Bay Area mountain biker dies in California forest
A Napa County man died after a medical emergency while mountain biking at Boggs Mountain forest, a popular Northern California destination.
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A Napa County man, Jeffrey Harrington, 61, died last week while mountain biking at Boggs Mountain Demonstration State Forest in Lake County. After hours on the rugged trails, Harrington suffered a medical emergency. Despite his friend’s quick response and medics’ efforts, he couldn’t be revived. The cause of death remains under investigation.
Known for its challenging terrain and thrilling singletracks, Boggs Mountain is a hotspot for mountain bikers. The 3,500-acre forest, managed by Cal Fire, offers steep climbs and rocky descents. Research shows that non-traumatic cardiovascular issues cause over half of mountain biking fatalities, highlighting the sport’s intense physical demands.
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Says it all:
Research shows that non-traumatic cardiovascular issues cause over half of mountain biking fatalities, highlighting the sport’s intense physical demands.
Keep moving but know your limits. The worst back country hikes I ever lead was parents who did not know their abilities. Did not attend training, did not do pre hikes, ignored and or hid their medical conditions. As I got older I learned the big week-long hikes were best handled by younger, on the ball participants. Getting someone out of the wilderness can turn into a nightmare for all.
I dont get this
His heart failed not due to an injury. Heart attack.
Oh, he must have been either an indian or mexican cause they drink a lot and most have diabetes.
Knowledge and logic are not your strong suits.
You obviously are oblivious to the issues in the minority community. They are prone to drinking which adds to their cardiac issues. Most are not working and look for ways to fill their time which alcohol is the easy solution for those “people”.