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  1. Abui

    Abui Active Member

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    I had a great start on the day with 30 miles and 5000' at Cheeseboro, making our own versions of the B's with energy to spare. Not wanting to overdo it I got out the road bike for an easy ride.

    Bad choice. I was JRA and then woke up on the pavement with people cleaning me up. I eventually realized where I was but not why. I had collided with a truck (no memory of that). The sheriff, fire truck, and ambulance were on the scene.

    Off to the hospital for x-rays and MRI. The damage: (1) broken second metacarpal, 5 stitches, but thankfully did not sever the tendon. (2) 7 stitches on the chin. (3) broken helmet, broken C1 disc - 3 months of wearing a neck collar. I don't need the pinning apparatus. (4) cuts, scrapes, bruises, swollen knee, etc.

    Unless there's a miracle healing of the disc* I'll miss the VQ and Fargo Street. The neurusurgeon said eat at least 2200 calories a day, that's easy.
    *(not thinkng about the hand, duh)
    Pictures? working on it.

    I'll ride the trainer as soon as the knee is ready.
     
    Abui, Jan 17, 2008
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  2. denmother

    denmother Gone riding....

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    Ouch, sorry to hear you are down!!!! Healing vibes being sent your way. :)
     
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    Ouch dude!!!!! That suxs!!!! I hope you heal up quick and sort out the insurance mess!
     
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  4. J_Sims

    J_Sims tattooed scumbag !!!

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    The word SUX echos here... Sorry to hear this but at least you are alive to tell the tale... :beer: to a complete recovery...
     
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  5. Pato

    Pato Stop stealing my thunder!

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    That really sucks. Get better quick.
     
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  6. ghixon

    ghixon Look Ma - No hands!

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    Scary stuff. Another reason I stay off the pavement. I'd rather do a 10' drop than ride around with the cars. Any idea if they hit you or just a freak accident?

    Healing vibes your way and let us know if you need anything.
     
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  7. andy aka rut

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    Ouch! So sorry to hear about another bike vs auto accident. I wish you the best with your recovery. Be patient for your body to heal.
     
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    danngg sir!! that really sucks!! thanks much for enforcing oneof the main reasons why I never ride the freaking road!!!#-o really sorry about your accident!! here's to a quick recovery!!:beer:
     
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  9. sheclimbs

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    So sorry to hear this. Sending you healing vibes for a quick and complete recovery.
     
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    Heal up quick sir. One silver lining is that it gives the rest of us a fighting chance on the points ladder!:lol:
     
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  11. Pugz

    Pugz Fat guy in a little coat

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    Sorry to hear about the crash, healing vibes brother.
     
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    TurboJared Overstimulated

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    WOW! Thats a real bummer man, Healing vibes bro. I know I messed up my neck 2 years ago they heal faster than you realize.
     
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    Doug - I'm sorry to hear that!!! Here's hoping for your miracle. Heal up and take it easy in the meantime.
     
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    I'm sorry to hear of your misfortune. Heal well.
    :beer:heres to a proper recovery
     
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    dstepper (R.I.P.) Over the hill

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    Doug I am so sorry to hear this. You ride a lot and I bet it will be tough satying off the bike. Bummer

    Dean
     
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    Sorry to hear about the crash. It's probably better that you not remember it. Get well soon!
     
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    Wow, very sorry to hear about your injuries. Road crashes where the rider has zero recall of what happened are always bad, often permanently. Glad it sounds as if you'll make a full recovery.
    R
     
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  18. RustyIron

    RustyIron Rob S.

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    Bummer. Heal up quick.
     
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    Hope you heal up asap!!

    What happened to the truck??
     
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  20. genusmtbkr5

    genusmtbkr5 STR Moderator

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    Sorry to hear about your accident. Heal well and soon.
     
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