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dirt claud
Social climber
san diego,ca
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Jul 14, 2014 - 09:36am PT
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Very sorry to hear about another climbers death this week. Condolences to family and friends.
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Roots
Mountain climber
Tustin, CA
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Jul 14, 2014 - 10:28am PT
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RIP! Does anyone have a picture that shows his face? Climbing pics are great but...it would be nice to see Brian.
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rgold
Trad climber
Poughkeepsie, NY
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Jul 14, 2014 - 11:12am PT
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There are some pictures on the MP thread at the link I posted earlier. Here's one of them:
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thebravecowboy
climber
in the face of the fury of the funk
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Jul 14, 2014 - 11:13am PT
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Thanks for Generic Crack, Brian. Respect and condolences.
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Chiloe
Trad climber
Lee, NH
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Jul 14, 2014 - 11:31am PT
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Thanks for Generic Crack, Brian. Respect and condolences.
The Bridge of Khazad-dum, first led free by Brian, earns much Eastern respect. But more than that he's remembered as just a great guy.
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drljefe
climber
El Presidio San Augustin del Tucson
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Jul 14, 2014 - 11:32am PT
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Cool to read some his own words.
"Just for the record, Jimmy Dunn and I did the first ascent in '76. We never named it, it seemed odd to name a crack climb when you were surrounded by thousands more. I lead the first pitch and Jimmy lead through to the top on what sounds like the pitch "no one ever does". I remember it being a strenuous OW that Jimmy flew through in his usual style. It's funny reading the gear list for these climbs. I think I placed 3 hexes on the first pitch and Jimmy may have placed a couple on his lead. I remember discussing with him that if he fell and his pieces pulled that we would both be heading for the desert floor. Lousy name, but it's fun to see it get some recognition."
Condolences.
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phylp
Trad climber
Millbrae, CA
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Jul 14, 2014 - 11:36am PT
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How tragically sad for his friends and family. And shocking in that he was so experienced.
I'm really sorry.
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originalpmac
Mountain climber
Anywhere I like
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Jul 14, 2014 - 11:45am PT
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Generic Crack was probably one of the first routes I did in the Creek. I always liked the spot because my late mothers name was Donalea. Different spelling but it always made me think of her.
Cheers to the souls that put it up.
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klk
Trad climber
cali
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Jul 14, 2014 - 11:53am PT
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sad thread.
not sure if i met brian during my brief time at cathedral--
condolences to friends and family
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Grammy
Trad climber
North Conway, New Hampshire
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Jul 14, 2014 - 11:55am PT
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You will so be missed here in the East. Godspeed, rest in light.
CG
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BrassNuts
Trad climber
Save your a_s, reach for the brass...
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Jul 14, 2014 - 01:25pm PT
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Very sad news. I had the pleasure of climbing and buildering with Brian in the very early 80's in MA. Great climber, great guy. RIP Brian...
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steveA
Trad climber
Wolfeboro, NH
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 14, 2014 - 02:05pm PT
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Jimmy Dunn wanted me to pass on his sincere condolences to Brian's family.
I called Jimmy, who is in a remote part of Arizona, working on his mining project. Jimmy has spotty cell phone service and no internet. Jimmy is deeply shocked by Brian's passing.
A few photo's of Brian taken in 2010, on a trip to Moab. It was my 1st desert tower experience.
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teamwhipper
climber
Bay Area, CA
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Jul 14, 2014 - 03:27pm PT
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I am so sorry to hear of Brian's death, and wanted to share my condolences with his family and friends. During the mid-1980's, Brian and I both regularly climbed at what was then a quite sleepy backwater of New England climbing, Farley Ledge. Both of us enjoyed doing new routes on that excellent rock, and we got acquainted as we would frequently see each other at the crag. He was truly a pillar of the central Massachusetts climbing community at the time. We did climb together some, although he tended to climb with the slightly older crew of Scott Kimball, Mike Heintz, Kim Smith, and sometimes Eric Sutton. I tended to climb with an even older set that included Doug Cairns, Al Rubin, and Steve Angelini. I remember always needing to psych up to try to repeat his routes, which I usually found to be difficult, bold, and inspired. I certainly admired his style, and his technique. He was kind and gracious with his information, and was very encouraging to weaker climbers like me, even though at times we were interested in some of the same unclimbed lines. I moved west in the late '80's and hadn't seen Brian in years, but he was one of those climbers you always thought you would run into at the cliff. I looked forward to doing that some day, and am sorry that is no longer possible.
Tom Addison
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Jul 14, 2014 - 03:49pm PT
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hey there say, all... just saw this thread, here...
my condolences and prayers, added on here, for his family and loved ones...
may you be strong, through your memories, as you move without him...
:(
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wilbeer
Mountain climber
Terence Wilson greeneck alleghenys,ny,
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Jul 14, 2014 - 04:47pm PT
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I hope for the best for everyone around this .RIP.
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MH2
climber
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Jul 14, 2014 - 07:42pm PT
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From Chuck Weber's post on mountainproject.com:
"Brian was coherent and communicative the entire time I witnessed, but he could not tell us exactly why or how he fell. He spoke briefly and lovingly of his family."
A deeply moving and telling point.
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Kalimon
Social climber
Ridgway, CO
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Jul 14, 2014 - 07:52pm PT
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Rest in peace brother Brian . . .
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Edge
Trad climber
Boulder, CO
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Jul 14, 2014 - 08:51pm PT
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Growing up in New Hampshire and learning my craft on the granite walls of the White Mountains, there were always those climbs that tackled the blankest of faces, the boldest of features, and the most intimidating sections of wall; these were the climbs that captured my imagination and motivated me to improve. Without question, I can think of no more impressive resume of classic free climbs than those attributed over and over again in the guide book to Brian Delaney.
Though I don't recall ever meeting Brian, despite sharing a number of mutual acquaintances, I aspired to follow in his footsteps. Lichen It A Lot pushed me to new limits, the Bridge of Khazad-dum turned my forearms into a useless mass of knots, and the Women in Love/book of Solemnity link-up made me feel like I had just won a special lottery or something; I couldn't wipe the smile from my face for days. Testaments in stone, all of them.
Cheers, Brian, and thank you. May you rest in peace.
To Brian's family and friends, I will continue to hold you in my thoughts and send out healing wishes for peace and serenity in this very difficult time. Bless you all
Loran Smith
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Seamstress
Trad climber
Yacolt, WA
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Jul 15, 2014 - 11:26am PT
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Brian Delaney. It is hard to believe. My heart goes out to his family and the climbing community in New Hampshire. I was blessed to spend a major part of my first 15 years of climbing in New Hampshire, and I go back every couple years for another dose of New Hampshire's granite. WHile I never shared a rope with him, my footsteps kissed the same granite, and we shared the same sky.
The Mountain Rescue Service is filled with kind and caring people. This must have been a very difficult mission for them. It is not easy to assist a person that is so badly injured, and it is very hard to be with them as they die. Please know that we are grateful for your response, and grateful that you were with him in his last moments. Reach out if you need help, and care for each other in the aftermath of this.
Peace.
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Starman
Trad climber
Sterling, MA
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Jul 15, 2014 - 02:32pm PT
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Seamstress' words are so apt... Thank you so much!
Heartfelt condolences to all family, friends of Brian -- and to the community in N.C. past and present.
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