Brent Thomson, Trail Master at Bootleg Canyon in Nevada, passed away yesterday due to complications from his recent quadruple bypass surgery. We wrote about Brent and his struggle several weeks ago and our hearts go out to his family and the Las Vegas area MTB community. Details are pasted below and donations are still being accepted to help pay for some remaining expenses. RIP.
Las Vegas, NV – February 18, 2009 – – Brent Thomson, Mountain Bike Industry Legend and Trail Master of Bootleg Canyon has lost his battle with complications from the Quadruple Bypass surgery he underwent in January.
While surgery went well and Brent was coherent and talking after recovery, a series of post-operative strokes took him back to the Intensive Care Unit where he eventually succumbed to complications from the surgery.
Brent’s son Barret was at his side with relatives as his condition worsened. “Brent appreciated and was aware of all of the love and support that the mountain bike industry has shown through this difficult time” said Barret. “There’s been an outpouring of emotion and support from all of his friends and the industry, and we’re making plans for a memorial event to be held at Bootleg Canyon over St. Patrick’s Day Weekend (March 14-15.)”
Barret can still use financial support as there are many loose ends to tie up. Please continue to support the cause by donating to the paypal account listed above.
Stay tuned for more information, and make plans to attend the memorial for Brent Thomson at Bootleg Canyon over the March 14-15th weekend.
