FALL ON ROCK, FALLING ROCK, NO HARD HAT

Colorado, Capital Peak

On July 27, 1991, Griff Smith (42) took a leader fall while climbing a difficult route on Capital Peak. His injuries were caused by rockfall generated by his fall. He sustained a compound fracture of the ankle and a lump on the head. (Source: Aspen Mountain Rescue, Inc.)

Analysis

Capital Peak is a good example of the kind of mountain on which climbers are well advised to wear helmets. (Source: Jed Williamson)