Victor van Gaalen Posted July 28, 2017 Share Hi Quagga responded to me, he means well, im moving on... Edited July 28, 2017 by Victor van Gaalen Rusty Old Nut, eddy, V12man and 7 others 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Steer Posted July 28, 2017 Share Hi Quagga You know where i live, come pay me a visit,thats a powerfull keyboard youve got there...or my number? i feel maybe your sore about something, im here for you lets talk.Don't waste your time... never worth it. Strength for the road ahead Victor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sepia Posted July 28, 2017 Share My Thoughts are with him....hope he heals up soon. On another note.Why put your OWN life and others on the road in danger by recording a video while driving? Sometimes no hands on the steering wheel? Clearly not a MOUNTED camera. This should be reported. Very poor form indeed.Embarrassed to even think this could actually be contrived.You need help mate, show some respect. ChUkKy, mrbaker and L.T.G 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubes Posted July 28, 2017 Share VG is awesome mountain biking and such a beautiful area with well thought out and maintained trails. Sorry to hear what happened to Eric can happen to anyone. With the right mind attitude prayers and thoughts I have no doubt one can overcome most things even this and that Eric can reheal and be out on his trails in the not too distant future which would be awesome to see. Danger Dassie 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quagga Posted July 28, 2017 Share Hi Quagga You know where i live, come pay me a visit,thats a powerfull keyboard youve got there...or my number? 083xxxxxxxxxi feel maybe your sore about something, im here for you lets talk.Glad we could have a chat.Edit Removed phone number Edited July 28, 2017 by Quagga Andrew Steer 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quagga Posted July 28, 2017 Share This should be reported. Very poor form indeed.Embarrassed to even think this could actually be contrived.You need help mate, show some respect. My Last comment on this, what if he rolled the bakkie? Does his family need that stress extra right now? It is at times when we have many things on our minds that accidents happen, and I would hate for this family to another tragedy right now(or ever again) Edited July 28, 2017 by Quagga Kalahari Vegmot and Mamil 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L.T.G Posted July 28, 2017 Share Rusty Old Nut, eddy, Long Wheel Base and 11 others 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TALUS Posted July 28, 2017 Share The unit at Muelmed is excellent. Francois Theron is a very experienced and respected spinal surgeon. You will be in great hands!!Remember to blow in that pipe to keep the lungs healthy - they take a big knock.Holding thumbs - this could be the start of a new chapter. Maybe you will have time to work out how to make some wheelchair friendly trails (hoping it is not for you though...) Danger Dassie and Quagga 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferro Posted July 28, 2017 Share I've just been to see him and unfortunately it's not good.He has movement in his arms and a bit in his hands .. but can't move fingers.Other than that, in his words "it's all gone"But being the tough man he is,.. " at least I'll still have 2 wheels, I just need to be able to use my hands to turn the wheels of a wheelchair(and he smiles)... we just have to move on. I've had 56 good years"I had no words and no idea what to say to him.I'm still typing this in disbeliefHe'll be starting rehab in a couple days. Apologies for the late reply on this post. I have been checking in on this thread hoping for a better outcome. I don't know you guys but i am rooting for you! Erik's positive outlook is inspiring to me and how instantly your life can change really makes me think to myself that i should be more mindful and definitely more thankful for every day of relative normality that i get to enjoy. Brandon P, Wannabe, Danger Dassie and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lechatnoir Posted July 28, 2017 Share Sterkte. Words fail. We'll be thinking of you Erik. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stretch Posted July 28, 2017 Share Makes your personal worries and concerns negligible doesn't it! Sounds like a strong willed chip that won't let anything get in his way ADJ, Blokman and Danger Dassie 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danger Dassie Posted July 28, 2017 Share Will be at vG tomorrow at the Ashburton event. Perfect way and perfect day to support the family from their extended family. L.T.G 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danger Dassie Posted July 28, 2017 Share Apologies for the late reply on this post. I have been checking in on this thread hoping for a better outcome. I don't know you guys but i am rooting for you! Erik's positive outlook is inspiring to me and how instantly your life can change really makes me think to myself that i should be more mindful and definitely more thankful for every day of relative normality that i get to enjoy. I know that Gauteng and surrounds isn't exactly a 'tourist mecca' for local tourism, especially if you're living in the Western Cape. But seriously, pay a visit upcountry, you'll be amazed at some of the riding, scenery, general experiences etc up here that can be had. Cheap cheap too. I'll happily take anyone from out of town on a ride at vG, you'll understand the warmth and passion from the family straight away and just why vG is known as 'fun gaalen' typhoon, Acre, L.T.G and 4 others 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patchelicious Posted July 28, 2017 Share This guy's spirit is absolutely amazing and inspiring. Holy moly! I'm in aw! ChUkKy, Ferro and Brandon P 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CogitoErgoSum Posted July 29, 2017 Share This accident just goes to show how easy and quickly life can change. Guys and girls, be safe out there. Mr Schipper, you are an inspiration. Your approach to this is amazing and awe-inspiring. All the best Sent from my SM-G925F using Tapatalk Sepia, Patchelicious and Ferro 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparky and the Warden Posted July 29, 2017 Share Been reading the updates the last couple days. Your pops is truly a remarkable guy, sounds like someone who you meet at the trailhead and talk to like you know each other. His attitude towards this makes our day to day problems seem so trivial and puts everything into perspective. Good luck for the road ahead, will be keeping an eye out for updates on his progress. Ferro and Wannabe 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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