his consent. I will speak with him directly about your particular fundraising effort and ask if he wishes to have it posted on our Facebook page.
Thank you.
HME

Chris Wilson

Trad climber

Los Angeles, CA

Dec 11, 2012 - 06:11pm PT

HME,
Cool beans. Just trying to let everyone know about the fund and figured that those that visit your page, meaning Rockreation, would like to know about it. I'm sure John would give you the ok next time you talk to him.

Cheers.

Tarbuster

climber

right here, right now

Dec 11, 2012 - 08:38pm PT

TYeary,

There is no event framework or punch list at the moment.
I recommend getting in touch with Ron Gomez and start roughing one out.
He knows what to do in general and you can start figuring out where you might want to fit in.

For starters you have Jeff Leeds and Adidas just a few posts up to respond to. I'd recommend getting together with Maria and Ron Gomez for a conference call and see if she can just start right in with those industry folks. She'll want to talk with Ricky to get a sense of how he thinks the benefit ought to go and what kind of industry help is most desired.

Just a suggestion!