Skubarra Posted November 17, 2020 Share So basically zero progress since I drove through there December 2019!!! At least they finally finished the bridge in Ashton... A DC without the half-built bridge would just not be the same. Luckily the Cogmanskloof roadworks will continue to create a neutral zone for us for the next few decades Edited November 17, 2020 by Skubarra DieselnDust and Jewbacca 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewbacca Posted November 17, 2020 Share How is the recovery coming along? Besides the yips ( i have a bit of it too since I can't pull up on the bars yet) , the ribs and hand fracture? is it healing? I understand the soft tissue is going to take a while longer (the bit most people seem to forget about it it screams bloody murder back at you)It's going ok. Ribs seem to be 90% there, most of the scabs have come and gone except the knee and the hand. I still have bruising around the patella and on the hip, but it seems to be moving ok. The hand is still a mess. The scar tissue and remaining scabs make it feel like the skin is 2 sizes too small and the knuckle is still a big ball. I can't play guitar or ride my MTB, which sucks, but I have managed to get in a few surfs with a bit of discomfort. I think the hand might need a look see, but I'm going to give it another month. If it still resembles a Vultures claw in 3 weeks time I will have to do something. Managed to ride on the road bike which is awesome. These summer mornings are too good to miss! And you? Not being able to pull up is a problem. One has to be aware of any bumps and holes in the road all the time! Sid the Sloth and DieselnDust 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splat Posted November 17, 2020 Share At least they finally finished the bridge in Ashton... A DC without the half-built bridge would just not be the same. Luckily the Cogmanskloof roadworks will continue to create a neutral zone for us for the next few decades Same Contractor that did Main Rd through Kalk Bay Jbr, DieselnDust, Skubarra and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MORNE Posted November 17, 2020 Share So basically zero progress since I drove through there December 2019!!! zero progress since I drove there sep 2018 lol! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselnDust Posted November 17, 2020 Share It's going ok. Ribs seem to be 90% there, most of the scabs have come and gone except the knee and the hand. I still have bruising around the patella and on the hip, but it seems to be moving ok. The hand is still a mess. The scar tissue and remaining scabs make it feel like the skin is 2 sizes too small and the knuckle is still a big ball. I can't play guitar or ride my MTB, which sucks, but I have managed to get in a few surfs with a bit of discomfort. I think the hand might need a look see, but I'm going to give it another month. If it still resembles a Vultures claw in 3 weeks time I will have to do something. Managed to ride on the road bike which is awesome. These summer mornings are too good to miss! And you? Not being able to pull up is a problem. One has to be aware of any bumps and holes in the road all the time! I'm a good space as far as healing progress goes. Having the 6 week X-ray on Thursday. Then we'll see if I can start training with weight to get my shoulder strength back. I've been out on the MTB lots but no jumps yet. Hae tp keep the wheels on the ground which is a huge bummer especially with all the slithery characters out on the trails.Nearly ran over two at Paul Cluver a week ago. Having a good surgeon and getting the surgery done immediately clearly was good advice to follow.May have to go through it all again if I decide to remove the mechano set Jewbacca 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jbr Posted November 17, 2020 Share Same Contractor that did Main Rd through Kalk Bayhaha I wanted to make a joke about it, too late ! I'm a good space as far as healing progress goes. Having the 6 week X-ray on Thursday. Then we'll see if I can start training with weight to get my shoulder strength back. I've been out on the MTB lots but no jumps yet. Hae tp keep the wheels on the ground which is a huge bummer especially with all the slithery characters out on the trails.Nearly ran over two at Paul Cluver a week ago. Having a good surgeon and getting the surgery done immediately clearly was good advice to follow.May have to go through it all again if I decide to remove the mechano setI would if I were you, seems to be a weak point, you probably don't want to break it again with a plate on it I wish I could get my plates off of my forearm that would give me a lot more confidence for MTB & Superbikes, unfortunately the doc says there are too many muscles and nerves it's too complicated to get to it unless it's necessary. collarbone on the other hand it's much easier, you could almost do it yourself Edited November 17, 2020 by Jbr DieselnDust 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twaatie Posted November 17, 2020 Share yebbo. I had someone asking about why I left the gazebo off the packing list.Told him he's welcome to deploy it wen we get to the feedzone but then he's packing it away too.TjoepstilEveryone pack an umbrella in the car [emoji6] DieselnDust 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselnDust Posted November 17, 2020 Share haha I wanted to make a joke about it, too late ! I would if I were you, seems to be a weak point, you probably don't want to break it again with a plate on it I wish I could get my plates off of my forearm that would give me a lot more confidence for MTB & Superbikes, unfortunately the doc says there are too many muscles and nerves it's too complicated to get to it unless it's necessary. collarbone on the other hand it's much easier, you could almost do it yourself definitely don't want to break it again in a hurry. Doc says it will be pretty strong once the bone knitting is complete. Just want to get to that point without injury. It probably wont break again, more likely to rip the titanium screws out of the bone which is a mess on another level! Jewie, I'd get that hand seen to ASAP. Don't wait. I've seen some very crooked fingers as a result of leaving intervention too long. kanala Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CatzSpace "frail" Posted November 17, 2020 Share Long Shot?Any TEAM Needing a Strong Domestic to fill their Squad?Roaring to Ride. 071 406 7007 Edited November 17, 2020 by F.R.A.I.L. -K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerryonimo Posted November 17, 2020 Share Missed out on the online order for the DC commemorative t-shirt. Tried a few times to access the link on the web page without success. Don't think they will be selling at the start or after the race like last year. If anyone has over ordered or has a Large spare please let me know. Not sure how much they cost this year but don't mind spending a little extra to cover a commission of sorts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pure Savage Posted November 17, 2020 Share Missed out on the online order for the DC commemorative t-shirt. Tried a few times to access the link on the web page without success. Don't think they will be selling at the start or after the race like last year. If anyone has over ordered or has a Large spare please let me know. Not sure how much they cost this year but don't mind spending a little extra to cover a commission of sorts? Have you asked on Twitter/Instagram, I think they could make a plan for you gerryonimo 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerryonimo Posted November 17, 2020 Share Have you asked on Twitter/Instagram, I think they could make a plan for youThanks, I don't do either, but I could ask my daughter to have a look for me. Gonna get big attitude from the teenager, but it's worth the hassle! DieselnDust and Long Wheel Base 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reflexus Posted November 17, 2020 Share Forecast looks like it's going to be hot, hot, hot.... Sid the Sloth and DieselnDust 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselnDust Posted November 17, 2020 Share some like it hot with some sweat when the heat is on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K20Champ Posted November 18, 2020 Share Suggestions of what Race food to take along? DieselnDust 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohanDiv Posted November 18, 2020 Share Suggestions of what Race food to take along? Whatever you've been using on training rides that works for you.. don't try something new on race day! Pure Savage, gerryonimo and Skubarra 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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