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a buddy is hanging on updated.

Posted on 7/7/14 at 7:59 pm
Posted by Gorilla Ball
Member since Feb 2006
11642 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 7:59 pm
Sometime last night a great guy was riding his Harley and a vehicle didn't see him and pulled out in front of him. He's hanging on for dear life. I don't want to post to many particulars out of respect for his friends/family. I love motorcycles but as been stated numerous times its not the bike its the other cars that you have to worry about. I'm just sick for all involved
This post was edited on 7/11/14 at 11:19 am
Posted by BRgetthenet
Member since Oct 2011
117677 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:02 pm to
I lost a friend on river road a few years back.
Prayers for your bud.

Rip Jimbo aka Pops
This post was edited on 7/7/14 at 8:03 pm
Posted by Martini
Near Athens
Member since Mar 2005
48829 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:02 pm to
I'm sorry for your friend and I will say a prayer.

I love bikes and rode for many years and while I know other cars are a concern and I was a very careful rider from the time I was 7, I know many riders who have no business riding bikes.
Posted by kywildcatfanone
Wildcat Country!
Member since Oct 2012
118873 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:03 pm to
That's a shame, and I hope for the best for him, and will say a prayer for him.

I used to ride cycles when I was younger, but not anymore. Too many distracted drivers on the road.
Posted by Ponchy Tiger
Ponchatoula
Member since Aug 2004
45066 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:03 pm to
quote:

I love motorcycles but as been stated numerous times its not the bike its the other cars that you have to worry about.


That's not always the case. I will give you that Harley riders are normally safe and don't get stupid. Can't really say that about guys on crotch rocket rice burners.

My brother rides a sportster and is always safe and careful but I am dreading getting a call that he was in a accident.

prayers to your buddy.
This post was edited on 7/7/14 at 8:05 pm
Posted by Spankum
Miss-sippi
Member since Jan 2007
55970 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:04 pm to
I have had a few good friends very badly injured over the last decade due to motorcycle accidents...thank goodness I have never been interested in them...

prayers for your buddy tonight...
Posted by TexasTiger01
Lake Houston
Member since Nov 2013
3215 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:05 pm to
I got the news this morning, it's my uncle. Terrible situation.... Thanks for the kind words....
This post was edited on 7/7/14 at 8:08 pm
Posted by LSUSoulja08
Member since Oct 2007
16969 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:05 pm to
prayers for your friend
Posted by Gorilla Ball
Member since Feb 2006
11642 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:08 pm to
quote:

Too many distracted drivers on the road.


amen - in my travels across the state I'm amazed at how many drivers on i49 or i10 for example still texting.
Posted by KG6
Member since Aug 2009
10920 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:10 pm to
Non-serious accidents in a car are life threatening on a bike. Known several people killed and just heard of someone I know being in ICU for a while. Other vehicles and small mistakes make riding not worth it to me. I will never get on one again and neither will anyone in my immediate family. Very sad, hope everything turns out for the best.
Posted by Gorilla Ball
Member since Feb 2006
11642 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:11 pm to
quote:

I got the news this morning, it's my uncle. Terrible situation.... Thanks for the kind words....


I fell so bad for his wonderful kids - I'm gonna miss my tailgating buddy. What a great guy. I really wish I could be more optimistic.
Posted by Rouge
Floston Paradise
Member since Oct 2004
136793 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:12 pm to
frick A MOTORCYCLE
Posted by 4LSU2
Member since Dec 2009
37316 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:12 pm to
My dad's best friend died on a Harley in front of his wife and children 14 years ago from someone pulling out in front of him. The family was driving behind him when the accident occurred.

Sorry to hear of your friend. Prayers sent to all involved.

I was cruising on I-49 yesterday at 82mph and a crotch rocket passed me like I was sitting still weaving in and out of traffic. I was certain I was going to come up on his dumb arse dead before the trip was over, but he survived I-49 at least.
Posted by TexasTiger01
Lake Houston
Member since Nov 2013
3215 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:14 pm to
I know the feeling, he has a beautiful family. I feel terrible for them right now. We're praying for a miracle, but things don't look good.
Posted by SuperSaint
Sorting Out OT BS Since '2007'
Member since Sep 2007
140462 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:15 pm to
Any RIP Darth jokes yet
Posted by Gorilla Ball
Member since Feb 2006
11642 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:15 pm to
nm
This post was edited on 7/7/14 at 8:17 pm
Posted by Gorilla Ball
Member since Feb 2006
11642 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:16 pm to
quote:

I know the feeling, he has a beautiful family. I feel terrible for them right now. We're praying for a miracle, but things don't look good.


I understand...
Posted by lsuwontonwrap
Member since Aug 2012
34147 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:17 pm to
Prayers sent. A friend of mine lost a leg while riding due to a driver who wasn't paying attention.
Posted by PBnJ
in your lunchbox
Member since Aug 2009
2642 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:22 pm to
Just curious... was your friend wearing a helmet? How fast was he going?
Posted by bencoleman
RIP 7/19
Member since Feb 2009
37887 posts
Posted on 7/7/14 at 8:23 pm to
I am so sorry, I am pulling for your friend. Prayers.
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