RIBBONE UPDATE

[SGT MacGyver]

I just got off the phone with Rick. He is home but very sore. He was riding on the childrens charity ride that left seatle 1ooo bikes strong. They were on I90 in the tunnel when someone started to cut him off thats when his front tire came from under him while brakeing. He thinks the bike will be a total. I'll talk with him tomorrow as he has visitors right now.

Matt G

[Ed1947]

Rick, very sorry to hear that you went down... Please get ahold of me if there is anything I can help you with? Ed1947

[Rrroberts]

Hello Rick, sorry to hear the news...I hope you have a speedy recovery...if you need ANYTHING let us know...

We both wish you well!

Russ & Leslie

[vtox]

I hope you heal up quick Rick.

I just went through the Mercer Island tunnels on I-90 yesterday on the way to Alki and the guy I was riding with told me that when we went through he was not able to see anything inside because his sunglasses didn't transition and it just got too dark. It was dark for me too but not as bad I guess.

If your bike turns out not to be totalled and I have any spare parts you can use they're yours for the taking.

[sTeVo]

Good talking to you today buddy, glad you're doing alright. Keep us posted, and once again, if I can help out at all give me a buzz. sTeVo

please pass my mojo on to him! i hope heals quickly. this sucks.

[PiNkPaNtHeR]

You can add my mojo, too - whatever that is. Please keep us posted and let us know if we can do anything. I'd like to pop in after work one day this week if possible. Tuesday I have to be out in Port Angeles first thing in the morning, but will have the afternoon free. Would be cool to stop in and see you.

[NDAna]

So sorry Rick. Hollar if you need any help- Am off most mornings nest week. PM or email.
Heal fast bro.

[Dickf123]

Sorry to hear that, a speedy recovery for you!

:roll: im not religious so sending "mojo" pretty much covers what i do/think....

[Jon's1800VTXC]

Heel quick bud. Let me know if I can help with anything

Jon

[shuterbg]

OH MY GOSH, sorry to hear about the accident. Hope you heal up quick.

[tubbythetuba]

I'm glad you're ok......I hate tunnels, too........ People ride too close in these group things..... :cry:

[oblongfungus]

Was at the Childrens ride and saw the pile up. I hadn't met Rick yet, but saw it was an X.

I hate to say it, but this was the most dis-organized big rally I have been on. There were more bikes cutting in and out of lanes, and the police who were supposed to be stopping traffic were non-existant past the tunnel.

Sorry this happened Rick. Good luck with a speedy recovery and that Mojo thing.

[Rib-Bone]

Thanks everyone,it was just a unfortate thing, we were crusin about 45 miles per hour and just made it thru the second tunnel and I noticed that everybody was slowing down and was appyling the brakes and then this other bike came over to my lane and i had to apply more brake and then the next thing i was rolling down the freeway, i must of locked up the front tire, then my bike slid into the other bike and knocked a man and woman off there bike, big bummer, i have a lot of road rash and a hairline fracture of the shoulder blade, ihave not got to check out the bike yet real good, my neighbor buddy and i will pick it up in the morning, and get the insurance guy over to give me a idea, what has to be done, i am to fat and old for this, but will get her back on the road as soon as possible,cant believe i am up at this time of night typing with one finger eating pain pills,anyway everybody please ride safe and will keep ya all updated, thanks Matt for the offer and i will be getting a hold of ya ........... :oops: :oops: :oops: at least i had full coverage insurance and towing and 4000 $ worth of accesories which is not enough but better than none, i will post a pic of the helmet one of these days, it served its purpose on this :mcrider: :mcrider: one :mcrider: :mcrider:

[senor-mouse]

So sorry to hear! Even though I'm kinda new and kinda quiet around here I take it personally when one of our own has a misfortune like Ribbone's. I'm available to help in any way you wish. Errands, transportation, moral support, etc.
Best wishes.
Mike aka Senor Mouse

[psuedohippy]

Man that sucks, I hope you get better quick. And make sure to let us all know if you need anything.

[The Mongoose]

Damn dude sorry to hear this. Wish you the best of luck in your recovery.

[shadowjack]

Rick,
James and I will be keeping your healing in our prayers, we are so glad you made it through this ordeal in one piece! God bless, Jack.

[Irish Red]

Rick,

I'm sorry about your accident. I hope you're going to be okay. Give me a call if you need anything.

Jim

[lonewolff]

I'm sorry to hear of the accident. It's bad enough when you hear of this happening to any rider out there. It's far worse when you know the person and they are one of the group. I know a lot of people have asked if you need anything and I do the same. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you to help out.

Take care and get better soon.

Lonewolff

[kjelders]

Sorry to hear you went down. Prayers for a speedy recovery sent.

[redhook57]

Rick, I don't know what to say. That completely sucks. Here is to a speedy recovery :beer3: and if there is anything we can do to help give me a shout. See ya soon.

[ski-bum]

Hey Ric - real sorry to hear about the mishap - very glad it wasn't more serious. Like everyone else, let me know if you need anything. We wish you a speedy recovery and hope to get you back on two (or is it 4 with the trailer) wheels soon. :)

Should we set up a food delivery service for you - don't want you to fade away to a shadow while you're rebuilding the bike. :chef2: :D

Lain

[HIPPY_MAILMAN]

hope your recovery is a speedy one.good to see you in spirit to type with the one finger.
I may be new here but it is great to see your post, with an idea of your condition,and what happened
thank you and heal fast

Keith

[Ed1947]

Rick, glad to hear it wasn't any worse!!! That is bad enough though! If I can help you guys haul the bike anywhere let me Know? I'll try to get the morning off? Been fishing but that can wait! Recover soon and try to errase the bad thoughts! Just a freak anomaly!!! Rest up then get better! Ed&Leslie :(

[NDAna]

Rick, glad to hear it wasn't any worse!!! That is bad enough though! If I can help you guys haul the bike anywhere let me Know? I'll try to get the morning off? Been fishing but that can wait! Recover soon and try to errase the bad thoughts! Just a freak anomaly!!! Rest up then get better! Ed&Leslie :(

Well just in case RibBone doesn't need our help, I could join you for fishing! :lol:

[SGT MacGyver]

I'm not sure if it should be Ribbone or (COLLER BONE) now :roll: . In any case I'm a fan and wish you the best. I'll talk with ya tonight.
Matt G

[bobonaboat]

Aw Rick! I'm so sorry to hear about this. At the same time I'm glad you're not seriously injured.

Hope you heal fast, and the bike is not too badly damaged.

[perigard]

Rick
Sorry to hear about the accident. We will of course keep your recovery in our prayers.

take care

John & Julie Perigard

[budley3]

Get well and back up on 2 wheels soon, :blkc:

[BIg Ron]

Rib sorry to hear ya went down! May God grants you a speedy recovery.Do you need to know the name of a few nurses up there,Jackie say`s she Knows a few in NB. :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: Take care my friend

[Old Fart]

Sorry to hear aoutyour accident, Rick. Considering what happened, you're very fortunate to still be walking and we're all very glad that that you weren't seriously hurt. That bike can be replaced, but you can't

Wishing you a speedy recovery and getting back up on 2 wheels..........

Rob

[WSUVTX]

Wow. Sorry to hear about your accident Ric. I have been gone since the 21st, and have not really paid to close of attention to the board. I hope you are feeling better. Best wishes on a speedy recovery. See you soon.

[ROD-O]

Hey Rick ..My Ole Brother I'm sorry to hear you went down and I'm really glad to hear that your OK thats the most important thing..Your scooter can be fixed or :shock: ...well :? ...FIXED..and for you need to Heal up quick. Take-Care

:beer2:
ROD-O

[urbanx]

Sorry to here about your misfortune, get well soon and best of luck with the bike. Let us know if you need parts we all have some things laying around.God Bless Rick

[ShortShifter]

Hey RibBone I'm sorry I just read the post of your accident. Kathy and I wish you a speedy recovery. We will both keep you in our thoughts. If there is anything we can do to help let us know. Get well soon. Hope others faired ok.

Get well soon,
Rowland & Kathy

[bpwilly]

I am glad to hear thae RIBBONE is OK considering the ride and the difficulty of seeing in those tunnels. I saw that the bike was a VTX, but did not see much beyound that as I was trying my best to play it safe with my wife on the back.

I was one of the folks helping sign folks up for this ride, so I ended up at the back of the pack. Police escort was lacking from the tunnels on. Once we got on 405 and 167, we seemed to break up into small packs and tried to stay together as best as we could. I think they will be rethinking the ride route next year. (if they do the same venue, maybe I90 to 18 and then back to Auburn?) The sound of all those bikes starting up and leaving Seattle and going through the tunnels was really something. I needed a automatic camera!!

[eagle1953]

Sorry to hear about your accident Ric. Hope you're back on the scoot soon. The big rides scare me these days. Used to love em. :(

Did the guy that cut you off stop?

[phattie902]

Hey Rick -

I hope that you heal quickly. It's definitely not fun to feel the road underneath you after being on the bike a second before. I can only imagine what it's like when you're the driver. I'm glad that you're (relatively) okay. You'll be feeling this for a long time. Hopefully we'll see you out and about a lot sooner, rather than later.

Rachel

[BlueFalcon]

Hey, Rick! Glad you are still with us, my friend! I hope your body and mind heal allright and you get back on the road with us soon. Sorry to hear about the accident. Kim and I are thinking about ya. Take good care and keep us posted on your recovery.

Brian

[Jon's1800VTXC]

I spoke with Rick tonight and the initial damage estimate is almost $7000. The bike is going to Matt's for further checking. BTW, Rick said he's a little sore :shock: :lol: , but still planning on Mardon. He said something about paying for bbq and didn't want to miss out even if he has to cage it over :lol:

[sTeVo]

I spoke with Rick tonight and the initial damage estimate is almost $7000. The bike is going to Matt's for further checking. BTW, Rick said he's a little sore :shock: :lol: , but still planning on Mardon. He said something about paying for bbq and didn't want to miss out even if he has to cage it over :lol:

That's our boy :chef2: :beer3:

[PiNkPaNtHeR]

I spoke with Rick tonight and the initial damage estimate is almost $7000. The bike is going to Matt's for further checking. BTW, Rick said he's a little sore :shock: :lol: , but still planning on Mardon. He said something about paying for bbq and didn't want to miss out even if he has to cage it over :lol:

If he's not too embarassed to ride a little 1100, I have a Shadow he can use if his shoulder is up to it. I dunno about any trailering or a trailer hitch. Maybe someone can haul the stuff that would normally be in the trailer. At least he could get some seat time in. Just let me know.

[Irish Red]

Rick,

I can haul your stuff since I'm driving the pickup over with the bike in back and travel trailer behind. Let me know. Hell, we can even through you in the back end with the dogs if you're desparate :lol: If you're still too sore to ride/sleep on the ground, we can probably even workout a deal for an extra bed in an air conditioned trailer (might cost you some ribs...mmmm...I do loves them ribs) :beer3:

[cmgoldstein]

Ribbone, Glad to hear your okay. I haven't been down in over 20 years and hope never to again! Heal well.
Chris

[Bparrot]

I spoke with Rick tonight and the initial damage estimate is almost $7000. The bike is going to Matt's for further checking. BTW, Rick said he's a little sore :shock: :lol: , but still planning on Mardon. He said something about paying for bbq and didn't want to miss out even if he has to cage it over :lol:

Thanks for the update Jon. Glad he's feeling a little better.

[Irish Red]

Talked with Rick this morning. He's definately planning to be at Mardon. I suspect he believes that Ed's BBQ ribs will have some type of magical "healing" powers. We may have to slaughter an extra pig :lol:

Glad your doing ok buddy. Call again if you need anything.

[Tracy J]

Rick,

Todd and I were very sorry :cry: to hear about your accident. Glad to hear that your doing well and that your bike is repairable. Looking forward to seeing you at Mardon. I found something for you while on vacation and will bring it to Mardon. Nothing big just saw it and thought of you.

Take care and again, were really happy :D to hear that your okay.

Oh, and take it from someone who knows, follow your doctor's orders, don't overwork that shoulder, you want it to heal properly.

See you on the 18th and 19th.