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[JCZ]

No more surgery!  Man, after seven in a row, I was glad to get that news!  In two weeks (from this Monday) I can start putting up to 30 lbs. of weight on my leg and will be able to start using crutches.  Getting out of this wheelchair is the second best news that I've gotten......you guys don't know what saddl sore or tired butt is, till you've spent a couple months in a wheelchair. lol  

As you guys can guess, I'm pretty excited.  I can finally see light at the end of the tunnel.  I still have months and months of phisical therapy and I don't think it will be a cake walk, but I am damn sure motivated.

[mr_magoo]

Good to hear JC.  [smiley=thumbsup.gif]

[Loose_Goose]

Best of luck to you JCZ in your physical therapy.  Hope everything works out for you and your family.

[JCZ]

Reply #36 on page 3 of this thread is a post where I tried to tell exactly what happened.......not necessarily to relive it but so that others may learn from my accident........ [smiley=nixweiss.gif]

[Fired00d]

Reply #36 on page 3 of this thread is a post where I tried to tell exactly what happened.......not necessarily to relive it but so that others may learn from my accident........ [smiley=nixweiss.gif]

Thanks JC for referring us back to that post. Sharing what happened to you can be valuable lessons for others. I have been in similar situations behind a slow vehicle and have popped out to pass then get back in front, but after reading this I'm going to make sure that I have more then enough room to get back over. Make sure that I can see ahead of the vehicle in the other lane (to see if there would be any reason for them to suddenly stop or slow down). Not to say that you didn't do any of these things, but it's things that come to mind right away that I can be more conscious of.

One good thing that I've noticed that came out of that post and what has become reality. You still riding Bro, glad you decided to keep the scooter. [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]

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Ride Safe,
Fired00d
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[DCFIREMANN]

One good thing that I've noticed that came out of that post and what has become reality. You still riding Bro, glad you decided to keep the scooter. [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]

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Ride Safe,
Fired00d
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JC glad to see you didn't give up. I know how hard it is once it is in your blood. Also thanks for sharing your bad experience with us.

Before July 22nd I would hear people say " I hit a deer with my bike". My first thought was always HOW IN THE F%@K DID YOU DO THAT?? I guess I now know.

Be Safe

THE DAWG

[JCZ]

My first thought was always HOW IN THE F%@K DID YOU DO THAT??

Be Safe

THE DAWG

So what's the answer? [smiley=nixweiss.gif]

Just funnin with you Dawg.......you know I'm not questioning that with my experience at 25 or 30 MPH.......thought I could walk off something going that slow....two months in the hospital, ten surgeries, full year of therapy, etc.  I didn't know that one of San Francisco's finest homless was coming off the curb from across the street directly in front of the box van that was in front of me........I couldn't see that from my position on his right rear as I was trying to squeeze back in, when he slammed on his brakes.  Lesson learned.......I always try to allow my self more then enough distance between me and the guy in front.  Could it happen again? [smiley=nixweiss.gif]  It could, but I'm trying to increase the odds to my favor.

[MJZ]

JC, I was just catching up on my reading when I stumbled on this thread. Didn't know about your misfortune but am very glad your well on the recovery road. God bless and you know if you need anything, all you got to do is ask Bro.

MJZ

[Garznhogs]

So what's the answer? [smiley=nixweiss.gif]

Just funnin with you Dawg.......you know I'm not questioning that with my experience at 25 or 30 MPH.......thought I could walk off something going that slow....two months in the hospital, ten surgeries, full year of therapy, etc.  I didn't know that one of San Francisco's finest homless was coming off the curb from across the street directly in front of the box van that was in front of me........I couldn't see that from my position on his right rear as I was trying to squeeze back in, when he slammed on his brakes.  Lesson learned.......I always try to allow my self more then enough distance between me and the guy in front.  Could it happen again? [smiley=nixweiss.gif]  It could, but I'm trying to increase the odds to my favor.

JC, I'm glad you came through that episode OK... it was painful to read.
It gave me something to think about, and, condensed, a subject for our safety officer to read at the next meeting (no names, of course).
So, maybe this topic is worthwhile after all.  [smiley=nixweiss.gif]

Garz

[JCZ]

JC, I'm glad you came through that episode OK... it was painful to read.
It gave me something to think about, and, condensed, a subject for our safety officer to read at the next meeting (no names, of course).
So, maybe this topic is worthwhile after all.

[amigo Jorge]

JCZ...wishing you the best and quick recovery.....Thanks to God you are able to tell us what happened......

My Best Regards,

Jorge

PS I respect your decision but remember when is the time to go from this world, we could be walking or sleeping or driving a cage or seated or eating or f%^$#@&!! Nobody knows only HIM!!!

[SPIDERMAN]

You can use my name.......the police aren't looking for me anymore. [smiley=nixweiss.gif]

[sadunbar]

Hi JC,

  I have only been aware of this board for just over a week.  I was googling to try find a picture of the 07 SEUG I had just ordered and found this site.  You were the first to "write back" to me when I had a question  Just today, I ran across the story of your accident.  I feel for you.  Two years ago, I hit a deer at 80 mph on the way home from Sturgis - and was incredibly lucky - I only had relatively minor injuries (very minor in compared to you).  Had I landed in the highway instead of the grassy median, I suspect the outcome would have been different.  In all my years of riding, I had never even scared myself on a bike.  I always thought my day would come.  I just didn't know it would be so spectacular.  I always have considered myself a very cautious and safe rider, especially now that I am in my late 40's - and yet I hit this #%# deer.  I don't know why, but I never considered not riding again.  It just seemed like such a fluke accident.  I still ride more careful then ever - but I also wonder about the odds catching up again.  I have gone to Sturgis for 15 years.  Each year, it seems like there are more and more riders that lack experience and good riding habits.  It seems as though to many people are buying bikes and making the trip to Sturgis before they are ready to.  I always caution people considering going for the first time that they will encounter more traffic and more idiots in this week then they can imagine.  The goal of our group each day is to go in the opposite direction of the majority of riders.  Unless it is a pretty special event - we go the other way.  To all who are leaving for this year's rally, have fun and be safe...

Scott

[amigo Jorge]

Hi JC,

 

[Garznhogs]

You can use my name.......the police aren't looking for me anymore. [smiley=nixweiss.gif]   Just funnin with you.

Hey, a personal experience that I hope others can learn from......that's the whole purpose.....just to [highlight]get the "thinkin juices" flowing[/highlight] when you guys are out there riding.  I recently read an article about how many accidents there were in Sturgis last year, due to riding too close to the center line and tangling handlebars.........you think I won't be thinking about that as I'm in Sturgis next week?   My plan is to come home the same way I'm getting there.....on my bike! [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]

JC and all Sturgis-bound riders, I too, wish you a fun, safe ride.  I'd like to ride the area, but don't care for the crowds. We quit going to Bike Week and Biketoberfest because of the crowds on the roads.  The venue is fun, tho!  [smiley=drink.gif] [smiley=banana.gif]  [smiley=drink.gif] [smiley=jalapeno.gif]  [smiley=2vrolijk_09.gif] [smiley=sleeping.gif]

Garz