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QOTFU
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« on: May 09, 2009, 06:07:40 AM »
At least the military is approaching the problem is a sensible way -- training -- not banning.



http://www.usatoday.com/news/military/2009-05-06-soldierriders_N.htm?csp=34
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Dodis
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« Reply #1 on: May 09, 2009, 11:10:58 AM »
I fully agree!

Had a friend from work that got a triple whammy. He had a stroke, so no more riding for him, then less than a year later, his son in the Navy died on his sport bike, 10 days after he bought it (had not even got his license yet, his own fault). Then 8 months later lost my friend to cancer on top of that.

Mike
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Big IV
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« Reply #2 on: May 09, 2009, 01:05:06 PM »
It has been that way for a while. Most military bases have MSF courses nearby to help.
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« Reply #3 on: May 09, 2009, 02:34:55 PM »
Maris,  I'll send this on the my son in Oceanside.  I'm sure he'll glance over it, maybe.......   Roll Eyes
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QOTFU
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« Reply #4 on: May 09, 2009, 02:48:55 PM »
Our son-in-law mentioned this to us a few months ago. I'm glad USA Today printed it.
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« Reply #5 on: May 09, 2009, 06:45:00 PM »
My nephew, who is in the Air Force, wrecked his Hyabusa @ 140mph while stateside.  He ended up fine, but his hip was permanently damaged.  That knocked him out of special ops which he had been training for. 

He is currently back in Afghanistan serving his country - pulling "normal" duty...less pay...less adrenalin... Sad
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QOTFU
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« Reply #6 on: May 10, 2009, 10:04:33 AM »
WOW!.... he must have a fast flying angel! I hope he stays safe while serving and MANY THANKS to him for his service!
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