Another rider to the other side

[FJamR]

Found out my brother-in-law died yesterday in a motorcycle accident. LINK

Has people pretty shook up around here. He has two young children, who I feel for. Now my wife is freaking because I ride everyday whether it's on asphalt or dirt. Kind of has me re-evaluating the style in which I enjoy riding in. Guess I can say, at least he died doing something he loved.

Tried posting this in another area, but did not have permission.

 

[twowheelnut]

Sorry for your loss. Your re-evaluating is a good thing. Keeps us on our toes.

 

[Kevin Daly]

sorry to hear about that, especially because of the kids. I sure hope this is a reminder for you all to have a will and life insurance.

-be safe

 

[Randy]

So sorry for your loss, bro. Stay strong. Only your heart can tell what is right to do or not to do.

 

[madpage]

My condolences to your family.

IMO, we all should learn to ride a little safer every time we ride.

 

[Ignacio]

That blows and hits close to home. I rode that exact area in a rally in 2007. Beautiful area.

 

[FJRBluesman]

Sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers go out to you and your family.

One thing I dread reading are articles in the paper of motorcyclists that died in an accident.

 

[Silver Penguin]

My condolences to you, and your family. For sure, he died doing something he loved because that road is beautiful on any bike. I know it well.

I agree that constant re-evaluation is a good thing. How much risk do I want to take today? What is it worth to me? If we ever stop thinking that way, it's time to get off the bike for good. You may remember (or not) that my DH was very seriously hurt in a motorcycle accident, almost two years ago. Many people thought that he, and I, should give up riding. We made a deeply thought out choice NOT to give up a pastime that brings us a lot of pleasure. At the same time, we both renewed our efforts to minimize the risks that we can control.

Jill

 

[Bearly Flying]

My condolences to you and your Family.

 

[weekend rider]

My condolances . The writer of that story sure did not say much about the accident.

He was so young to leave, life was just beginning for him and family...

 

[Mooseonagoose]

Sorry to hear of your loss, ...my thoughts & prayers to all those who were close to your brother in law!

 

[wheatonFJR]

So sad....

...sorry for your loss.

If it is in your soul to ride...like it is in mine...there is no choice to stop. Just time to reflect and evaluate.

 

[NoCage]

Very sorry to hear this FJamR. I guess if we gave in to the reality of risk and stopped riding, that would also be a form of death. Prayers from here.

 

[kaitsdad]

My condolences, FJamR.

In my prayers.

 

[Taff]

Found out my brother-in-law died yesterday in a motorcycle accident. LINKHas people pretty shook up around here. He has two young children, who I feel for. Now my wife is freaking because I ride everyday whether it's on asphalt or dirt. Kind of has me re-evaluating the style in which I enjoy riding in. Guess I can say, at least he died doing something he loved.

Tried posting this in another area, but did not have permission.

Really sad news, hits home real hard when kids are that young.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

 

[dcarver]

So very sorry. Wish I had better words.

My prayers to you and the family.

 

[Wolfhound]

Godspeed & Prayers to your Family. . .

 

[ShinyPartsUp]

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. We have all had the experience of having to reflect on what riding means to us and whether it is worth it. Some of us even have taken breaks in riding until our heads are on straight -- take the time you need. But in the end the loss has to be heavy for you and your family, and I am very sorry you have to endure this. Prayers sent.

 

[Wicked Webby]

FJamR,

Very sorry to hear about your Brother in law. Too sad and Too soon.

Thoughts and prayers,

WW