Shebeen Posted February 28, 2012 Posted February 28, 2012 Here's a link to a great read about the man: http://nictwohands.w...e-f-is-ertjies/Really puts this legend into context for those of us too young to know much more than his name. Let's hope he can pull through.
Kranswurm Posted February 28, 2012 Posted February 28, 2012 (edited) Here's a link to a great read about the man: http://nictwohands.w...e-f-is-ertjies/ Thanks TWI enjoyed reading that.I was fortunate enough to meet all the guys in the article and It brought back memories.Come on Ertjies Edited February 28, 2012 by Kranswurm
CJM Posted February 28, 2012 Posted February 28, 2012 Thanks TWI enjoyed reading that.I was fortunate enough to meet all the guys in the article and It brought back memories.Come on Ertjies Super article Vasbyt Ertjies! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Fujioso Posted February 28, 2012 Posted February 28, 2012 Nice piece about Ertjies. You can feel the presence of the man through the writing. Watching these guys duke it out in the Rapport tour is what ignited my love for cycling. I remember how I drooled over those Vitus frames. Aluminium man!!!! How things have changed.
two hands Posted February 28, 2012 Posted February 28, 2012 Absolutely a great read two hands.Thanks, I wish all writing tasks were as exciting. That article wrote itself. His stories were so vivid and powerful I was only able to include a few. I sincerely hope I get to do it again.
Tumbleweed Posted February 29, 2012 Posted February 29, 2012 Here's an update on his condition from the FB support page from his niece: Chani Van Vuuren Hi everyone... latest news from the hospital is that uncle ertjies has had 2 blood klots passed through his brain, one damaging the side of the brain that has to do with sight and hearing... All of his organs are still functioning though, and his heart has never missed a beat...... We are all praying for you uncle Ertjies..... You can do this.... VASBYT!
Tumbleweed Posted February 29, 2012 Posted February 29, 2012 A less positive report on Ertjies' condition: http://m.news24.com/sport24/OtherSport/Cycling/Ertjies-Bezuidenhouts-organs-failing-20120228
'Dale Posted February 29, 2012 Posted February 29, 2012 Hmmm... he's deteriorating. Had a stroke on the day of riding his bike.
Wyatt Earp Posted February 29, 2012 Posted February 29, 2012 A less positive report on Ertjies' condition: http://m.news24.com/...ailing-20120228These conflicting reports are becoming rather confusing.
Cippo Posted February 29, 2012 Posted February 29, 2012 A South African cycling hero. May he recover soon and grant his family strength in this difficult time.
baie-sukkel Posted February 29, 2012 Posted February 29, 2012 Ertjies you are in our families prayers and thoughts. Wishing you a speedy and full recovery.
Tumbleweed Posted February 29, 2012 Posted February 29, 2012 His niece has just posted this: Chani Van Vuuren Hi everyone. Oom ertjies. Just passed away... Thinking of everyone and especially aunti adri, pierre and jacques in this time. May u find strength! Love....
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