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JP Auclair and Andreas Fransson Missing In Avalanche

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malonius_funk
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JP Auclair and Andreas Fransson were recently reported missing by a Chilean newspaper...

http://bit.ly/1CEWi15

**This thread was edited on Sep 30th 2014 at 4:11:55pm
Sep 30 2014 3:12PM
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BrokenBones
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RIP... almost too much to believe.
Sep 30 2014 4:13PM
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Pudge
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Shut up ^ nothing is confirmed you fuck
Sep 30 2014 4:15PM
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eheath
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Fuck
Sep 30 2014 4:15PM
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J.D.
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This isn't right. I don't believe this. I need to wake up.
Sep 30 2014 4:15PM
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AndrewGravesSV
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FUCKFUCKFUCKSHITNO
Sep 30 2014 4:16PM
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erica
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Mr.BishopHeart has sunk.... please for the love of god say this isn't true.


DowntofilmChills are running down my spine, please be okay!


How im feeling right now.
Sep 30 2014 4:16PM
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skodeo7
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Fucking shit. This is horrible news. JP was one of my biggest heroes growing up. I'll never forget those badass knit hats he'd wear throwing backies, it made me finally realize my mom's handmade hat's were actually awesome. A true pioneer and legend of our sport.
Sep 30 2014 4:17PM
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Moonshine
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RIP. so sad, hard to believe
Sep 30 2014 4:17PM
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ModMommy
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I refuse to believe this until there are more sources.
Sep 30 2014 4:17PM
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DERS.
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No no no no no. FUCKFUCKFUCK. RIP :'(
Sep 30 2014 4:18PM
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jca
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holy fuck, this is absolutely crushing.
RIP
Sep 30 2014 4:18PM
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division.bell
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J.D.This isn't right. I don't believe this. I need to wake up.


This is exactly how I am feeling.

Too stunned to fully comprehend.
Sep 30 2014 4:19PM
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Black-Bandanna
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This is so fucked, I OBSESSED over JP's segment in Propaganda as a kid. Both were true inspirations. RIP, guys.

We are losing way too many people to avys these past few years, legends and Joes alike. If you're skiing backcountry get avy certified and don't take any unnecessary risks (not that freak things don't happen). Stay safe out there this upcoming season, people.
Sep 30 2014 4:19PM
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.MASSHOLE.
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I sincerely hope they are not dead. Andreas and JP are both legends.
Sep 30 2014 4:19PM
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RobWatson
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So hard to take in.
Sep 30 2014 4:19PM
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Calb3rt
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this cant be happening
Sep 30 2014 4:20PM
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eheath
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.MASSHOLE.I sincerely hope they are not dead. Andreas and JP are both legends.


they found their bodies man

DBH5601Posted 6 minutes ago on http://www.publimetro.cl/


Found dead two foreign hit by an avalanche in Aysén


Were found dead the Swedish and Canadian citizens, Andreas Fransson and JP Auclair, respectively, disappeared yesterday following an avalanche on Mount San Lorenzo, Aysen region, which dragged about 700 meters.

Both came to the town to Balmaceda on September 26 and left the next day accompanied by a tour guide with the idea of ​​getting an audiovisual record of the mountain, appropriated La Tercera.

Alerted by the emergency, police flew over the area Tuesday and only managed to spot the two bodies, more than 3,700 meters.

Onemi director Aysén Sidi Bravo confirmed to EPD News hikers were found dead by police in the Argentinean side of the mountain. It also reported that already contacted the authorities of the neighboring country to rescue them.

The accident was known, said the police captain Alvaro Herrera Radio Bio Bio after the advice of a Chilean contacted by an Argentine, who in turn had spoken with two Swedes who witnessed the avalanche.
Sep 30 2014 4:20PM
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Newschoolers55
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This is sad. Rip
Sep 30 2014 4:23PM
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Turner.
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Fuck no, man. I'm not ready for this one.
Sep 30 2014 4:23PM
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Kretzschmar
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no, what the hell, seriously, like what the fuck. We lose 2 legends in one slide. this is beyond devastating
Sep 30 2014 4:23PM
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MartianMan
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I'm in shock right now. Trying to tell myself this isn't true. Holy shit.
Sep 30 2014 4:24PM
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Mr.Bishop
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Turner.Fuck no, man. I'm not ready for this one.


I'm not either. This can't be happening.
Sep 30 2014 4:24PM
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gperry1
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Wow this is so so sad. RIP JP and Andreas. Sending my props to their families and friends. It sends shivers down my spine to know that 2 of the greatest are gone.
Sep 30 2014 4:24PM
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Defyne
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RIP :'(
Sep 30 2014 4:26PM
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Pudge
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Theres just no way man I don't wanna believe that. There's no reason it should happen, Andreas has been through such shit and he always has the highest of spirits and brought so much stoke and passion to what he does. Idk what to even say
Sep 30 2014 4:28PM
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Mr.Bishop
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The referenced post has been removed.


Do you speak the language? Can you translate it properly?

Please tell me you're right. The translation doesn't look good, but likely its shady translation.
Sep 30 2014 4:29PM
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J.D.
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I've used two translators and both have suggested that the bodies were found. One said lifeless, the other dead. Trust me I want more than anything for this not to be true but it doesn't look good.
Sep 30 2014 4:33PM
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percs
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Even the best can be caught in avalanches. Always know before you go RIP
Sep 30 2014 4:34PM
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JGWI
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Here is a post off the snowHead's forum-

Yesterday Andreas Franson and JP Auclair were killed climbing to ski in Patagonia
Details so far are sketchy (some of my friends here in Cham were invlved in orgonising the rescue and are still very shake so I'm only getting this 3rd hand)

They were climbing a couloir, nearing the top something moved above them, the coiulir avalanched all the way to the glacier below.

The nearest physical help was their filmers, but they were on peaks the opposite side aof the valley - the rescue chopper had 2 hours to fly before beggining it's search. AFAIK thier boddies were finaly found this morning. (more details as I get them)

I heard this afternoon and this evening 30 of us gatherd in Moo bar for a very somber drink. We have lost a very close friend who was more philospher than daredevill. He was (again AFAIK) one exam away from his full mountain guide certification.

JP I only knew to say high to in the Midi lift que, but his exploits in the freeski and freeride world go back 2 decades. He had just returned to living in Canada having lived abroad for a while so he and his wife could have their first child in his homeland.

The flowing movie, has a rather ponient section 15.00 in about another common friend of ours we had lost. Now not Just Feilx but last year Magnus (Jesus hat in this movie), JP and Andreas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixcFL8hOzGc

Good night and god bless
Sep 30 2014 4:34PM
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En_Route
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http://snowheads.com/ski-forum/viewtopic.php?t=112586

It sounds like it is true, and my heart is broken
Sep 30 2014 4:35PM
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joriza.ski
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http://earlyups.com/andreas-fransson-jp-auclair-missing-avalanche/

its true...

"Found dead two foreign hit by an avalanche in Aysén"
Sep 30 2014 4:37PM
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.frenchy
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Can't believe this... Wow. Ski in peace.
Sep 30 2014 4:43PM
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-emile-
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holy fuck ....
That's a weird feeling
Sep 30 2014 4:43PM
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Oldmann1584
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RIP.... cant believe this
Sep 30 2014 4:44PM
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PoLaRpEaK
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I don't know much about Andreas but obviously have been watching JP since I was a small teenager. Such a legend, and his street seg last year was dope!
Sep 30 2014 4:45PM
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Goku
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holy crap this is terrible.
ski in peace both of you.
seems like every year we lose another legend
Sep 30 2014 4:47PM
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Rachy
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http://snowbrains.com/jp-auclair-andreas-fransson-killed-avalanche-chile/

important details translated.
Sep 30 2014 4:49PM
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HOTPOSSIE
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Put this on my FB wall but figured I would share it on here too. My heart is truly broken to hear this news.

Today is a seriously sad day for skiing. I remember being an awkward high schooler who never got much of a chance to ski and heading to High North Ski camp in 2000 on a whim. I was not doing great, and my skills were sub par (and still are) and JP pulled me over to the rails, clipped off his skis and hiked with me until I was able to slide that flat bar. That was a defining moment in my life and shaped the person I would become. Years later when I was a freshman at college in Crested Butte JP happened to roll through town, ever the nice guy he once again took time out of his day to session a down flat rail with me while we both tried (and often failed) to learn bs switch ups. Although I only had a few brief encounters with you over the years they were formative in my life and I'll always be grateful for that. RIP JP.
Sep 30 2014 4:49PM
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IBAM
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SIP. Huge vibes to both families, these guys both did amazing things with their lives.
Sep 30 2014 4:52PM
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Tumble_Weave
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this is unreal...please let them be alright.
Sep 30 2014 4:52PM
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J_BISCHOF
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HOTPOSSIEPut this on my FB wall but figured I would share it on here too. My heart is truly broken to hear this news.

Today is a seriously sad day for skiing. I remember being an awkward high schooler who never got much of a chance to ski and heading to High North Ski camp in 2000 on a whim. I was not doing great, and my skills were sub par (and still are) and JP pulled me over to the rails, clipped off his skis and hiked with me until I was able to slide that flat bar. That was a defining moment in my life and shaped the person I would become. Years later when I was a freshman at college in Crested Butte JP happened to roll through town, ever the nice guy he once again took time out of his day to session a down flat rail with me while we both tried (and often failed) to learn bs switch ups. Although I only had a few brief encounters with you over the years they were formative in my life and I'll always be grateful for that. RIP JP.


This is a beautiful story, and should be the way that every loss is remembered. By the happy times and positive impact had on all. RIP
Sep 30 2014 4:52PM
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artfullydodged
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Devestated....

JP and Andreas, thank you both so much for all you have done for this sport, you will continue to be inspirations for us all. To everyone with the privilege to spend time in the backcountry, PLEASE do everything you can to stay safe and always stay on the side of caution.

RIP
Sep 30 2014 4:57PM
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Benj.
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Rest in peace JP and Andreas. Never really heard of Fransson but i've Always been a big fan of Auclair. This is a really sad day...
Sep 30 2014 4:58PM
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elinde
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This is too much. It seems the universe is determined to not let our legends live to old age. SIP J.P and Andreas, two of the most radical dudes to ever live.
This is too much.
Sep 30 2014 5:02PM
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go.mora
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http://www.emol.com/noticias/nacional/2014/09/30/682711/hallan-sin-vida-a-los-dos-extranjeros-atrapados-por--avalancha-en-monte-de-aysen.html?error=access_denied&error_code=200&error_description=Permissions+error&error_reason=user_denied#_=_

Both JP Aucliar and Andres found dead by local police. RIP legends.
Sep 30 2014 5:03PM
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Jane6
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This is terrible news.
For some reason I normally do not care that much when stars or celebrities die, but it is something with skiers who pass that always get to me. Maybe it is because most of them are so dedicated to their passion, and feel so real, free and down to earth... qualities I think are rare to come by today.

I'm playing "Little Wing" for you tonight. Thoughts to everyone you know and who love you, I cant imagine what shocking news this must be.

SIP, guys, skida i frid.
Sep 30 2014 5:07PM
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Peter.
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wow. 2 huge losses for the skiing community. ski in peace, thoughts and prayers out to their families and friends. lost two great skiers today.
Sep 30 2014 5:07PM
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Weeezy
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I don't even know what to say, I can't believe we lost one legend, let alone two in one slide
Sep 30 2014 5:09PM
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Corin
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Andreas was interviewed on a Swedish podcast last year, and it's very philosophical and very good. its the single most influential and inspiring words or story in my life since i heard it the first time. this is just... i dont know.. On hand Andreas stories and words has helped me and surely many other to cope with the extreme reality if death. But on the other hand I just fucking cant

Ski in peace JP and Andreas

Vila i frid eller vad säger man. Låt bergen guida dig hem
Sep 30 2014 5:16PM
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