This man died doing what I'm sure he loved and for a good cause. For him, it was not a bad way to exit, tho a bit early. For his family, with no time to get prepared, not so good. And for the driver of the truck, something that will haunt him the rest of his life no doubt.

I owe it to myself, my family, fellow cyclist, and motorist to wear a helmet, be highly visible, obey all traffic laws, be aware, and exercise common sense. To not create a situation that will endanger myself or the driving public. Then, if I get run over, well, it was just my time.