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Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Lake Geneva, WI
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Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
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A CCC rider was hit by a car last night.
Near the end of the Monday night Chicago Cycling Club group ride, a rider was hit by a car that made a left turn as the rider went straight through the intersection.
The rider was the next rider in front of me, but about 100 yards ahead. Several riders had gone off the front with the aid of a tail wind and slope. The rider was doing 25 mph plus as the bike hit the fender of the car. The rider continued across the hood of the car and fell in the street. He was unconscious while we waited for the ambulance. I had to leave at that point.
My prayers are with our friend.
Michael
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