madmike2
Shtirrenuppenmeister
Hi Everybody, I am Sabrina- Mad Mike's Daughter. I am typing as he dictates. He has things he wants to share (shocking) and is still in pain, here we are!
First- Thank you to everyone for their care, concern and responses. I really appreciate everything that I have read from this community and it has been very encouraging.
You really do meet the best people on an FJR!
Second- My deepest and greatest thanks to Exskibum and Bluestreek for their care at the scene and at the hospital. I also would like to thank Orangevale FJR/Joyful Girl, Rogdebs, Rickinsac and Karen, the Highlanders and the Skyways. Andrew- I can't thank you enough for your unswerving friendship and support and for all you have done to trailer my bike and ensure all of my belongings were salvaged. For the rest of the NorCal riders- your offers of help are appreciated and will be gratefully received. You guys are the best! TWN and Galaxy Blue- you're visit on Tuesday means more to me than I will ever be able to express. Others who called the hospital and spoke with me (the frist 3 days are still a blur), your encouragement has truly helped me as I begin the healing process.
Third- ATGATT!!! It saved my life. There is a 3 inch depression about 3 inches above the visor of my Shoei helmet. A helmet of lesser quality would surely have given me a skull fracture rather than a bruise on my brain.
The Cycle Port Gear with armor saved my body from terrible consequences. I have many body bruises but no road rash.
Fourth- My Injuries-
Small brain bruise that is fading everyday.
Cracked spurs on C-7 and C-4 (I am in a neck brace for approximately 3 weeks).
Two cracks in right scapula (shoulder blade).
Four or Five broken ribs on the right side.
** I am on the mend and am making progress everyday.
Your continued thoughts and prayers are appreciated.
Fifth- Reasons for the crash- IT WAS MY FAULT!
It was my first dual sport ride in the dirt. While we were riding in the dirt I was wearing a scarf over my face, my camel back as in the side case. It was hot and dusty, when we got to I-80, I should have stopped and put on my camel back to rehydrate. I decided to push on. So, after meeting @ 0800 then riding from 0900-1400, I was hot, hungry, tired and thirsty and stupidly pressed myself to keep going. I had clearly over extended myself. So one bad decision lead to a second which lead to a third and the end result was catastrophic and painful. I have hurt my families hearts and let down the FJR community that I love so much.
Please use the above as insight & wisdom and apply it to your riding. Ride your own ride and remember to ride safely within your own limits.
Sixth-I am hooooooome! But I have limited access to the computer. I will not be available to answer emails or PMS. If you need to get ahold of me the NorCal locals have my phone number and can call me to relay messages: Rogdeb, OrangevaleFJR, Ric-in-Sac, Bluestreek, etc.
From US- his blood family- You are also his family and we are extremely grateful to all of you who care so much for him. Thank for all that you have done and continue to do.
First- Thank you to everyone for their care, concern and responses. I really appreciate everything that I have read from this community and it has been very encouraging.
You really do meet the best people on an FJR!
Second- My deepest and greatest thanks to Exskibum and Bluestreek for their care at the scene and at the hospital. I also would like to thank Orangevale FJR/Joyful Girl, Rogdebs, Rickinsac and Karen, the Highlanders and the Skyways. Andrew- I can't thank you enough for your unswerving friendship and support and for all you have done to trailer my bike and ensure all of my belongings were salvaged. For the rest of the NorCal riders- your offers of help are appreciated and will be gratefully received. You guys are the best! TWN and Galaxy Blue- you're visit on Tuesday means more to me than I will ever be able to express. Others who called the hospital and spoke with me (the frist 3 days are still a blur), your encouragement has truly helped me as I begin the healing process.
Third- ATGATT!!! It saved my life. There is a 3 inch depression about 3 inches above the visor of my Shoei helmet. A helmet of lesser quality would surely have given me a skull fracture rather than a bruise on my brain.
The Cycle Port Gear with armor saved my body from terrible consequences. I have many body bruises but no road rash.
Fourth- My Injuries-
Small brain bruise that is fading everyday.
Cracked spurs on C-7 and C-4 (I am in a neck brace for approximately 3 weeks).
Two cracks in right scapula (shoulder blade).
Four or Five broken ribs on the right side.
** I am on the mend and am making progress everyday.
Your continued thoughts and prayers are appreciated.
Fifth- Reasons for the crash- IT WAS MY FAULT!
It was my first dual sport ride in the dirt. While we were riding in the dirt I was wearing a scarf over my face, my camel back as in the side case. It was hot and dusty, when we got to I-80, I should have stopped and put on my camel back to rehydrate. I decided to push on. So, after meeting @ 0800 then riding from 0900-1400, I was hot, hungry, tired and thirsty and stupidly pressed myself to keep going. I had clearly over extended myself. So one bad decision lead to a second which lead to a third and the end result was catastrophic and painful. I have hurt my families hearts and let down the FJR community that I love so much.
Please use the above as insight & wisdom and apply it to your riding. Ride your own ride and remember to ride safely within your own limits.
Sixth-I am hooooooome! But I have limited access to the computer. I will not be available to answer emails or PMS. If you need to get ahold of me the NorCal locals have my phone number and can call me to relay messages: Rogdeb, OrangevaleFJR, Ric-in-Sac, Bluestreek, etc.
From US- his blood family- You are also his family and we are extremely grateful to all of you who care so much for him. Thank for all that you have done and continue to do.
