Everyone sets goals and for some this is what motivates them to succeed or push themselves through life. Personally I have many goals, but when you attain one the feeling is tantamount to life itself. No matter if you set a goal for personal vindication, or to try something new, the idea of setting the goal and trying everything you can to attain it is admirable.

I mention this because the other day I concurred a goal of my own. This is an example of personal vindication that some may call conceded or crazy, but none-the-less I was desirous of reaching it. A year ago I was asked in an interview for Freeskier magazine what I thought about big cliff drops on skis. I followed up by stating there are some who have taken it to a ludicrous level, yet I would like to join the imaginary “Century Club” by jumping off a 100-foot cliff at some point. Well, yesterday in the backcountry of Colorado I became a member. The conditions were not optimal for such a feat, but I felt I was ready after launching about 85-foot the day before. Given the conditions I was not able to land on my feet, but instead took the brunt of the impact to my side to disperse the pressure excerpted on my body. However, I was able to pop right up and ski away with nothing but a smile and a little shock on my face.

Happy times, and I am glad I got that out of my system…

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