Erik was injured in a canyoneering accident when his anchor blew while rappelling over a 60-foot waterfall, sending him into a 50-foot freefall to the bottom of the canyon. The fall resulted in shattered feet and ankles, an open compound fracture of his right leg, a broken pelvis and hand, and multiple lacerations, requiring six weeks of hospitalization and extensive reconstructive care. Due to the severity of the injury, he ultimately chose to undergo a right leg amputation and continue his active lifestyle with a prosthesis. Since then, high Fives has helped him build a collection of specialized prosthetic legs for walking, running, cycling, skiing, surfing, and working out, allowing him to continue pursuing the activities he loves.