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sth
11-09-09, 07:57 PM
Hi all,

A friend asked me to post some info regarding a missing friend of his.

Ed Kortenbach was cycling from Edmonton, Alberta to Vancouver, BC this past fall. He was last seen on October 14, 2009 in the Fraser Valley in the area of Harrison/Aggasiz. He as heading west toward Vancouver.

The notice below has more information. If your have seen Ed or know of his whereabouts please contact the RCMP.

Thanks.


"Last seen in Hope BC on his way to Port Coquitlam via the # 7 Highway. Riding Mountain bike with saddle bags, camping equipment, orange rain coat, often camped off the beaten path. Last seen October 14/09
Any information is helpful !
PLEASE CONTACT RCMP at
1-604-869-7750 (case # 09-35473)"

MWPdx
11-09-09, 08:23 PM
Sorry to hear about this and I hope he's ok. I don't live in the area otherwise I'd be lookin. If you haven't already, you might wanna try posting this in the long distance cycling forum, commuting, and the regional one.
bicyclridr4life
11-09-09, 08:37 PM
Sorry to hear about this and I hope he's ok. I don't live in the area otherwise I'd be lookin. If you haven't already, you might wanna try posting this in the long distance cycling forum, commuting, and the regional one.

+1 and put it in all the forums. Cover all the bases. You never know who may have seen him on his route.

Creakyknees
11-10-09, 06:07 AM
I would also suggest posting on
forums.roadbikereview.com
www.crazyguyonabike.com

and notifying www.adventurecycling.com
Laurel Lane
11-10-09, 08:24 AM
sth, I hope this man is found in good shape. I have done a little bike camping and always worried about the evil people we share the planet with. I hope this is not his fate.
Siu Blue Wind
11-10-09, 08:58 AM
Hoping he is safe and able to be found soon.

Fingers crossed and prayers sent.
sth
11-10-09, 09:36 AM
Thanks, all, for your thoughts. I dont know the fellow but I know his family is worried.
alicestrong
11-10-09, 09:46 AM
Hope that he is located safe and sound!
wheel
11-10-09, 06:58 PM
Ok is this information just late getting to BF? I mean it is November 10. I usually have 7 day chain where my mom is going to start to raise all kinds of bells and sirens.
sth
11-10-09, 07:52 PM
According to the attached RCMP news release, Ed was reported missing early in November. Lots of people routinely go for long periods without contacting others. There is nothing indicating anything sinister has happened. His family just wants to know he is safe.

http://bc.rcmp.ca/ViewPage.action?siteNodeId=50&contentId=12183
blaise_f
11-21-09, 12:23 AM
Any update on this?
Bianchigirll
11-21-09, 09:33 AM
According to the attached RCMP news release, Ed was reported missing early in November. Lots of people routinely go for long periods without contacting others. There is nothing indicating anything sinister has happened. His family just wants to know he is safe.

http://bc.rcmp.ca/ViewPage.action?siteNodeId=50&contentId=12183

I can't imagine cell coverage is super good there either. I do hope he has been found and is well.