News Forum - 77 year old Australian separated from 20 others during hike on Koh Larn

[Thaiger]

After being lost and stranded while hiking on Koh Larn, just off the coast of Pattaya, an unnamed 77 year old Australian gentleman was eventually found and rescued. It is still unclear how he became separated from the group. There were 20 people in the hiking group. After completing the trail, the group failed to do a head count once they got on the ferry to head back to Pattaya. They only discovered he was missing once they arrived back on the mainland. Then immediately got in touch with Pattaya police and Koh Larn rescuers to help find him. Almost […]

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[palooka]

Aussie, probably as tough as old boot leather.

[BigHewer]

17 minutes ago, palooka said:

Aussie, probably as tough as old boot leather.

77 year old Aussie lost in the wilds? Yeah, no worries . Statistically the Aussies would fare pretty well compared with other nationalities I’d say.

[Dancbmac]

Nice to have good news once in a while

[HiuMak]

The group must have forgotten to leave a trail of breadcrumbs for him on the way back. 

[oldschooler]

Decrepit ancient f*cks (believing they’re 30-40 perhaps) should not be “hiking” or diving or doing anything extreme nor should they be commercially indulged.

A very fit 65 I suggest would be the outer limit. Simple quick prior hill climb timed test applicable ? 

[Kritch]

On 7/4/2022 at 4:59 PM, palooka said:

Aussie, probably as tough as old boot leather.

About as smart, too