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Old 08-23-12, 07:00 AM
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Originally Posted by Velo Vol
Where you with other riders? How did you get from the BRP pavement to the hospital?
I was riding with my best friend. So thank God for him being there.
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Old 08-23-12, 07:43 AM
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Being from Miami too, I've been pretty anxious to ride some mountains. But this is exactly one of my fears holding me back. I should probably read that power point if I ever do try it lol.

Get well soon!
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Sorry to hear,hope you get well soon.I knew a guy on a bent,
trike that did the same thing
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Old 08-23-12, 07:40 PM
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Well, that really sucks. Best wishes to you for a quick and complete recovery.
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all the best for a speedy recovery
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Gosh. Hate seeing things like this. Wish you a speedy recovery!
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Sorry to hear. Go here for some more help.

Ribs and clavicle are, as busted stuff goes, less worrying over the long haul.

There's your ray of sunshine.
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Originally Posted by cvall91
I've been pretty anxious to ride some mountains. But this is exactly one of my fears holding me back. I should probably read that power point if I ever do try it lol.
There's always the risk that something can unexpectedly go wrong, like the OP experienced (gravel, something darting into the road, etc.). But generally, if you take it easy going around curves, you're not likely to crash.
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Ouch! That really bites. Hope you heal quickly and fully and get back to riding soon. Maybe the bike can be repaired.
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