オスプレーさんのインスタグラム写真 - (オスプレーInstagram)「A remembrance is the type of post you never want to write. As outdoor enthusiasts, we often push our limits for the love of nature and occasionally, accidents happen. — On Sunday August 16th, Osprey ambassador David Xiao was climbing with a partner on Mount Sir Donald near Revelstoke when he fell to his death. Tuesday would have been his 26th birthday. — David had an infectious smile and shared his love of the outdoors with everyone he met. From climbing to skiing to thru-hiking, adventure was in his bones. He had a kind and curious soul; the type that radiates positivity and inspires you to try new things. From the lens of his camera, he passionately shared his adventures with us all, so that we too would fall in love with what he loved most. — “I was born and raised within a city of concrete and steel in China and never felt a connection to the outdoors as a kid. I remember the first time my friends took me on a hike after moving to Canada 12 years ago. To my surprise, a hike in the Canadian Rockies meant going out and climbing a mountain, not a walk in the park. I can still picture myself sitting on top of a ridge, mesmerized by the surrounding beauty, the freedom, the joy. I was introduced to a whole new world, a side of reality I never knew existed.” — As an Osprey ambassador, we had the joy of helping David pursue his passion for outdoor adventure. When he would talk about the PCT, he lit up. He jumped at every opportunity to share his expertise and knowledge if it would help somebody else try it for the first time. — When asked if he could make a 20 second phone call to himself at any point in your life, when would you call and what would you say,” his response was: To my 14-year-old self: Hey, you know that activity where people strap planks to their feet and slide down mountains really really fast? Sounds silly now but turns out you love it. Go try it now, trust me. — Thank you David, for sharing your love of the outdoors with so many and being part of the Osprey family. You have taught us to accept any challenge put in our path and to love big. We miss you so much. Rest in peace – may there be many mountains in Heaven for you to climb.」8月22日 0時36分