"Case of the wrong place at the wrong time. I ride pound a lot when in Radelaide and its one road I have a lot of respect for on the descent."
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Pounded on Pound Road in the Basket Ranges
Started this discussion. Last reply by durian rider Jun 26, 2012. 30 Replies 0 Likes
I had a vicious crash and need to vent. I was coming down Pound road descending from Marble Hill Road. I came around a corner and there were two ladies walking dogs in the entire left lane. I…Continue
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Anyone have a set of 180mm or 185mm road cranks? to swap for some 175's?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Rob (Chewbacca) Apr 9, 2012. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Hi all, I'm 6'2" and all legs. it's time to see if new 185 vs my current 175 cranks make a difference!I have a set of stock FSA gossamer BB30 175mm cranks w/only 1000km on them and was wondering if…Continue
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Tim B replied to Erik Vik's discussion Pounded on Pound Road in the Basket Ranges"That's the way I was always taught, no footpath = walk toward oncoming traffic"
"I be fucking angry too!
People shit me to tears sometimes but thanks for sharing and wishing you speedy recovery mate!
The body is pretty amazing at how quick it can heal!
Not stopping at the scene of an accidents is an offence btw!
Be strong!"
heather replied to Erik Vik's discussion Pounded on Pound Road in the Basket Ranges"Definitely support Jules suggestion to keep socialising with cyclists and join post ride coffees. Limit to one withdrawal symptom rather than three."
Gus K replied to Erik Vik's discussion Pounded on Pound Road in the Basket Ranges"Many pre-dawn walkers around Marble Hill and Ashton wear reflective vests."
Gus K replied to Erik Vik's discussion Pounded on Pound Road in the Basket Ranges"Good on you Brian.
If you don't mind, and not to take away attention from Erik's accident, Emu Legs runs Road Rage Cycles on Payneham Rd so I cannot imagine how hard it must be being around bikes all day and not riding like you want to.
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Torsten Bunge replied to Erik Vik's discussion Pounded on Pound Road in the Basket Ranges"Very lucky indeed, could've been a lot worse at that speed. Don't be surprised by your anger, it is only natural in this kind of situation. Hope your recovery goes well and get back on the bike ASAP, being given a second chance use this as…"
Michael Bland replied to Erik Vik's discussion Pounded on Pound Road in the Basket Ranges"Holy s#*t Erik ! I wouldn't say you were lucky . I hope you have a speedy & full recovery ."
Michael Bland replied to Erik Vik's discussion Pounded on Pound Road in the Basket Ranges"Great to hear your back on it Brian ."
Specialised Roubaix replied to Erik Vik's discussion Pounded on Pound Road in the Basket Ranges"Be patient and confident that you will heal, after a few months off the sports some depression is bound to creep in. Be nice to your supports eg wife & kids and keep socialising, do go to the post ride coffees if thats what you do know.…"
Clive Palfrey replied to Erik Vik's discussion Pounded on Pound Road in the Basket Ranges"It's not inconceivable that the pedestrians could have been faced with a modern, quiet motor vehicle, really dumb to be walking like that but is the same advice given to pedestrians in Australia as in the UK, if there is no…"
Patrick O'Kane replied to Erik Vik's discussion Pounded on Pound Road in the Basket Ranges"I'm sorry for your injuries Erik, they sound horrific BUT riding round a corner at 60kph without knowing what is on the other side is probably not a wise move. (Pot calling the kettle black because I've done it and will do kit again no…"
heather replied to Erik Vik's discussion Pounded on Pound Road in the Basket Ranges"Manis, I did add a :) because I would not expect pedestrians to do this. Partly because I have seen joggers in a local bicycle lane at night where sub-standard lighting is shrouded by trees, and the joggers seemed to have no idea it was hard for me…"
heather left a comment for Erik Vik"Erik, still a suggestion to give the story to the Hills and Valley Messenger, in the hope of educating other pedestrians to keep to one side of the road, rather than panic and rush across the road with potential to injure cyclists and themselves."
"Yes Heather - I have an expensive 500 lux rechargable headlight (as do all the guys I ride with) - which is an investment that I would recommend to all who may ride in the dark. We are illuminated like motorbikes out there, not just for…"
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- At 16:57 on June 25, 2012, heather said…
Erik, still a suggestion to give the story to the Hills and Valley Messenger, in the hope of educating other pedestrians to keep to one side of the road, rather than panic and rush across the road with potential to injure cyclists and themselves.
- At 13:48 on June 25, 2012, heather said…
Erik, I have added commiserations on your post. Feel free to delete my post here if awkward questions. Were you descending around a corner, close to the centre of the road? Is that why the woman was startled and did not have far to go to get into your 'escape lane'? Would not excuse the woman for moving into your path or not saying sorry. Hope not, because in some conditions hard to hear quiet vehicle that is occupying more than one lane.
Anyway, if you are completely in the right, there is a Hills and Valley Messenger newspaper. You could approach them with your story to vent and warn pedestrians to do the right thing. The woman will have told friends, and might be embarrassed when she hears of your injuries and reminded that she did not say sorry. If you were completely in the right, had witnesses and knew her name, you could sue her. Raises the question of when a pedestrian causes a road collision where someone is injured, do they need to stop and give their details? Required to when a vehicle.
Please report it to the police as a road accident, which you are entitled to because you were injured. Do not think you are entitled to reimbursement of medical costs, because it did not include a registered vehicle. I am still getting expensive physio 6 months after a broken shoulder. However, you could ask the lawyers who advertise on AC.
Best wishes for a recovery. Heather.
- At 16:57 on April 13, 2012,
Wilson Devo said… Hi from the Gawler Wheelers,
Welcome to the Adelaide Cyclists Website !
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- At 13:14 on April 9, 2012, heather said…
Hi Erik,
Welcome to Adelaide Cyclists. You might be interested in joining AC group Commuters and, if you cycle in the city, Adelaide BUG.
A current discussion on Adelaide BUG of What cycling facilities would you like at http://www.adelaidecyclists.com/group/adelaidebug/forum/topics/what-cycling-facilites-would-you-like
I coordinate four AC groups with emphasis on improving cycling conditions: Adelaide BUG, Prospect BUG, Look For Cyclists and Vote For Cyclists. There is more info in the introduction on each group web page.
Cheers, Heather
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