We had 9 riders on today's ride who did not let their obligation to be dutiful children get in the way of a good bike ride. It was our first ride of the year to Gurnee, about a 60 mile round trip, A nice ride on a sunny day was brought to a jarring stop due to Hugo taking a terrible spill. He hit a big piece of loose asphalt, and went over the handlebars. Fortunately his Bianchi frame made it through the fall with just a few scratches to the brake hoods. Unfortunately, Hugo did not make out so well. He chipped a tooth, smashed his lip, left some blood behind, wrenched his back, ripped his pants, cracked his helmet, and had a number of nasty looking road rashes There were only two riders behind him, and both Lauren and John were able to avoid Hugo's prone body, although John had to take a path between Hugo and his bike. Hugo, hope you heal quickly.
Cons spouse deserves our good samaritan award. She came all the way out to Gurnee in their SUV and picked up Hugo and his bike. Cons, you must have really been on your game the day you asked her to marry you.
Update:
ReplyDeleteHugo reported being diagnosed with a small fracture of one of his pelvic bones in addition to the bruises and the lip laceration. He is in good spirits and hopefully will make a quick and full recovery.
I have pics, should I post? They are less graphic than Bin Laden. I think Hugo's new nickname is "The ROCK"
ReplyDeleteWe should send him Ice Cream. Rocky Road would be a good choice.
ReplyDeleteOuch! This brings back memories...gravel, loose asphalt, squirrels, etc.
ReplyDeleteThe thing that comes to mind immediately is this calls for the purchases of new parts or even whole new bikes.