help a bro out

[SAR_boats]

For those of you who don't know I do not have the use of my left arm. However I do have a couple of things that need to be done to my bikes. I am searching for anyone who can come over to my place and do the following after Nov 8th. I am off of work so I am available 7 days a week from 8am until 8pm :

Mount tires on 2 rims
Leak check 2 other tires
Install a new stem
Install a new seatpost
Install a new handlebar
Install cyclocomputer on 2 bikes

I am offering up bike parts as a trade for your services. Here is what I have to offer:

1998 Rock Shox Judy SL
XT V-brakes, shifters and levers
XT Cranks (square taper)
XTR Cranks (older style, square taper)
Shimano UN-73 bottom bracket
Syncros XC Race Stem
Syncros XC Aluminum Bar
Syncros seat post 27.2x410
Thomson seat post (31.8 x 250mm)
Mavic 217sup wheels on XT Parralax hubs wheelsmith spokes (rim brake)
XT rear derailler
XT front derailler
XTR front derailler
20% off coupon for new specialized helmet

Obviously I am not offering all of them but if you need some stuff from this list and don't mind helping me out then please let me know

[dstepper]

Are your XTR square taper cranks 4 or 5 bolt chainrings? If they are 5 bolt, I am interested in them for my next bike build.

[UseItOrLooseIt]

shit! how did you lose your left arm?!

[SAR_boats]

I was at a party one night and I got really trashed and I met this girl who looked just like Shakira. I don't know what happened but I woke up broke sticky and confused next to a chick that looked like Ronald Reagan. So I knawed my arm off so as to not wake her up. But now I am going to have to chew the other one off because I know she is out there looking for the one armed guy that gave her a good time.

Seriously, though, 3 wks ago I wrecked on the fullerton loop and broke my shoulder, shoulder blade, 2 ribs, collapsed a lung, severed an artery in my arm and while that is healing nicely I have nerve damage in my shoulder that makes my left arm as useless as tits on a bull

I have pics posted in the carnage section

[Neccros]

Originally Posted by SAR_boats

Seriously, though, 3 wks ago I wrecked on the fullerton loop and broke my shoulder, shoulder blade, 2 ribs, collapsed a lung, severed an artery in my arm and while that is healing nicely I have nerve damage in my shoulder that makes my left arm as useless as tits on a bull

I have pics posted in the carnage section

Damn where on the Loop did you manage that???

And they say the Loop is for Pu$$ys...

[SAR_boats]

I am not sure exactly because I blacked out but I know it was a downhill section that has been closed off to bikers (missed the sign, oops) with a turn at the end and a jump. There is a concrete pad at the jump. At least thats what the guy I was with told me. I am going to meet up with the guy at some point at the site to see if I remember anything

[tkblazer]

i can probly help you out since you're close by.. i'm usually free mon and weds nights.

[Kid A]

dude - that's f'n crazy. pics are whack. if this is legit i'll do work for you for nothing if you can wait a few days. I'm rocking crutches myself with "recent" ankle brake so might as well do something related to riding. i'm not the best mech but all stuff you ask seems pretty simple. i hope to be starting rehab soon so can certainly stop by on drive home after. How far are you from 22? Hit me with PM to see if we can coordinate.

either way heal up bro!

[Steven Jackson]

[b-rad!]

Hey man, sucks to hear about all that! I wrench over at Jenson, so i would be glad to help you out! I could to wed afternoon if you'd like. PM me fo sho. Just let me know where you are!

[Pain Freak]

Love to give you a hand. I got weekend afternoons open. (after the ride)
PM me. And we will set something up.

[dhshuttlemonkey]

Sorry to hear about your crash. I broke my rib this past summer and i know what a bitch it can be not being able to sleep with just one broken rib. Good healing vibes your way bro!! PM me, I have this week in the mornings free to help you out.

[SAR_boats]

Thank you so much for your support. I will get in contact with each of you individually with my cell number. Please give me a call and we can set something up. But I wanted to make it public that the offers of help and goodwill are the reason why this site is so much better than others out there. (I shudder to think of the response I'd get at mtbr or ridemonkey) You guys are the best out there, especially the ones who went above and beyond and offered to help me out for free. Thank you all for keeping the community of MTB riders strong

[~ Pakiha ~]

Hey Chris,
Man that sucks to hear about a rider getting hurt, I got knocked out @ Turnbull last year and to this day remember close to nothing. If you still need help let me know. I'll PM ya with contact info

[Steven Jackson]

The loop is no joke, I AM THE KING!

[PHAT TIRE]

Damn, that sucks! Sorry for the bad luck! I'd help but I suck fixing my own rig.

[Abui]

OUCH! I didn't click on this eariler (slow internet), so best wishes for healing. I'm sure the locals will cover your requests, but one question remains - in the "roadie" thread you said you commuted on a bike. Is that going to continue?

[SAR_boats]

In the words of the immortal philosopher Shaft: "You Damn Right"
I am off of work on disability but as soon as my arm heals and I actually have something to commute to, yes I will continue to commute and ride trails or die trying. Thanks for the well wishes

[SAR_boats]

I wanted to give my special thanks to Adam (Kid A) who helped me with the repairs on my bikes. He did a great job and I very much appreciate the time and trouble. Best wishes on his quick recovery from his broken ankle.

[dirttorpeedo]

WOW sar,HOW THE HELL do you get that efd up at fullerton?good luck healing man!