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CR Johnson has Passed Away

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SwiftSilentSquaw
Posts: 427 - Karma: 40

I just got a text message. Apparently CR hit his head on a rock while skiing Headwall (Squaw) this morning and has passed away. I will keep this thread updated with details as I get them.

Feb 24 2010 6:04PM
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Twig
Posts: 6420 - Karma: 60,334
A terrible loss. One of the all time greats and a great guy. RIP.
Feb 24 2010 7:32PM
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Charlie_Kelly
Posts: 11954 - Karma: 12,302
holy shit i just watched Everyday is a Saturday today too.
Feb 24 2010 7:32PM
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123ski
Posts: 7374 - Karma: 1,415
RIP.  You are one of my heroes!  Sad to see you go so soon.
Feb 24 2010 7:33PM
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ajax
Posts: 2852 - Karma: 1,245
Fuck. I can't even comprehend this really.

Jah bless, RIP CR
Feb 24 2010 7:33PM
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Skookum
Posts: 205 - Karma: 41

Ski in Peace CR. You were an inspiring skier

Feb 24 2010 7:33PM
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TheNickyB
Posts: 132 - Karma: 142
RIP you  will be greatly missed in the ski community especially here in Tahoe.......Vibes to his Family
Feb 24 2010 7:33PM
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LoneSkier
Posts: 236 - Karma: 10
NS'ers has crashed Freeskier.com WOW
Feb 24 2010 7:34PM
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nychka
Posts: 1787 - Karma: 61
life is fragile. I'm sure CR will be shreddin that big pillow line in the sky. RIP
Feb 24 2010 7:35PM
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Lemuel
Posts: 14502 - Karma: 10,730
I know, I want to read the article but there is too much traffic
Feb 24 2010 7:35PM
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john-farris
Posts: 92 - Karma: 10
RIP. CR you were the man.
Feb 24 2010 7:35PM
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LightAscension
Posts: 245 - Karma: 60
RIP CR, you will be missed
Feb 24 2010 7:35PM
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LoneSkier
Posts: 236 - Karma: 10
when you try to access freeskier.com all you get is

CR JOHNSON PASSES AWAY IN SKI ACCIDENT

CR Johnson passed away today at Squaw Valley. According to sources close to the incident, he got caught up on rocks going off a cliff at the Light Towers, went over the handlebars and hit his head and neck on rocks on the landing.

This is all the information we have right now. We will update you as soon as we have more.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this devastating time.

CR, you will be sorely missed. Rest in Peace.

Feb 24 2010 7:35PM
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gkenworthy
Posts: 779 - Karma: 12,874
RIP CR. You were a legend, and you will be greatly missed.
Feb 24 2010 7:35PM
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Tablespoon
Posts: 923 - Karma: 14
Wow. This sucks. Dude was awesome.
Rest In Peace.
Feb 24 2010 7:35PM
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MAC.D
Posts: 5654 - Karma: 345
RIP CR

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Feb 24 2010 7:36PM
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2plankwonder
Posts: 198 - Karma: 36

Powder Mag confirms it. This is so sad.  http://www.powdermag.com/features/news/cr-johnson-skier-dies-in-accident-at-squaw-valley/index.html/

RIP Cr, you were truly an insperation. Much love to your family.

Feb 24 2010 7:36PM
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Tremblantskier
Posts: 945 - Karma: 5,423
First newschooler to 1440 back in 1999. RIP
Feb 24 2010 7:36PM
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mak
Posts: 700 - Karma: 167

Such a terrible thing to hear... I will ride twice as hard in honour of him and to keep his passion alive in others.

To his family and friends, my heart goes out to you for such a saddening loss, in which I cannot express in simple words.

R.I.P. wherever you are CR.

Feb 24 2010 7:36PM
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hanksy
Posts: 659 - Karma: 265
CR, it's safe to say freeskiing wouldn't be quite what it is if it wasn't for you.
Feb 24 2010 7:36PM
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207
Posts: 8969 - Karma: 3,846
I still can't believe this.
Feb 24 2010 7:36PM
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Jahhsss
Posts: 690 - Karma: 2,962
RIP CR, your Seven Sunny Days segment was the most inspiring part I have ever seen, I still cant believe it.. :(
Feb 24 2010 7:36PM
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Tex.
Posts: 1106 - Karma: 124
i met CR at the water ramps in park city shortly after his accident. he was there with tanner and seth and one of the most legit, down to earth people i have had the chance to meet. extremely friendly and all about good times. truly sad to see him go.

ski and rest in peace CR.
Feb 24 2010 7:37PM
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Jwenz
Posts: 8893 - Karma: 7,634
after watching his segment in seven sunny days i am speechless...wow
Feb 24 2010 7:37PM
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gustafari
Posts: 726 - Karma: 50
RIP CR. Way too sad to see him go right when he was getting back to full health.
I can't believe this
Feb 24 2010 7:37PM
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shames.skier
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RIP. cant believe i had the honor to ski with him. soooo sad man.
Feb 24 2010 7:38PM
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Tyrone
Posts: 315 - Karma: 26

R.I.P CR.

you will always be remembered

Feb 24 2010 7:38PM
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SwiftSilentSquaw
Posts: 427 - Karma: 40
I can't do anything except watch this thread my mind is just going crazy.  +vibes to everyone especially CRs family. Hopefully we can send CR out right with a gnarly Freeride comp at Squaw down Tram Face this weekend. I'm sure unofficial will organize a ceremony on the Palisades but everyone throw down for CR when you head to the mountain tomorrow. this sucks.
Feb 24 2010 7:38PM
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Trojan~Man
Posts: 1996 - Karma: 1,357
RIP CRJ.
Feb 24 2010 7:38PM
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dubaiski
Posts: 961 - Karma: 37

fuck that

RIP CRJ

Feb 24 2010 7:40PM
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jKutcher
Posts: 3936 - Karma: 4,260
"My family, my friends, and skiing... thats it for me, thats my life. The joy i get from skiing, thats worth dying for". RIP C.R. Johnson
Feb 24 2010 7:40PM
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tacobellslayer
Posts: 1493 - Karma: 214
Holy. RIP CR. You are the MAN!
Feb 24 2010 7:40PM
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Pernille
Posts: 127 - Karma: 61
RIP CR. :(

Your were an inspiration!!
Feb 24 2010 7:40PM
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snomaster
Posts: 3346 - Karma: 5,771
I was trying to ignore the existence of this thread.

Some CR quotes:

"Skiing is worth dying for."

LIVE YOUR LIFE, LOVE YOUR LIFE. DON'T REGRET... LIVE, LEARN, AND MOVE FORWARD POSITIVELY. -CR

"I feel it's most important to keep it real and enjoy each moment, you know, take advantage of every opportunity life provides, because who knows what tomorrow may bring..."


This dude was such a stud in the mountains.
Feb 24 2010 7:41PM
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Mykel
Posts: 1560 - Karma: 84
Dude. This sucks. You will be missed CR.
Feb 24 2010 7:42PM
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MANDER
Posts: 4017 - Karma: 2,038
I just sat with the reply box open for thirty seconds not knowing what to say. RIP CR.
Feb 24 2010 7:42PM
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willyg0808
Posts: 4231 - Karma: 1,364
:( a great hero was lost today,  cr you are in my prayers
Feb 24 2010 7:42PM
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ski_DC
Posts: 1347 - Karma: 58
RIP man you're gonna be sorely missed.
Feb 24 2010 7:43PM
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YukonGraham
Posts: 279 - Karma: 55
ahhhh shit
tomorrow, im gonna shred twice as hard for a legend
RIP CR
Feb 24 2010 7:43PM
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nitsua
Posts: 4631 - Karma: 726
The world of skiing has lost 2 amazing people in under a year. I don't even know what to say. RIP CR. You are the man, and you will be remembered forever.
Feb 24 2010 7:43PM
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lenzner
Posts: 1590 - Karma: 80
Cannot believe this. RIP CR.
Feb 24 2010 7:44PM
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Dr.NS
Posts: 640 - Karma: 19
"the joy i get from skiing... that's worth dying for."

ski in peace man

rip CR
Feb 24 2010 7:44PM
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WillStart
Posts: 3955 - Karma: 3,192
One of the best quotes ever. RIP CR, you will be missed. such sad news
Feb 24 2010 7:44PM
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sander_h
Posts: 1700 - Karma: 5,805
https://www.newschoolers.com/web/content/viewvideo/id/331774/cat/latest/
please guys to the top
Feb 24 2010 7:45PM
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B_Sellegren
Posts: 126 - Karma: 21
RIP CR
Feb 24 2010 7:45PM
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MANDER
Posts: 4017 - Karma: 2,038
my signature is slowly but unfortunately growing. RIP
Feb 24 2010 7:45PM
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gbalkman
Posts: 605 - Karma: 4,171
This sucks! CR's bio 10's in the backcountry cannot be beat. A true legend. Rest in Peace CR.
Feb 24 2010 7:45PM
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geet
Posts: 2436 - Karma: 6
im going skiing tmmrw for crj. idc if its raining like its supposed to be.
Feb 24 2010 7:45PM
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henrytargett
Posts: 903 - Karma: 35
Died doing what he loved

RIP CR
Feb 24 2010 7:46PM
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Keith_M
Posts: 795 - Karma: 771
no!!!!!
Feb 24 2010 7:46PM
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Gnarshred
Posts: 5670 - Karma: 18
RIP CR you've always been one of my favorite skiers and an inspiration!
Feb 24 2010 7:47PM
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