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russd · 05-15-2008, 09:44 AM

so sorry for everyone involved . we as riders need to make sure we don't make mistakes when riding. a hand slipping off the clutch and the bike jumping into traffic very bad things can happen . everyone keep your eyes up and and be safe

longboard5150 · 05-15-2008, 03:45 PM

I too mourn the loss of my fellow rider. He was also one of my best friends. I really appreciated your first posting. I was able to appreciate both sides of the accident better. Norm was a great guy and had been riding constantly the last 2 month's. He purchased the bike last October and rode as often as he could in the winter. He took the MSF course prior to purchase. He was always very conservative and cautious. He was always studying the physics of cornering, and finding the perfect lines in the twisties. I will truely miss my riding partner.

Danelzka · 05-15-2008, 10:18 PM

Is there anything the cyclist can do in this situation to better the odds for survival?

Rickster · 05-16-2008, 11:37 PM

Rest in peace brother.

'08-M50 Rider · 05-18-2008, 02:53 AM

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Originally Posted by longboard5150

I too mourn the loss of my fellow rider. He was also one of my best friends. I really appreciated your first posting. I was able to appreciate both sides of the accident better. Norm was a great guy and had been riding constantly the last 2 month's. He purchased the bike last October and rode as often as he could in the winter. He took the MSF course prior to purchase. He was always very conservative and cautious. He was always studying the physics of cornering, and finding the perfect lines in the twisties. I will truely miss my riding partner.

First of all I am truly so sorry for your loss.

Secondly, I'm glad you appreciated my original post. I removed many details out of respect for both families involved, but I can't tell you how glad I am that it was well received in your case. I can't imagine what it's like on your end of the situation and I commend you for speaking with such compassion and tact during an impossible and potentially volatile emotional situation. I know I am just some stranger, but please, please, sincerely, PM me if there is anything in the world I can do to help you or anyone else involved and I do mean anything. I live close enough by and there is no time of the day I am not available to perform any service I can to be useful in this time of mourning. If anyone needs meals brought to them or there is just some way to lighten the load, don't hesitate to let me know.

I was in a bad car wreck 3 years ago and It was indescribably helpful for a few people we barely knew to bring by cooked meals a few days a week so that it was one less concern. If this, or any other thing in the world would help in the slightest for the family or for your family, please believe it would be no inconvenience. That being said, I just hope that everyone involved can come back from such a devastating tragedy.

longboard5150 · 05-28-2008, 01:34 AM

Thanks my friend. We are doing fine with a large family in the area. Very much appreciated thoughts and offers.

Fishpart · 05-29-2008, 07:23 AM

Sorry for your lose! Prayers going out.

05-15-2008, 09:44 AM	#21 (permalink)
russd In Training Joined: Mar 2008 Bike: m50 Location: near pittsburgh,pa Posts: 113	so sorry for everyone involved . we as riders need to make sure we don't make mistakes when riding. a hand slipping off the clutch and the bike jumping into traffic very bad things can happen . everyone keep your eyes up and and be safe __________________ 2007 m50,debaged ,hellcat windshield,bags,carbon tank trim,hopnel tank bib,oem mini floor boards,debaffled exhaust with fibrosleeve, river road saddlebags

05-15-2008, 03:45 PM	#22 (permalink)
longboard5150 Newbie Joined: May 2008 Bike: 2005 BMW 1200ST Posts: 2	I too mourn I too mourn the loss of my fellow rider. He was also one of my best friends. I really appreciated your first posting. I was able to appreciate both sides of the accident better. Norm was a great guy and had been riding constantly the last 2 month's. He purchased the bike last October and rode as often as he could in the winter. He took the MSF course prior to purchase. He was always very conservative and cautious. He was always studying the physics of cornering, and finding the perfect lines in the twisties. I will truely miss my riding partner.

05-15-2008, 10:18 PM	#23 (permalink)
Danelzka Newbie Joined: Apr 2007 Bike: 06 Suzuki VL800/c cruiser Location: Vermont, Lake Champlain area Posts: 20	Is there anything the cyclist can do in this situation to better the odds for survival? __________________ Danelzka

05-16-2008, 11:37 PM	#24 (permalink)
Rickster Bridal Boutique Manager Joined: Oct 2005 Location: St Paul Mn Posts: 2,873	Rest in peace brother. __________________ Ever notice that the person telling you to calm down, is the same one that got you worked up in the first place. 2008 1250 Bandit ABS 2008 DR 650 2006 HD Road King 2005 DL1000 V Strom (sold) 2004 Twin Peaks 700 2003 KTM 525 EX/C (for sale) 2005 Santa Cruz Heckler

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05-28-2008, 01:34 AM	#26 (permalink)
longboard5150 Newbie Joined: May 2008 Bike: 2005 BMW 1200ST Posts: 2	Thanks my friend. We are doing fine with a large family in the area. Very much appreciated thoughts and offers.

05-29-2008, 07:23 AM	#27 (permalink)
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