Downhiller Tom Wheeler on adapting to life with one hand

[Tumbleweed]

On 26 March 2011, Tom Wheeler entered a race that would change his life forever. A horrific crash at Rheola in South Wales left him with a paralysed right arm. As someone who’s been racing and riding bikes for his whole life, he was determined not to let his injury stop his enjoyment of the sport. We caught up with him nearly a year after his accident to find out how he’s adapted to riding one-handed.

 

http://www.bikeradar.com/mtb/news/article/downhiller-tom-wheeler-on-adapting-to-life-with-one-hand-33596/

[Capricorn]

****! that's hardcore! Mega props to the lad for not giving up, and just wow at the arm gadget!!!!

[Wayne Potgieter]

Hectic.

 

Good on him.

 

Do you think he will still compete in Able bodied events, or do you think he might switch to disabled leagues?

[DJR]

A real "never say die" guy! Respect from me.

[wesley_r]

damn! you go guy!

 

I know a dude who rides off road (motorbike). his nickname is "leftless", guess why

[Grebel]

Bloody heck...! Props to him. Amazingly unbelievable.