Bloody ice...

[DKMonst3r]

This morning the weather wasnt that bad. Not too cold and the sun was out, so it was pretty warm ish. As always I commute to college on my bike, no matter how bad the weather is. Ive been lucky so far, even though i bought water proofs I never get to use them coz luckily it never rains when i commute (lol).

Started off nicely, no ice on the road which was a suprise. I usually ride the same road everyday but I sometimes like to go the other way which takes longer but is more fun . Anyways, I was just riding along, slowed down a bit as I was getting close to traffic. Looking down a bit trying to avoid the sun blinding me, layed off the brakes and all of the sudden I lost it. Hit a big ice patch and went sliding down the road about 15-20 meters. I was only doing about 35 mph. Had my left foot traped under the bike while sliding and I was supporting myself with my left elbow.

Came to a stop. Hit the kill switch. Quickly got up and lifted the bike up. Pushed it onto side walk and just stood there thinking WTF?!?!. Looked around the bike for about 5 min, it was rideable. Off I go to college then. Arrived 30 min late, Told the tutor what happend. They wanted to send me home but I decided to stay in and my attendence is poor already .

The bike isnt too bad. Headlamp clamps bent to right side, left footpeg bent (saved the gear shifter lever ), scratched clutch lever, mirror and rear shock .

Myself OK. Left leg a bit bruised but nuthin serious

Sorry if its a bit long

[LeeR]

Bad news mate and it's not too long, but it's good to get it off your chest and share.

Add yourself to the spill counter, and dust yourself down.
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[Newbiker0507]

Bad luck

happens to everyone