It's Spring, bikes are out

[Downeaster]

and car drivers aren't up to speed with that yet - not that they ever are.

Passed an accident scene on the way to town this afternoon, plastic all over the road, bike in the ditch, Lifeflight helo inbound.

Word is that the biker broke both legs, not sure what he hit (or hit him). Also that they Lifeflighted two victims, not sure if other driver or passenger on the bike.

Bike didn't look too messed up.

Y'all be careful out there!

 

[Wordman]

 

[Downeaster]

Got some details. Appears to be rider's fault. Passed on double yellow curve, rear-ended a pickup that had just pulled out. Multiple injuries including spinal damage.

I'll refrain from commenting further.

 

[Wordman]

@gggGary I have to ask, why is the video funny?

 

[grouchie77]

and car drivers aren't up to speed with that yet - not that they ever are.

Passed an accident scene on the way to town this afternoon, plastic all over the road, bike in the ditch, Lifeflight helo inbound.

Word is that the biker broke both legs, not sure what he hit (or hit him). Also that they Lifeflighted two victims, not sure if other driver or passenger on the bike.

Bike didn't look too messed up.

Y'all be careful out there!

I'm curious if it was a "sporty" bike...

 

[Downeaster]

Appeared to be. Not a beast like a Hayabusa, but some sort of nekkid bike.

 

[grouchie77]

I coulda put money down on that. I've never seen a big dude on a big Harley passing in a double yellow. But around here I see guys with helmets on their "sporty" bike acting fools. Lanesplitting, weaving, pretending they're on the track.

 

[Wingedwheel]

I’ve certified hundreds of riders for licensing and I emphasis braking and keeping your head on a swivel more than any other skill. One example I use is if you’re riding next to a picket fence and you look over it’s a blur but if you look ahead you can count the each picket. That’s the difference in time for perception which can keep you from dying.

 

[gggGary]

@gggGary I have to ask, why is the video funny?

Actually was reacting to your tag line....
Let's face it, "momma don't take my memory stick away" just wouldn't have been the same.

As mentioned elsewhere. I nearly made it into the obituaries the other day. Sometimes cagers are diabolical.

 

[Wordman]

Actually was reacting to your tag line....
Let's face it, "momma don't take my memory stick away" just wouldn't have been the same.

As mentioned elsewhere. I nearly made it into the obituaries the other day. Sometimes cagers are diabolical.

I kinda figured that might be it. Thanks!