Rock It Takes Another Rider Today

Discussion in 'Rider Down' started by mingo1, Sep 24, 2009.

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  1. tink bell

    tink bell the food fairy

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    Ken is no rookie. He was sending it big in whistler at gravity camp in aug.

    Scott, if you get to see him again give him a hug for me, would ya?
     
    tink bell, Sep 25, 2009
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  2. mtnkitty

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    I wish only the best for Ken. Hope he recovers well and quickly, and thanks for the update.

    Much healing vibes are being sent his way.
     
    mtnkitty, Sep 25, 2009
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  3. CPATCRASH

    CPATCRASH Enjoy the ride!

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    Shit! It just goes to show that it can happen to anyone at any time. Hope everything turns out OK.
     
    CPATCRASH, Sep 25, 2009
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    He was wearing a Giro Xen I believe. Cracked it in half on the back.

    Def not a rookie. He's been down Rock-it hundreds of times. Just got to the last part of the rock section and piled hard. I didn't see him go down as I was farther behind.

    Will do Tink. I'm going to try to get back to the hospital this afternoon.

    Peace -
     
    silverspot, Sep 25, 2009
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  5. project_d

    project_d Steve Peat Wannabe

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    Wow. I'm kinda in shock.

    That last bit of the rock garden is pretty sketchy. It's the one part that if you're wrong, you're gonna be in a lot of pain. I've been lucky several times there hauling through it without touching the brakes. I guess all I can say is that I hope he heals 101%, and that he's out biking again soon. My prayers today are for him and his family.
     
    project_d, Sep 25, 2009
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    Wow! sad to hear about your friend. Glad he was wearing a helmet. Prayers and vibes to him and his Family.
     
    chongoblanco, Sep 25, 2009
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    Best wishes for Ken recovering from a very serious condition.8-[
     
    Abui, Sep 25, 2009
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  8. rq1

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    Ventilator.... Damn I'm sorry for your friend. I've been through a similar scenario. Its definitely a very serious situation. I'll pray for everyone involved.
     
    rq1, Sep 25, 2009
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  9. scruffylooking

    scruffylooking Stuck up, half witted...

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    Praying for Ken and his family.
     
    scruffylooking, Sep 25, 2009
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  10. G-MONEY

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    Thoughts and Prayers

    Don't know you or your friend, but every time I read or hear about a downed rider I feel a connection. This is absolutely horrible. I wish your friend all the best and a speedy recovery. +1 on everyone being careful. Very humbling indeed.
     
    G-MONEY, Sep 25, 2009
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    My thoughts and prayers go out to Ken and his family.

    Let us know if there is anything that can be done for him or family during his recovery period. Help around the house, food, whatever...
     
    ebenke, Sep 25, 2009
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  12. Marshall Willanholly

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    I'm really sorry to hear about this. Ken is a good rider and a great guy. Hope he can make a quick and full recovery.
     
    Marshall Willanholly, Sep 25, 2009
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    [-o-] Healing vibes, will pray for him and his family
     
    Vince, Sep 25, 2009
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    Prayed for Ken, Family, and care givers.
     
    chupacabra, Sep 25, 2009
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  15. SheDevil

    SheDevil I just ride my bike....

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    Best wishes to him and his family....very sad story to read. :(
     
    SheDevil, Sep 25, 2009
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    Man that sux. I hope he heals up soon.


    Ive gone OTB in that same spot. A few buddies have done the same, even taco'd a front wheel. Its not a good place to land.
     
    4xdave, Sep 25, 2009
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    Hope everything turns out OK. Terrible to hear stories like this.
     
    ODB, Sep 25, 2009
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    Healing vibes, Hope he pulls trough..
     
    panteratwork, Sep 25, 2009
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    head injuries are no joke. sorry to hear about your buddy. hope he turns out better than my sister. (recovery or death) living somewhere in the middle isn't good for anyone.
     
    whybother, Sep 25, 2009
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  20. ggwest

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    I will be praying for Ken. My teenage son had a brain injury and spent 10 days in ICU. The waiting and the unknown is very hard.
     
    ggwest, Sep 25, 2009
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