Sorry to hear about Julia. Didn't know anyone had crashed! Lots of healing vibs to you Julia!! Listen to those DRs! Did you find a trainer? Get well soon So you can get back on the bike\\/
healing vibes to julia and jeff. injuries suck! as far as 1-handed physical activites, I recommend this: I'm still waiting to get the 5 stitches out of my arm before I can start riding on dirt again. I might go do some sprints in my street in a minute so I can get some exercise though.
OK, grasshoppers... It's been a while since we did an update to the Injured Rider Report. A lot of people know about Ken's continued recovery as it's well documented here. What about others I know that are still in the Recovery mode or just got injured??? Bring the tribe up to date on your injuries and/or recoveries:
Wrist is getting a lot better, back on the bike for the first time in 4-5 weeks on Sunday. One more week with a squeaky chew toy, next week the spring loaded grip builder, and next month I can start with roll ups and wrist curls.
Last weekend my ego got torn to pieces, but it happens so often that I didn't think it was newsworthy.
Broken hand Broke my right hand (boxer's break) being stupid but NOT on my bike. Getting hurt MTBing is a badge of honor compared to punching the wall. Two more weeks before it's X-rayed again. Will hopefully be pedalling soon after.
man that sucks. worst time of the year too. Maybe you could pick up one of THESE from Jenson in the meantime haha
$600 for one wheel?! My riding buddy and I saw a family of four each riding one of those on a local trail. At first it was WTF but we realized just how awesome it really was.
I've always wondered how you clear any obstacles, like a little log, on a one. Do you just hold the saddle with your legs and jump? Also, I imagine with no way to stretch yourself, climbing hills must suck
^^ Need to learn to 'manual' which will lead to a j-hop. Good thing to learn for clearing other things on the trail - logs, etc..
Bike was ok. Not sure what I cut my foot on? Cut just below the ankle bone on the inside. I think might have been the brake cali bolt. Thanks.
I have found DMSO and Comfrey is a GREAT injury repairer- broke my ankle once practicing judo and was back to running in 2 weeks! I wash the area very well, put aloe vera on the skin (to keep DMSO from irritating it) add a dropper full of comfrey tincture w/ DMSO and pure (distilled water) and dab- not rub onto the area. Takes pain away and begins to heal the area- ice of course is always beneficial, i apply this 2-3 times a day. (DMSO= 99%pure, pharmaceutical grade, can be found at pet stores or horse supply stores for $6-8.00)