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Crashed last night on 196 in Grand Rapids. Going about 65 and this young girl cut across three lanes of rush hour traffic to late to do much more than brake and lay it down. Cars on all sides. Did not hit her or anything else. Bikes not good not sure how bad. Shattered my collier bone and fractured a rib. I see the surgeon Monday. Full face helmet , chaps,leather jacket with armoire all thrashed. They did there job. Sorry if this is poorly written one hand typing and much needed OxyContin. The cop said the girl was from out of town and was a mess. Could not drive home. She lives 90 min from GR. felt bad for her. She was not on the phone just lost and never saw me.
Hope the bike isn't to bad sure looked like crap in the middle of the e way I couldn't get up hurt like hell.
I was very lucky and I know it.
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« Reply #1 on: April 24, 2012, 08:37:45 AM » |
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Sorry to hear this but glad you are still with us, could have been allot worse!
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« Reply #3 on: April 24, 2012, 08:52:38 AM » |
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Sorry to hear this. Glad you had the brain bucket on could of been worse. Heal quickly!!!
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« Reply #4 on: April 24, 2012, 08:56:38 AM » |
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Glad to hear you survived, it could have been much worse. Most likely that fat gurl can be patched up and be looking good again. They are tough old broads and can take quite a bit and still recover.
Get well soon.
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« Reply #5 on: April 24, 2012, 08:57:16 AM » |
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hate these.....been there......not fun but Im glad you will be ok
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« Reply #6 on: April 24, 2012, 09:01:00 AM » |
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This is one where ATGATT was worth it.
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« Reply #7 on: April 24, 2012, 09:12:01 AM » |
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...Bummer...hate to hear it my friend...but glad yer relatively Okay....broke my collar bone once myself in a bike/car meeting....I remember those nights..finally getting in a semi comfortable position and fall a sleep...only to be suddenly awakened by sharp...shooting pain...cuz ya "shifted" in yer sleep..  ....not to mention that the season is just about to begin....if yer so inclined and able...get in your cage and cruise on up here to Grayling on Saturday, Memorial Day Weekend ...for our BBQ....lot of Michigan ..riders as well as out of state VRCC folks will be hanging out and feeding their faces...you,re welcome to come hang out...and we,ll make sure ya have a "comfortable chair" ..  ....heres our E Mail Addy if ya wanna get directions..  northernwolfpack@yahoo.com |
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« Reply #8 on: April 24, 2012, 09:35:31 AM » |
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Heal up Quick! I went down last year on 3/13, still limping but back in the saddle. Keep us posted on how you are and If you need any parts. Maybe we can help!!
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« Reply #9 on: April 24, 2012, 10:28:36 AM » |
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« Reply #10 on: April 24, 2012, 11:00:03 AM » |
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Sorry to hear this, this stuff happens way to often. I'll be praying your surgery goes well and that the bike isn't to bad hopefully you both will be in the wind before the end of this riding season. In the mean time take it easy and heal up.
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« Reply #11 on: April 24, 2012, 11:07:33 AM » |
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Coulda been a hell of a lot worse!
At least the girl stopped.
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Boxer rebellion, the Holy Child. They all pay their rent.
But none together can testify to the rhythm of a road well bent.
Saddles and zip codes, passports and gates, the Jones' keep.
In August the water is trickling, in April it's furious deep.
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« Reply #12 on: April 24, 2012, 11:16:11 AM » |
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Sorry to hear, that collar bone will keep you from riding, hopefully just long enough to get the repairs done. Glad it wasn't any worse, let us know about parts. Heal quickly. Timbr will take excellent care of you, if you're so inclined to make the trip...
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« Reply #13 on: April 24, 2012, 11:36:34 AM » |
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QUOTE from blackrams: "... Most likely that fat girl can be patched up and be looking good again. ..." ========================================== What fat girl... ??? That's a sore subject around here! WIFE: "Honey does these pants make my but look big?"  ME: "Well if you enjoy your 'nalgas' to drag the pavement, you've got the perfect clothing...." And that's how the fight started!...   Phil57; I hope you feel better soon. Meanwhile, any Valk Bling you want to sell?  RIDE WAY SAFER
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« Reply #14 on: April 24, 2012, 11:41:07 AM » |
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Maan, sorry to hear.
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« Reply #15 on: April 24, 2012, 11:56:35 AM » |
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Glad you were geared up!
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« Reply #16 on: April 24, 2012, 12:33:25 PM » |
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glad to hear you are going to make a full recovery phil.
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« Reply #17 on: April 24, 2012, 12:53:45 PM » |
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So thought who is this guy in Grand Rapids?? (I see you from MI not MN) Glad you are able to sit and type, better than laying in the hospital or worst!! Collar bone and ribs hurt like Heck !! ...... and you have enough compassion to say you felt bad for the girl..... as long as you made it through; +1 for ya.
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Phil57
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« Reply #18 on: April 24, 2012, 01:18:34 PM » |
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Thanks for all the kind words. The young lady called me today and we had a nice visit,some prayer she is still a wreck. I didn't know it but she held my back up until EMS got there.
I was trying to get up but couldn't make it and several smarter than me folks made sure
I didn't. It was interesting to hear from her and see how she felt. I assured her that we all have times in life when we make mistakes that could effect other people and most of the time we get away with it, sometimes not.
Thanks again going to try to take you up on the big burger Timber will wait to see.
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« Reply #19 on: April 24, 2012, 01:44:09 PM » |
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Hey Phil57.
Hope you heal up sooner than I did.
You made out OK if you went down at 65 mph.
Last time I went down was at walking speed and broke my collar bone and bruised a couple of ribs.
Thank the big guy that you survived as well as you did.
Oh by the way,....Valks can be repaired or modified while you are recuperating.
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« Reply #20 on: April 24, 2012, 01:52:50 PM » |
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QUOTE from blackrams: "... Most likely that fat girl can be patched up and be looking good again. ..." ========================================== What fat girl... ??? That's a sore subject around here! WIFE: "Honey does these pants make my but look big?" ME: "Well if you enjoy your 'nalgas' to drag the pavement, you've got the perfect clothing...." And that's how the fight started!... Phil57; I hope you feel better soon. Meanwhile, any Valk Bling you want to sell? RIDE WAY SAFER it's a PHAT girl, heal fast. I see this maunever over and over again. we share the road with idiots of every stripe |
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« Reply #21 on: April 24, 2012, 02:54:04 PM » |
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Good luck with the surgery, we'll keep our fingers crossed for you. That's pretty fast for a get off, glad your not hurt worse but I'll bet you're still finding injuries at this point.
Good on you for not being too hard on the girl. As you said, we all make mistakes. And when malice and drunkenness aren't involved we should try to remember that.
Keep us posted.
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« Reply #22 on: April 24, 2012, 04:21:50 PM » |
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Really sorry you had to (and will continue to) go through this, but in your misfortune, you were indeed very fortunate. Wishing you a rapid and complete recovery. And your Valkyrie, too!
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« Reply #23 on: April 24, 2012, 05:00:26 PM » |
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Phil, sorry to hear of your misfortune. Hope you heal up quick. If there is anything I can do to help you out, just let me know.
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« Reply #24 on: April 24, 2012, 06:31:11 PM » |
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Thanks Scott sure hope that new seat made it ok. Really was enjoying the ride the way it was set up. I'll hope to ride with the group this summer.
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« Reply #25 on: April 24, 2012, 07:00:10 PM » |
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Prayers up from the ozarks for a quick and full recovery for you and the young lady. Glad you and her are still both sucking Gods good air.
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« Reply #26 on: April 24, 2012, 07:19:57 PM » |
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Sorry to read of you went road surfing. But so very glad to read you were properly geared up and that the woman stopped to help you out.
God bless you both,
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« Reply #27 on: April 24, 2012, 07:23:23 PM » |
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Feel better soon.
Glad you had gear on....
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« Reply #28 on: April 24, 2012, 07:24:28 PM » |
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Sorry that you went down, but glad you are able to talk about it. Don't rush it on the recovery, the phat gurl will wait for ya. Let us know what parts you'll need to get her back on the road, I am sure there will be some help for her, but mind your p's and Q's and heal up first.
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« Reply #29 on: April 24, 2012, 07:33:01 PM » |
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Phil,
We're thankful you made it.
Hope your surgery goes well.
Take the needed time off to heal.
Prayers for a speedy recovery.
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« Reply #30 on: April 24, 2012, 07:58:33 PM » |
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Phil, Going down (on a M/C ) is never a good thing. But, you can now celebrate 4/23 as your second Birthday. Sounds like the Good Lord was looking out for you.  BTW, the way you talk about the girl who caused you to get of the Valk is a good example for anyone in your situation. Sounds like she may have learned a lesson. It sucks she had to "practice" on you.  Hope your pain is bearable, the Valk is salvageable, and that you both recover fully. |
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« Reply #31 on: April 24, 2012, 08:42:50 PM » |
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Prayers of healing and for the gift of life...............
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« Reply #32 on: April 24, 2012, 09:58:15 PM » |
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Been 'down' that road before...
Thoughts & Prayers for a speedy recovery.
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« Reply #33 on: April 24, 2012, 10:16:57 PM » |
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Been there with the broken colarbone from a crash on my Valk in rush hour traffic. You cant rush the healing so just do what your told and in a coupla' months both you and your bike will be back together and on the road. Prayers for your quick recovery.
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« Reply #34 on: April 25, 2012, 03:27:49 AM » |
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Sorry to hear about the accident, but thankful that it wasn't any worse. Prayers from Midland for a quick and complete recovery.
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« Reply #36 on: April 25, 2012, 06:05:48 AM » |
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Phil , sorry about your "DOWN TIME". That sucks. Heal fast and talk to your Dr. about pins in collar bone. I did not get pins in mine and had a hell of a time with it.  |
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« Reply #37 on: April 25, 2012, 06:52:42 AM » |
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Prayers from West Georgia for a speedy recovery.
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« Reply #38 on: April 25, 2012, 07:47:16 AM » |
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Sorry to hear about the accident, Prayers from Florida for both of you...
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« Reply #39 on: April 25, 2012, 01:48:19 PM » |
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Sorry to hear Phil. Glad you are still hear to share the story. Hopefully the surgery goes well and you can get back in the saddle soon. Now, about that ride, I don't have alot of spare stuff, but you are welcome to anything I may have, that ya need. Maybe put a list together and post it here. vrcc folks are the salt of the earth, I' m sure we can helpya out at least a little. take care.
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