RIP Shane McConkey.

On March 26 2009 legendary skier, base jumper, father, friend and idol was killed in a base jumping accident in Italy. He was 39 years old. He reportedly experienced problems in the air while filming a ski-base jump with Matchstick productions and Red Bull.

He has been an idol to young skiers and extremists out there and will truly be missed by all. He is survived by his wife Sherry and his 3 1/2 year old daughter.

It is such a sad and tragic accident and just a reminder to all in the extreme sports world that you can't take anything for granted. Shane was a pioneer in the skiing video world with his ground breaking and entertaining segments that inspired so many of the freestyle skiers out there.

Rest in peace. 1969-2009.