Malcolm Daly climbing in the Red, Presentation Oct 24th

Post by **TrueNorth** » Wed Oct 19, 2005 2:13 am

October 23 – 27 Malcolm Daly (Founder of Trango) http://www.accessfund.org/about/ambassa ... alcolmdaly will be climbing in the Red.

I asked Malcolm if he would give a presentation on his May 1999, accident on Thunder Mountain in Alaska. While attempting a first ascent he fell 200’ shattering both legs and feet. Stranded for two days, alone on the ice, by the time help arrived, both feet were frostbitten and one eventually had to be amputated.

I’m happy to announce; Malcolm will give this presentation on Monday night, October 24th at the hostel. The evening is free and open to the public. I know that for many, Monday night is a tough night to be in the Gorge. But if you can, this is a chance to meet one of the nicest and most sincere individuals you will ever meet in the climbing industry.

Jeff Kennedy
True North Outfitters

Post by **dhoyne** » Wed Oct 19, 2005 12:35 pm

Damn, I always miss the good stuff. Malcolm is an amazing guy, and I really like Trango products. Plus, he makes a mean pancake (actually several thousand) at the NRG Rendezvous every year!

Post by **kirker** » Wed Oct 19, 2005 8:20 pm

Where is the hostel located.

Post by **TrueNorth** » Wed Oct 19, 2005 8:54 pm

Traveling from Winchester on the Mt. Parkway, go past Slade (exit 33) to the next exit (Beatyville exit 40). Turn right on R15 and travel 1/2 mile towards the Gorge. The hostel is located in the log cabin on the corner of R15 and R715E (the back enterance into the Gorge, near Rock Bridge)

Post by **L K Day** » Thu Oct 20, 2005 5:13 am

I lived in Colorado for eight years and had the great fortune to climb with Malcolm more than anyone else. He has always been a great inspiration to me, and the ease with which he dispatched Colorado's most difficult free climbs (whether on rock or ice) is legendary. A great, and very funny guy, you simply have to meet him if at all possible. Please tell him Lightning Larry says hello, and see what he says.

Post by **randomboulder** » Thu Oct 20, 2005 12:28 pm

So he is still able to climb as an amputee? Does he use a prosthetic?

Post by **overhung** » Thu Oct 20, 2005 12:36 pm

http://www.trango.com/mal.php

Here's his story. Not to discourage anyone from coming. I'll be there on the 24th.

Post by **L K Day** » Thu Oct 20, 2005 4:37 pm

Yes, he uses a prosthetic, and can climb just fine. If I remember correctly, Malcolm said climbing is easier than walking.

Post by **TrueNorth** » Sun Oct 23, 2005 11:05 pm

Its Sunday night and Malcolm did make it in. The open house tomorrow will start at 7:30 PM with the presentation starting at 8:00 PM. Please come join us. Everyone is very welcome, and we would love to see you.

Post by **captain static** » Wed Oct 26, 2005 1:33 am

The presentation by Malcolm was truly humbling. The experiences he has had really puts life into perspective. Thanks Jeff for hosting a great event.