Member of CHUMBA Family left Paralyzed After Catastrophic Crash

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  1. alank

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    A cyclist and dear friend of CHUMBA Racing was injured in a serious mountain bike crash recently. Matthew Alloy, Operations Manager at CHUMBA, was riding with his wife, Robin Alloy, at Chino Hills State Park in Orange County, California. Coming down a descent, Robin hit her head on rocks and broke her helmet and was left paralyzed. Robin suffered serious damage to her spinal cord - and 2 discs had to be removed and a metal plate inserted into the front of her neck. Those of us who know Matthew and Robin know that they are genuine, kind-hearted people with a life-long commitment to cycling and athletics.

    This is a difficult time for Matthew and Robin, and we ask everyone for their prayers during this trying ordeal. We ask for your prayers and support during this time. Any assistance to the Alloy family in the form of cards, words of support, or financial contributions to help offset medical costs would be greatly appreciated.

    You can forward us any correspondence to [email protected].

    Thanks,

    Alan
     
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  2. DownHillPhil

    DownHillPhil Team Rider

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    oh no.. =/
     
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    Very sad. Many healing vibes sent...

    ... Mtb'ing is dangerous and not for everyone. If it wasn't somewhat dangerous I doubt many people would do it. That said, we should all thank our lucky stars when we get home safe and sound.
     
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  4. guero

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    that is a tragedy, im sorry to hear about her accident. :(
     
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    wow thats really tragic... i had a similar crash over the weekend where i manage to drive my head into a dirt wall and cracked my helmet... luckily i did not even suffer a concussion let alone fracture any cervical vertebrae.

    i hope Tara can be an inspiration to Robin as she has to many others..
     
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    My prayers are with her and her family.
     
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    WOW that is terrible!:(

    Hope she can some how pull it through and regain control of her body!
     
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    OMR Old Man Riding...

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    She's now on our family group's prayer list ...
     
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    Saying a prayer for Robin and Matthew. My thoughts are with you guys.
     
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    Healing vibes, prayers and a rapid recovery to you Robin.
     
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    Was this today? I know I left early to look at a property but I've got a hug for Matthew in the morning.

    Hope all improves dramatically.
     
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    very sad. please keep us updated on progress/fundraisers.
     
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    wow... that really sucks :( i hope it's only temporary though
     
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    Prayers going out for a speedy and full recovery...
     
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    Alan, give Matthew a hug for me...Matthew and I rode together this last saturday morning at the loopie and I know his wife Robin....truly sad and tragic.
    Neil, Traci and Maddie
     
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    I'm so sorry to hear this news and will be praying for all involved.
    R
     
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    Alan, I was sad reading about your friend Robin... her crash and resulting serious injury. My thoughts are with her and her family.
     
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    Praying for the Robin and Matthew.
     
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    Sorry to hear that kind of news. I will pray for her speedy recovery.[​IMG]
     
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    So sorry for them. I hope it's not permenant.
     
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