KeithB Posted August 1, 2007 Share I have been registered here for a while but have never posted before - so, so sorry that such a sad event is the cause of my first post. Having seen Ryan interviewed on tv a number of times, all I can say is what a tragic loss of such a fine young guy and a fine cyclist. Sincere condolences to his family, friends and BW teammates Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeep Posted August 1, 2007 Share To the Cox family we express our deepest condolences on the lose of such an amazing Athlete, Friend, Sibling and Son. The cycling world will mourn his loss for many years to come. He showed so many the way and gave so many others a reason to continue. Ryan is now in the arms of the father and will rest in peace there. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Members and Management of Team Jeep South Africa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dhiveng Posted August 1, 2007 Share RIP dudeHope you enjoying up there and you having a ballPeace Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jokerman Posted August 1, 2007 Share Our sincere condolences to all the freinds and family of Ryan.....He was truely one of the best in all aspects of cycling......on and off the bike... He will be missed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivanb Posted August 1, 2007 Share Sad Sad News. My condolences to the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
epoh Posted August 1, 2007 Share This is really sad news, it just reminds me how short life is and we just never know when our time will come. His untimely death is a wake up to me to be steadfast in my faith in God and be ready any given moment for when that time comes. God bless the Ryan family in this difficult time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Kid Posted August 1, 2007 Share With shock i heard about Ryan.May God be with you in this difficult time... " Your talent was Gods's gift to you. What u did with it was your gift to God" ~ unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RudeDog Posted August 1, 2007 Share R.I.P Cox Got this hero card from your site a while back, and by reading all the responses I know I am not alone, hope to meet you there one day...... RudeDog2007-08-01 09:08:05 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Badenhorst Posted August 1, 2007 Share What a tragic loss! Thanks Ryan for all you gave to those that knew you ? and apparently even those that didn't know you. You will be so missed. My tribute to Ryan is here: http://www.news24.com/News24/Sport/More_Sport/0,,2-9-32_2157082,00.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryancrawcour Posted August 1, 2007 Share Very well written tribute Sean, a nice way to remember the man. Like you I was fortunate enough to have my paths cross with Ryan's on a few occasions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shova Posted August 1, 2007 Share For all the hard work and dedication to the sport a million thanks - its great people like you that make events what they are, cycling will miss you greatly - Fond love to Karen, the family and the all your cycling buddies from Melis and Annie at Amashova Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaunh Posted August 1, 2007 Share Thanks Sean for such a moving tribute to great cyclist, great friend and great person!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marco Posted August 1, 2007 Share Dont know if its on any of the previous listings or thread. the memorial ride is planned for Tuesday at 2pm, leaving from Finishline Cycles and the Funeral is at the Maranatha Church, Kemptonpark.. Just wanted to add a couple of other comments to those who didnt know Ryan. He was always willing to help, never had a big head and was always the one pro who had time for even little people, people that just started cycling, etc. He always had time for others; just as an example, while training VERY hard for Tour de Langkawi he was asked to take a new junior cyclist for a ride, " no problem, tell him to meet me at Finishline in an hour" was the immediate response. No hesitation!! If there ever was one SA rider i looked up to from the day i started cycling, it was Ryan. He never, ever had a big head. He always gave back!!!If you know his mom, Karen, you can see where he gets his attitude towards life from. they ARE both excellent people who are always willing to help. My only regret with regards to Ryan is that i never got a chance to really thank him for ALL the help he gave me in the past. RYAN, YOU WILL BE MISSED MORE THAN YOU COULD EVER IMAGINE!!OUR HEARTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!!! I DONT THINK YOU EVER KNEW HOW MANY PEOPLE REALLY LOOKED UP TO YOU!! CHEERS TO YOU!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwissVan Posted August 1, 2007 Share Terrible news, my thoughts are with his family and loved ones.<?:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> I never knew Ryan personally but for some reason it hurts like he was a close friend ? This ?closeness? is probably due to the great postings and feelings he conveyed through his website which I have been following for years. Hamba Gashle Ryan... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oiltrash Posted August 1, 2007 Share I feel the same Swissvan....I never met him but from reading through all the postings he must have been one awsome dude... Ai ai ai....RIP Ryan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tumbleweed Posted August 1, 2007 Share don't know about you guys, but reading these posts about ryan has given me the shivers. i've just gone out and given my boys an extra big hug! hope they'll ride like and be as good a person as you all say ryan was! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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