Javier Trujillo-Ortega

Javier Trujillo-Ortega

United States of America

Athlete #1036

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Soledad, CA

Javier was injured in 2012 in a vehicle accident while driving near Half Moon Bay in heavy fog. After a deer ran into the road, he lost control of his vehicle, which went off the road, down a cliff, and flipped. The crash resulted in a serious spinal cord injury.

“Keep pushing your limits-that's when things get interesting.”

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High Fives has provided:

GC1 2026 funding for bowhead aMTB

Javier Trujillo-Ortega

“This grant will positively impact my recovery by giving me consistent acces to adaptive mountain biking, which will help me stay active, build strength, and improve my overall health. It also supports my mental well-being by keeping me engaged, motivated, and connected to the outdoors and the adaptive sports community.“

– #HighFivesAthlete, Javier Trujillo-Ortega

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