Originally Posted by
TrojanHorse
OK, glad you're able to log on and type, and thanks for answering the MOST important question - is your bike alright.
Originally Posted by
TrojanHorse
Let me phrase it for you this way: put an ad on craigs list for your bike (only crashed once, no damage) and tell me what you think you'll get for it. Carbon frames that have been crashed are worth zero. Also of note, if you have any damage later on that is potentially warranty-able, and they determine you crashed your frame, it's worth zero and you'll get no warranty.
Your bike is NOT alright. Assumptions are the mother of all * ups however.... Its carbon. You can't tell if the bike is alright or not so you have to assume the worst and it's done for. Take it to a bike shop and get them to check it and if they say it's fine get the bike from them and run away... very fast. You can't x-ray it to determine if it's cracked.
Originally Posted by
TrojanHorse
Let's assume the driver is at fault and that you're not going to go posting a ton of ameliorating details on any message board that her insurance company's lawyers can read
Absolutely this!
Don't speak to the drivers insurance company either. That's what lawyers do.
Originally Posted by
TrojanHorse
You're in for some sleepless nights and heaven help you if you develop a cough.
Rib injuries are the worst!
Originally Posted by
TrojanHorse
How long does the doc think he'll have you out of commission?
He's a dag gum young kid - they bounce back quick.