Ron LeMaster dies in on slope collision 1949-2021

[Tricia]

This OP will be a living post, and will be edited as new information is available.​

Admin note: While early news reports did not confirm that the 72 year old skier was Ron LeMaster, many close personal friends have confirmed.
Ron LeMaster was not a member here, however he met with us in person and gave us permission to allow his illustrations used in ski school conversations.
If you don't own one of his books, you should. Brilliant reading.
He will be greatly missed.
Peace and love to his family.

Here is an article, posted by @Bob Barnes confirming the sad news.

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Tribute by TheSnowPros.org

Remembering Esteemed Snowsports Educator Ron LeMaster

Remembering Esteemed Snowsports Educator Ron LeMaster The PSIA-AASI community is saddened by the loss of renowned snowsports educator Ron LeMaster, who died Tuesday. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends, as well as the countless instructors who benefited from his wealth...

thesnowpros.org

 

[Zrxman01]

Collision with a snowboarder.
Terrible news.

72-year-old Boulder skier dies after colliding with a snowboarder on Eldora Mountain

A skier died Tuesday after a collision with a snowboarder on Eldora Mountain.

www.dailycamera.com

Edit to add additional news report

Skier dies at Eldora Mountain after collision with snowboarder

A 72-year-old skier died on Eldora Mountain Tuesday folowing a collision with a snowboarder on the Windmill run.

kdvr.com

 

[dbostedo]

Collision with a snowboarder.
Terrible news.

72-year-old Boulder skier dies after colliding with a snowboarder on Eldora Mountain

A skier died Tuesday after a collision with a snowboarder on Eldora Mountain.

www.dailycamera.com

Whoa. How do you know it was Ron LeMaster?

 

[Philpug]

There are no other sources varifying this. Are we sure?

 

[martyg]

OMG. Standing by.....

 

[Tricia]

I've been trying to verify. Nothing conclusive so far.

 

[AmyPJ]

Horrible if true. We have one of his books on our night stand

 

[HootSki]

Yes so horrible if true, I just ordered and received one of his books.

 

[martyg]

I've been trying to verify. Nothing conclusive so far.

It seems to be popping up in a few places, yet no release of ID by authorities.

 

[Tricia]

It seems to be popping up in a few places, yet no release of ID by authorities.

That's pretty much what I'm seeing.

 

[Tricia]

This was posted by a close friend on FB

 

[Bad Bob]

A big loss for our sport. He did things that permanently changed technical analysis in skiing.

 

[Ulmerhutte]

So sad. A big loss. His books inspired me to dive deeper into techniques and tactics, which he explained so eloquently.

RIP

 

[Bob Barnes]

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Oh, this is such tragic and sad news. Ron was a friend and one of the most curious, analytical, and insightful students of our sport ever. In addition to his meticulously illustrated books and articles, Ron was an occasional contributor to the skiing forums here and at EpicSki. He was a great explainer of the mechanics of our complex and fascinating sport, with contagious enthusiasm for exploring and discussing its mysteries, myths, and dogma. I am still hoping this news is mistaken. It will take some time to digest and process such a tragic loss of a friend and kindred spirit. It is a sad day.

--Bob

 

[Scruffy]

So so sad. I loved reading Ron's books. Terrible loss.

 

[newboots]

One of the greats, gone too soon.

 

[Coach13]

OMG so sad and a big loss to the sport as well!

 

[James]

Wow, so it’s true. Very sad.

 

[Tricia]

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Oh, this is such tragic and sad news. Ron was a friend and one of the most curious, analytical, and insightful students of our sport ever. In addition to his meticulously illustrated books and articles, Ron was an occasional contributor to the skiing forums here and at EpicSki. He was a great explainer of the mechanics of our complex and fascinating sport, with contagious enthusiasm for exploring and discussing its mysteries, myths, and dogma. I am still hoping this news is mistaken. It will take some time to digest and process such a tragic loss of a friend and kindred spirit. It is a sad day.

--Bob

The story you posted is the first I've seen with his name included.
Shortly after we launched SkiTalk/Pugski, we bumped into Ron in Colorado(he was with Mike Hafer at Arapahoe Basin) and talked to him about his illustrations. Much like his permission on Epic, he granted us permission to allow his illustrations to be used here.

My experience with him...Always inspiring goot skiing and always gracious.

 

[James]

Why is Angel Fire Ski and Snowboard School quoted in that article?