Since writing my last entry I learnt a few more details from my colleagues. As I mentioned, even though we were there, details were sketchy.

Terry had folded up his main on the ledge where he was stuck and had placed it under a rock. When he was found his reserve was out. All I can say is that in my opinion he jumped intentionally from the ledge with his reserve. I do not know what the status of his reserve ripcord handle was, ie where it was or if it was found. I can imagine that Terry did not get a good exit as his legs were damaged, maybe he could not even stand up, but that is pure conjecture. I do not know the degree of verticality under the ledge from where he jumped, but it looks acceptable.

Considering the circumstances, the weather, his health, being in a possible state of shock, possible major blood loss, it was a pretty hardcore decision to take and I respect him for that. I am sorry he couldn't wait.

The rescue effort involved so many Alpinists and regular cliff jumpers, some of which were out all night. Anybody who has been to the fjord knows how tempestous the weather can be there. It was pointed out to the organisers from the local police, that any subsequent rescue efforts would be delayed 48 hours due to the teams fatigue. With this information the Helicopter boogie organisers felt it in order to prevent further use of the helicopter, thus morally ending the boogie.

Stein and Lasse did mention that they would try again next year.