Inlinefour seriously injured!

[nadroj]

No easy way of saying this but we have been advised one of our colorful members had an off this afternoon riding his Honda 2 stroke MX bike on the beach.
When we turned up for the Pie n Pint ride tonight Craig from Energy Honda advised us he had just had a phone call from Mrs Inline to say John wouldn't be on the ride tonight but was flying to Burwood as he had hurt his back.
Here's hoping all will be OK and our thoughts go out to him and family for a speedy return to full health.
Not too sure how serious things are so please no insensitive posts or critisisms.

[The_Dover]

Inline got beached? did they try and refloat him??

[soundbeltfarm]

cripes isn't burwood the spinal place in christchurch?

Get well soon mate,
Our thoughts are with you.

[chanceyy]

bugger .. hope its not to bad .. ouchy ouchy ouchy


heal fast buddy ..

[Mental Trousers]

See below (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=810412&postcount=14)

[NotaGoth]

No easy way of saying this but we have been advised one of our colorful members had an off this afternoon riding his DRZ400 on the beach.
When we turned up for the Pie n Pint ride tonight Craig from Energy Honda advised us he had just had a phone call from Mrs Inline to say John wouldn't be on the ride tonight but was flying to Burwood as he had hurt his back.
Here's hoping all will be OK and our thoughts go out to him and family for a speedy return to full health.
Not too sure how serious things are so please no insensitive posts or critisisms.

Could you please keep me well informed as to whats going on..... And could you also please send my love and best wishes Johns direction... Awesome guy... Still can't believe he's had an off... :(

[Mr. Peanut]

Oh shit :shit:

Not good, lemme know where he is, I wanna send choccys ^_^

[Skyryder]

cripes isn't burwood the spinal place in christchurch?

Get well soon mate,
Our thoughts are with you.

If Inline is at Burwood and it is approapiate I'm sure the Chch Kber's can organise a group visit sometime in the weekend. Ideas etc.

Skyryder

[dangerous]

cripes isn't burwood the spinal place in christchurch?

Yip it is, heard this through another sorce... so the poor bastard may not be well, broken backs go to Burwood.

[Indiana_Jones]

Hope it's not too serious, get well soon :)

-Indy

[Sensei]

Was there when Craig got the call for Inlines wife , appears he has broken his back so Lets all hope there is a good ending to this , Would be great if the CHCH KBs could check him out once they have found out how bad or good things are . John has been placed in a coma so as not to damage his back anymore . Best wishes John

[chanceyy]

Yip it is, heard this through another sorce... so the poor bastard may not be well, broken backs go to Burwood.


& they also go there as a precaution too ..

but yip our thoughts are with him & family ..

[chanceyy]

After the incident with the 4 wheeler you'd think he'd stay away from sand!! Anybody wanna throw in some money to see if we can bribe a health official to add a proctological examination into his treatment??

ohh you meanie .. just remember buddy that venge is a wonderful thing LOL

[Mental Trousers]

John has been placed in a coma so as not to damage his back anymore . Best wishes John

Fuck. That doesn't sound good at all. Hope he comes out of it alright. The offer of organising a proctological examination is withdrawn!!

[dangerous]

& they also go there as a precaution too ..

Read between my lines girl... dont worry Sensei has already said it.

[Swoop]

Bugger. That's no good. Hope all is well and sooner rather than later.
Get well dude!

[chanceyy]

Read between my lines girl... dont worry Sensei has already said it.


ahhhh farkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk kkkk


fingers crossed .. damn damn damn ...


keep us posted then plz

[zeRax]

fucks sake :(

bad news, sorry to hear

[Edbear]

Nasty! Haven't broken mine so far, but know what a bad back injury can be! If he's in a medically induced coma it's not good, though doesn't mean he's permanently crippled. They're being very cautious and Burwood is about the best place he could be. Hope he comes out of it okay. Sympathies to him and family.

[thehollowmen]

Ouch.
Best wishes buddy.

[SuperDave]

Shit not good to hear. Hope he gets all fixed up right.

[trumpy]

Bugger, not good.
I have worked with the folks at Burwood many times in the past, top people, top expertise (arguably the best in the country). He's in great hands.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

[madmal64]

Buggar... Not nice to hear. Lets all hope its not a permanent injury & a full recovery will happen.
All the best

[crashe]

Ohhhhhhhhhhhh fuckin hell........... not John

Please pass on my best wishes......... from 'maaaaaaaaaaa'
He will understand what that all means.

I have just gotten home from tonight's ride to see this thread.
This is devasting news..........

Who ever from Chch that goes into see John please let me know how he is...


((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))))) for 'son' from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaaa'


Mrs Inlinefour - if you see this message please also take care of yourself as well. As you will also be going throu so much at this time.

[Ghost Lemur]

Shit that's terrible news.

Pass on my thoughts and wishes to IL4 and family.

If/when appropriate I'll definitely be in for a KB group cheer-up visit.

[justsomeguy]

Can't believe this, it was just a couple of weekend's ago we were talking crap at Winja's place over a barbie.

[Sniper]

Best wishes to IL and his family. My mums cousin is a nurse at Burwood, he is in good hands.

Its been said, but I'll say it too, if they need any help with anything down here (Car, bed, phone, meals, anything), PM me please.

Also when he is up to it, I would like to go offer my best wishes.

[onearmedbandit]

Someone PM me his last name, I'll call out there and see him when it's good. I've been there before, and the staff and facilities are top notch.

All the best John.

[Colapop]

All the best Inline - here's to getting you back on two wheels as soon as possible.

[TonyB]

Damn, not good at all. Fingers crossed that it turns out OK for him

[SixPackBack]

HOLY SHIT Inline!!......you'll do anything for attention.:shutup:

Take care bro'

[Paul in NZ]

fark - no quite bin there but the cracks were bad enough... I think thats got to sting a little....

take care IL4 - you are in the best place mate - no doubts.

[MSTRS]

This is not good news, let's hope it isn't bad news either. Yungatart's brother has broken his back and his neck in the past and he is fine (walking etc). It can be a matter of fractions of a mm between ok and not. Our fingers are all crossed for Inline's return to full health.

[SpeedyGirl]

I spoke to John this morning, he is a little drousy but am going to see him this afternoon all going well, will update you all as soon I Can

[James Deuce]

Thanks Speedygirl. Tell him James is thinking about him, and how much does he want for the bike collection?:devil2:

I too have broken my beack and neck and I'm still here. WIsh him all the best and tell him that the people there are very good and he should do what they tell him.

Look forward to your update, and if you could get some idea of how long he will be there so I can see if I should plan a trip.

[yungatart]

Not the kind of news I want to see first thing in the morning. Thinking of you IL4 and your family. All the best mate

[Paul in NZ]

Thanks Speedygirl. Tell him James is thinking about him, and how much does he want for the bike collection?:devil2:

I too have broken my beack and neck and I'm still here. WIsh him all the best and tell him that the people there are very good and he should do what they tell him.

Look forward to your update, and if you could get some idea of how long he will be there so I can see if I should plan a trip.




Oh and tell him that having a back injury will NOT mean he ends up like Jim2 OK? Honestly - we would not kid him about something like that OK?

:dodge:

Cheers

ps - my bro in ChCh is one of NZ's top physios and specialises in backs - McKensie Institute and all that. Let me know if you want me to see if he can help??

[James Deuce]

Oh and tell him that having a back injury will NOT mean he ends up like Jim2 OK? Honestly - we would not kid him about something like that OK?



It was the head injury that did that.

[Paul in NZ]

It was the head injury that did that.


Nah - that just improved what mother nature started....

:second:

[crashe]

I spoke to John this morning, he is a little drousy but am going to see him this afternoon all going well, will update you all as soon I Can

Speedygirl - Can you print off this whole thread and take it in to him to read...

((((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))))))) to 'son' from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaaaa'

[SpeedyGirl]

Speedygirl - Can you print off this whole thread and take it in to him to read...

((((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))))))) to 'son' from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaaaa'

One step ahead of you, have printed most of it ready to go :Punk:

[crashe]

One step ahead of you, have printed most of it ready to go :Punk:

cheers..... thank you.

As he is a nurse, he will be one of the worst patients...... :whistle:
as they hate to be told what to do.... but tell him from me that he is listen to them as they do know best.

[_Gina_]

All the best for a speedy recovery Inline.


:doctor:

Gina

[Al]

Yeah, all the best for a speedy recovery and a good "mend"...
In our thoughts mate.

Al

[Lias]

Ack not good at all! Here's hoping things work out for you dude.

[SpeedyGirl]

From Mrs In-line Four

For everybody who has sent messages - thank you - we really are grateful for all your kind (and otherwise words)

Inline Four was doing what he loved best yesterday morning - racing along the beach at Oakura doing Mach 2 (well 60-70kms) on his new Motorcross bike. He hit a rock under the sand (again!!! having not learned from his trip to Kaitaia) and somersaulted over the handlebars landing on the back of his head with his body following. Imagine a balloon between two bricks and that is what happened to his spine. This is what happened to his T5,6 &7 and the shards from his T6 sliced straight through his spinal cord.

He got a ride on the TET helicopter and then from ICU we both flew down to ChCh General on the Flying Doctor service. He had to be immobilised to prevent further injury. In the next week or so once he is physically stable and his ribs have healed he has to have an operation on his spine to put in plates and wires etc to make sure that when he learns to sit up his back will not collapse further

Inline four did not lose consciousness and has no head injuries but he is paralysed and will be in Burwood until at least Easter next year. So all you kiwibikers in Chch it would be great if you can make contact with him over the coming months as I have to go back up to work on Monday and will only be able to get down every two-three weeks.

We have a long road ahead of us and I am sure once he is upright again he will be back online again. So in the mean time keep sending your messages and I will get them all to him or send him cards, notes etc to the hospital. If you want to make contact and don't know his name it is John Sandford

Once again keep in touch it will mean a lot to him. mrs Inline Four

[James Deuce]

I'm horrified to hear that and can only wish you and him all the best. I will do my best to get down there before Christmas.

My Regards

James.

[NotaGoth]

I called Liz not long ago to see how things were... Upon hearing.. I did have to cut conversation short... I can't take it all in right now...

Johns always been there for me when I've needed someone to talk to.. Been through some rough times as of late... And he's always been a good ear..I finally had the opportunity to meet John not long ago... And I'm absolutely.... I'm speechless.. I don't know what to say.. Or do.. I really don't.....

EDIT: If you need any help with anything.. Please let me know.. I know I'm a fair way away... But if I can help I will...

[chanceyy]

well i have been tossing up about a trip to chch for a weekend .. will wait til after the new yr .. but will definately make a trip down .. anyone else want a weekend away in chch ??


we could get a group to head down & make a weekend of meeting other kbers & seeing inline ..

[onearmedbandit]

Speedgirl just rang and left a msg on my phone, I'm devastated. Fuck I really can't believe this. John, I wish you all the best mate, and as soon as I get the ok to visit you I'll be over in a flash. Damn, words can not convey how I feel right now, be strong brother, same goes to your family and friends. You're in my thoughts bro.

[Maha]

All the best John, not good news at all, bet you keep those nurse's inline like you do with some of the cretons on here, hope things will become more comfortable than they are right now...Cheers mate...... :rockon:

[Grahameeboy]

Sad news......however, be positive because there is a lot of help available and I know it is early days but make sure you hassle ACC for everything you can get...I talk from experience having a disabled Daughter....you have to get in early because this in itself is a long road.....I know this may be the last thing on your mind right now but it all starts now and and it will make InLines road smoother.

[Grahameeboy]

I called Liz not long ago to see how things were... Upon hearing.. I did have to cut conversation short... I can't take it all in right now...

Johns always been there for me when I've needed someone to talk to.. Been through some rough times as of late... And he's always been a good ear..I finally had the opportunity to meet John not long ago... And I'm absolutely.... I'm speechless.. I don't know what to say.. Or do.. I really don't.....

EDIT: If you need any help with anything.. Please let me know.. I know I'm a fair way away... But if I can help I will...

And he will always have his ears etctera........

[NotaGoth]

And he will always have his ears etctera........


Yeah he will... But what gets me... Is all the bad stuff.. Happens to the better people out there... Who don't damn well deserve to have it happen... John being one of those people...

[yungatart]

We are stunned and don't know what to say. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Sandfords and especially John.:grouphug:

[NotaGoth]

well i have been tossing up about a trip to chch for a weekend .. will wait til after the new yr .. but will definately make a trip down .. anyone else want a weekend away in chch ??


we could get a group to head down & make a weekend of meeting other kbers & seeing inline ..


Was thinking the same thing tonight... I think a trips instore... When he's up to putting up with me... And when I can afford to make the trip...

[Grahameeboy]

Yeah he will... But what gets me... Is all the bad stuff.. Happens to the better people out there... Who don't damn well deserve to have it happen... John being one of those people...

Tell me about it.............I have a disabled Daughter who may not make 20 and I still would not change a thing......I guess it is difficult to explain but John will make something out of this..............in fact he already has eh....

[Titanium]

Bugger, met him las Saturday when he bought my QM 1 piece, was bouncing around like a puppy, was so excited about how his life had just changed and his new van and a garage full of toys to play with ....

Hope all goes well for him.

[Grahameeboy]

plus it may put your own issues in perspective...like I said he has helped you already..

[chanceyy]

Was thinking the same thing tonight... I think a trips instore... When he's up to putting up with me... And when I can afford to make the trip...

well hon easter next yr is a while away so start putting money aside ..

thats what i am doing

[Grahameeboy]

well hon easter next yr is a while away so start putting money aside ..

thats what i am doing

a mass KB gathering............mmm......I like idea....Easter Egg run??

[NotaGoth]

Tell me about it.............I have a disabled Daughter who may not make 20 and I still would not change a thing......I guess it is difficult to explain but John will make something out of this..............in fact he already has eh....

Sorry... Just having a hard time getting my head round it.......Not something I expected to come home and see...

[chanceyy]

a mass KB gathering............mmm......I like idea....Easter Egg run??

either that or a cheap flight down & spend the weekend rather than several days travelling ;)

[Grahameeboy]

Sorry... Just having a hard time getting my head round it.......Not something I expected to come home and see...

No need to.....totally understandable......just coming from a different angle...so take apology back please young lady...

[Grahameeboy]

either that or a cheap flight down & spend the weekend rather than several days travelling ;)

I have Airdollars but I dunno a ride would suit....I may even pick you up from Levin.....or would ya ride your horse.....neyyyyy

[NotaGoth]

well hon easter next yr is a while away so start putting money aside ..

thats what i am doing

Yeah... Have been handing money to mum to hold onto for a bike.... Will start doing the same thing for a trip down there too...

[boomer]

Sad to hear however i'm glad to hear you're copus mentus and hope you heal quick mate!

best wishes!

[Keystone19]

Thinking of you mate. Take care and heal well.

[chanceyy]

I have Airdollars but I dunno a ride would suit....I may even pick you up from Levin.....or would ya ride your horse.....neyyyyy

errrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr might take longer than a weekend on the horse ;) ... but yeah I will take a ride if your looking at heading down ..

just need to sort out when to do the trip down & I am due to work easter & isn't inline due back in naki bout then too ??

[chanceyy]

Yeah... Have been handing money to mum to hold onto for a bike.... Will start doing the same thing for a trip down there too...


yup honey & there is always back packers or we could talk to the nice kbers in chch to see if we can get a bed ;)

Hint hint

[Korea]

Well bugger~

I haven't even had a chance to meet the guy yet but he's always asking "When you back in NZ, Korea?"
I've been especially keen to catch up with the guy 'cos we've got twin 600RR's.

Sorry to hear the news~ get well soon!

[Ghost Lemur]

Shit this is the most shattering news I've heard since Stonechuckers accident.

I'm definitely keen to go up (once we get the ok). He's got a hard road ahead. One I can't even imagine.

Sorry, not sure if this is the time or place (a quick pm if it isn't and I'll edit this post) but I've got to ask. T5-7's I know they're the spinal bones, but what does this mean in terms of the cord being cut there? From where would the paralysis be from?

[Grahameeboy]

yup honey & there is always back packers or we could talk to the nice kbers in chch to see if we can get a bed ;)

Hint hint


Dya know what you just said then!!!!!!

[Grahameeboy]

Shit this is the most shattering news I've heard since Stonechuckers accident.

I'm definitely keen to go up (once we get the ok). He's got a hard road ahead. One I can't even imagine.

Sorry, not sure if this is the time or place (a quick pm if it isn't and I'll edit this post) but I've got to ask. T5-7's I know they're the spinal bones, but what does this mean in terms of the cord being cut there? From where would the paralysis be from?

Thorasic so mid spine.........I think this affects degree of disability....Jim2 will know

[James Deuce]

Shit this is the most shattering news I've heard since Stonechuckers accident.

I'm definitely keen to go up (once we get the ok). He's got a hard road ahead. One I can't even imagine.

Sorry, not sure if this is the time or place (a quick pm if it isn't and I'll edit this post) but I've got to ask. T5-7's I know they're the spinal bones, but what does this mean in terms of the cord being cut there? From where would the paralysis be from?

Thoracic spine or the middle bit. Neck is cervical, lower back is lumbar.

T-6 will be lower chest down.

http://www.spinalinjury.net/html/_anatomy_of_the_spinal_cord_co.html

[Grahameeboy]

Thoracic spine or the middle bit. Neck is cervical, lower back is lumbar.

T-6 will be lower chest down.

Told ya Jim2 would know.......but a bit slow Jim Boy!!:scooter:

[chanceyy]

Dya know what you just said then!!!!!!

ahhhhhhhhhh .. but you know that i did not mean it like that .. ;)

[Sniper]

Fuck :(

Ill be there to say hi as soon as I can, all the best Mrs Inline

[Grahameeboy]

ahhhhhhhhhh .. but you know that i did not mean it like that .. ;)

Like what??

[chanceyy]

Like what??

lol like you thought ;)

[SpeedyGirl]

Thanks for all your thoughts and messages - i will pass them onto John tomorrow - he is basically paralysed from the top of his beer gut down. It is nice to know that so many of you think so much of him - I certainly do. He has been my rock for the last 3 years and I can't imagine my life without him. So I am not going too. Whatever happens I will be there with him and together we will get through this. If anyone wants to talk to him the phone number is 03 364 0640 and either ask for him by name or currently he is on ext 89319 - this phone is in his room and he has a nurse there most of the time - is in a side room - the days and nights are long when you are flat on your back and can't move - he would love to hear from you guys and girls

cheers mrs inline four - aka Donna

[SpeedyGirl]

yup honey & there is always back packers or we could talk to the nice kbers in chch to see if we can get a bed ;)

Hint hint

My home is open, i have room for a few. Anybody is welcome, just let me know!! :yes:

[chanceyy]

My home is open, i have room for a few. Anybody is welcome, just let me know!! :yes:

thanks for the phone number hon .. & the offer of somewhere to stay am sure a few might take you up on that :D

[Grahameeboy]

My home is open, i have room for a few. Anybody is welcome, just let me know!! :yes:

My green rep from Inline to my comment....says it all eh

Your a 'ard man IL4................but respect your view............

Cheers

[James Deuce]

Are you absolutely sure he is up for phone calls?

[SpeedyGirl]

Are you absolutely sure he is up for phone calls?




Mrs Inline Four says yes, not a marathon call but a quick 'Hi' would be great

Cheers

SpeedyGirl (Liz)

[T.W.R]

:gob: Bloody Hell :shit: major Condolences to IL4 & family!!

shit what do you say:crazy: deepest sympathys and thoughts :slap:

[TonyB]

John, it looks like you have a long stay ahead of you. MrsB and I are thinking of you, and I'll be popping over to meet you soon- you're definitely one of KB's more colourful characters, so it'll be great to put a face to the name... just wish it could be under better circumstances.

From experience I know that hospital is a bloody boring place, so I guess it's up to the Chch KB'ers to make sure you have someone to talk shit with on a regular basis. I guess you'll be kept fairly busy with rehab etc- you are in the best place, it's just a bugger it's got to be so far from home.

See you soon matey. Stay strong.

[crashe]

I have rung and left a wee message via a nurse in his room.

Inlinefour - the next few months are going to be tough on you.........
but I know that you will get throu it..... you are a strong dude...

If you decide later on much further down the track, to transfer up to the Otara spinal clinic which is closer to New Plymouth than what Chch is.... you will get to see another lot of us coming to visit you.

Donna - if there is anything any one of us on here can do to help....
no matter what it is.... just ask.......



(((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))) 'son' from 'Maaaaaaaaaaaa'

[andrea]

poor fella i hope he gets well soon:( id ring but im too poor
anyways i wish you a speedy recovery buddy

[andrea]

I have rung and left a wee message via a nurse in his room.

Inlinefour - the next few months are going to be tough on you.........
but I know that you will get throu it..... you are a strong dude...

If you decide later on much further down the track, to transfer up to the Otara spinal clinic which is closer to New Plymouth than what Chch is.... you will get to see another lot of us coming to visit you.

Donna - if there is anything any one of us on here can do to help....
no matter what it is.... just ask.......



(((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))) 'son' from 'Maaaaaaaaaaaa'
hey yeah not a bad idea move him up here we can all visit him umm its right across the road from DB brewry;) its not the nicest looking place though, my friend brother was in there some years back

[Ixion]

Very sad to hear such bad news. Condolences to John and Donna.

[Paul in NZ]

Ack - what a bastard of a thing.....

Look - its early days eh but as a community - what can we do? Any clues, hints etc let us know eh...

Paul and Vicki

[Finn]

Hey IL4. I met up with Dover tonight and we had a beer for you.

We talked about coming down to see you so just let us know when you're ready for a ribbing.

Take care mate.

Finn.

[crashe]

Speedygirl - What is the postal address for everyone to send a card to?

Including room or ward etc.

Can you find out and post it up here for us all...... cheers.

[sunhuntin]

shit...not a nice thing to read!! thoughts are with a soon to be very bored IL4.

damn....why does bad shit always happen to the good ones? as said earlier, he sure as hell dont deserve this shit.

[SpeedyGirl]

Speedygirl - What is the postal address for everyone to send a card to?

Including room or ward etc.

Can you find out and post it up here for us all...... cheers.

Hey

Send all to me if you like at this time and I will take it into him untill we know that he is in Burwood Hospital and the ward number.

John Sandford
C/- 15a Oakhampton St
Hornby
Christchurch

Cheers Liz

[The_Dover]

fuck inline, for once I don't know what to say.

finn and I had a beer for you. i'll see you soon man and if there is anything i can do then let me know.

hope they don't keep you off the bourbon for too long mate, don't worry though I'll make sure these guys still get plenty of shit

[DemonWolf]

Well I'm bloody glad you are still with us mate.. very disturbing news especially when its someone ya ride with... All our thoughts and love go to you and your family! I'll give you a bell tomorrow evening. Stay strong dude, we are here for ya.

Lots of love

[RT527]

Well I didn`t Know John at all but have laughed many a time at some of his posts, My Sympathies and best wishes to His family and John.
Best of luck In the coming months ,Stay strong and take strength from all the Caring and loving People on Kiwibiker.

[Rhino]

Just had a call from Crashe letting Scorpygirl and I know what has happened.:gob:

Our thoughts are with you IL4, hope that the recovery goes well.:yes: As a former Cantabrian, I can state that you are in the best place for spinal injuries. Burwood Spinal Unit will give you the best treatment in NZ for any neck/back injury.:first:

We will try and get down to see you in Chch.

Take care, we are thinking of you.

[Blondini]

My thoughts are with you,really sad news.If there is anything I can do?I have had lots of dealing with the hospital "system" if you need advice.Usually you have to be a" squeaking wheel " to get results.my sincere condolences:hug:

[The_Dover]

Usually you have to be a" squeaking wheel " to get results

bad choice of words but i'm sure john will be a pain in the arse when he needs to be, and more often.

do you think he'd be pissed if I gave him a call now?

[SpeedyGirl]

bad choice of words but i'm sure john will be a pain in the arse when he needs to be, and more often.

do you think he'd be pissed if I gave him a call now?

Probably, he went to sleep about 9.00

[Kornholio]

Dude Im so sorry to hear that.....get back on board soon now ya hear :)

[Kittyhawk]

Hiya, All the best with the recovery, just keep thinking positive. We send our regards (this explains why I haven't seen ya in the chat room for a while.)
Might have to make a special trip down to CHCH and say gidday.
Kisses and hugs from my bike and I. xoxox

[Karma]

Yeh, bit of a shock eh... stay positive dude,

[DMNTD]

Fucks sakes...mate that's a shocker. Not sure what to say at this moment but all our aroha and best wishes from Annette and I and just holla if in need dude :yes:

[Gwinch]

Dude, dude. I've been sitting here for a good fifteen minutes and I still can't thinking of a bloody thing to say except this. I'm sure you'll stay tough throughout it all, it's just what you do. Fortitude is a good characteristic. Be good man, take it easy. :(

[Grahameeboy]

Mrs Inline Four says yes, not a marathon call but a quick 'Hi' would be great

Cheers

SpeedyGirl (Liz)

That rules you and me out Jimbo

[James Deuce]

I was thinking that mate. I find it hard to STFU.

[Grahameeboy]

I was thinking that mate. I find it hard to STFU.


he he...must call you and yap soon...........

[Theatre]

Damn, thats terribly bad luck. It was great meeting IL4 on the ATNR a few months ago and having a yarn about the superiority of 2 strokes. Tough luck mate, best wishes and heres to hoping for a full and complete recovery :yes:

[Motoracer]

I wouldn't wish that on my worst enemy.

Hope all goes well and he makes a speedy recovery.

My best wishes are with you.

[kiwifruit]

damn :(
our thoughts are with you inline

[Sensei]

My good mate John I am lost for words , My CHI goes out to you & Donna , I road the Fucken wheels of the Aprilia for ya On The Pie & Pint dude you would have loved it !! Will talk to you when time is right .

Scott Rachelle Liam & Bing

[gav]

Man, just catching up with this, what a shock....let us know when he's up to visitors and meeting new friends etc. I've got a heap of bike mags etc I'll drop off for him.

[Turtle]

HOLY SHIT .....Im thinkin of ya inline........I guesse this means ya be spendin a lot of time now on tardme now....I had enuf truble tryin to beat u to the bargains as it was............keep ya chin up mate.

[Blondini]

bad choice of words but i'm sure john will be a pain in the arse when he needs to be, and more often.

do you think he'd be pissed if I gave him a call now?

No intention to upset anyone honest,I just learnt that to get anywhere with the" system ' sometimes you have to make a bit of noise.My sincere apology to anyone that took offence:yes:

[Grahameeboy]

No intention to upset anyone honest,I just learnt that to get anywhere with the" system ' sometimes you have to make a bit of noise.My sincere apology to anyone that took offence:yes:

Nothing to apologise for Julie....nothing wrong in what you said and I made the point re ACC and no one was offended......anyway you only upset Dover

[crashe]

Good morning 'son' hope you managed to get some sleep.
We know how hard it is to sleep when all the nurses keep coming in to check this and check that all night throu... and we know that they dont do it quietly at all. Thinking of you mate. 'Maaaaaaaaaaaaa'



speedygirl and Donna - Thanks so much for all the updates. Much appreciated.



And get a laptop or sumthin in there eh, the chatrooms boring without you..

I second that.......


No intention to upset anyone honest,I just learnt that to get anywhere with the" system ' sometimes you have to make a bit of noise.My sincere apology to anyone that took offence

No need to apologise.......

[Racey Rider]

Wow. What do you say?!

Sorry to hear about your misfortune Inline4.
A speedy recovery will be prayed for.

Racey.

[Sniper]

Chatted to Speedygirl, and I was going to wait till Monday, but as they say, sooner the better.

I was thinking of organising a bit of a money pool that we can do to help Inline and Mrs Inline for the future. Im in for $50.

Ways of donating are yet to be decided, but I was thinking of opening a separate bank account and making the number availible for those that wish to deposit something to help out. Anyone with any better ideas?

Might start a new thread so everyone can see

[Grahameeboy]

Chatted to Speedygirl, and I was going to wait till Monday, but as they say, sooner the better.

I was thinking of organising a bit of a money pool that we can do to help Inline and Mrs Inline for the future. Im in for $50.

Ways of donating are yet to be decided, but I was thinking of opening a separate bank account and making the number availible for those that wish to deposit something to help out. Anyone with any better ideas?

Good call Snipet......................start a trust up............

[Macktheknife]

Just got to read this thread, stunned.
John and Donna, my sincere best wishes to you both, I have some experience in dealing with ACC and how to achieve things, if you want any help please ask. There is often more available than people realise, if you have any problems just PM.
John, you are known as a tough bugger, stay that way.
respect and regards
Mack

[Macktheknife]

As it hasn't been specifically suggested yet, I am willing to put together a 'care package' for John to be sent down THIS FRIDAY 10/11/06.
Anyone in the Auckland region who has something they want to send, think about it carefully. We don't want to overload either John or the staff, I have spoken to him this morning and suggested 'audio books', he was keen on the idea. He cannot handle holding books and magazines at present so this seemed like a good solution. He said he likes historical, science fiction, fantasy, novels etc.
If anyone has any other ideas, bring it on.
PM me for details of address, lets make it happen.
Mack

[SixPackBack]

Gutted Inline.........I am absolutley gutted, no shit I had tears in my eyes and lead in my stomach.
Need help with pain management and the back? DMNTD and myself can help with the 'headworx'.
Hope you like visitors John:sunny: a phone call will not be enough.

[terbang]

Bloody hell..! IL4, we here are feeling for ya. Sing out if ya need a hand..
B

[Cibby]

Dear Inline and family

we are so shocked to hear this, it is not often that something this bad happens so close to home, and our thoughts are with you.

Lots of love, Cibby and Lady Bugjuice.

[Scorpygirl]

Hi IL4

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I hope it all goes well with the healing.

Kia kaha, Kia toha, kia manawanui.

Scorpygirl

[crashe]

Messages from Placidfemme and also MadDuck.

"Both send their best wishes and their thoughts are with you".


MadDuck is in Taupo all weekend, so she will post when she gets back to work.
Placidfemme has no internet connection at home except at work.
So she too will read all and post on Monday.



I spoke briefly to John and to Donna this morning.
The consultant was just arriving, so the convo with Donna was cut short.
Donna is heading back to New Plymouth on Monday due to work committments.
So all you gals and guys in Chch and surrounding areas need to keep going to visit John to keep him company and to keep his spirits up.

[ZorsT]

fuck
always happens to the nice guys.

best wishes

[Motu]

I saw the first post in this thread,and then a couple of nights off the computer and busy days where I can't follow a thread of get well wishes....and then this morning I find something truely nasty has happened,I've had to go back through the whole thread to find out what actualy has happened to Inline.Maybe someone could put Speedygirls list of what his injuries actually are on the first post so it's not buried on page 3 where no one can find it.

I've had some big tumbles off road,and most who have been off road have too.But sometimes I think about it,and realise how close to a real serious injury I was....tiz luck,and sometimes we have used today's offered amount.I hope all goes well with the speedy recovery John,and remember to stay positive,the mind is your most powerful healing tool.

[cowpoos]

Tis bad news indeed....hell well john....hope someone can sneak a puter into ya sometime so you can hav a shit stir while you heal....

[Kendog]

This is sad news.

All the best for your recovery.

Nigel & Trudi

[Leong]

Gutted to read about this though I've never met you or had much to do with you online. We would have met if I'd gone with JSG to Winja's place a couple of weeks ago for that BBQ. I sincerely hope that you can keep a good attitude despite what's happened and I wish you all the best for the future...

Leong

[Smokin]

Bloody hell, I have only just found out, can someone please say hi for me?
I only know John through the forum but he sure comes across as a top bloke.
What a truly terrible thing to happen mate and I wish you both all the best.

My thoughts are with you both.

Gordy

[Big Dave]

damn.
sincere best wishes.
dc

[Skyryder]

I called into Burwood to pay Inline a quick visit. Just an off chance thing since I was in the area. Seems he's somewhere else.

Is he able to recieve visitors or is this a bit soon?

I got a wee bit of time up my sleeves for the next couple of weeks due to me telling the boss, next time he sneezes do it up his arse and not over me. So here I am suspended from my job. So what's the story with visits?

Skyryder

[crashe]

skyryder - send speedygirl a pm to find out where inlinefour is based... she will be able to tell you where he is.

You did ask for him by his real name (John sandford) didnt you and not 'inlinefour'. :whistle:

[Skunk]

Only just caught this... Best wishes to you John, and your family.

[Swoop]

Awww, crap.
IL4, I only know you from your forum posts.
John and Donna, if I can be of help, just holler.

[Matt Bleck]

So so sorry to hear this.

My thoughts are with you and your family and I hope to see your red rep sometime soon.

Paul.

[emaN]

Dude,
your news took my breath away... Like mrs IL4 said, least it was "doing something you love", tho' it don't make it any easier to accept.

Take time to go thru' the motions & emotions of it all!
Thinking of you & mrs IL4, & praying you get the best care poss!

Look forward to seeing ya back online bro.

[SpeedyGirl]

this is from Donna using SpeedyGirls login.

John and I just want to say thanks so much for all your best wishes, offers of help, money etc - you are just all so great

John had a rough night last night and his temperature went through the roof so he has an infection somewhere which they need to treat.

he is probably going to theatre next Friday and then he will start to be able to move a bit more. He did a damn good job of stuffing his back and his spine is just so out of place.

his biggest worry at the moment is that he will get booted off kiwi biker for not having a bike any longer. He doesn't want to EVER ride again even on a trike.

He enjoyed the calls he got today and they really brightened up his day - thanks guys

Donna

[crashe]

this is from Donna using SpeedyGirls login.

John and I just want to say thanks so much for all your best wishes, offers of help, money etc - you are just all so great

John had a rough night last night and his temperature went through the roof so he has an infection somewhere which they need to treat.

he is probably going to theatre next Friday and then he will start to be able to move a bit more. He did a damn good job of stuffing his back and his spine is just so out of place.

his biggest worry at the moment is that he will get booted off kiwi biker for not having a bike any longer. He doesn't want to EVER ride again even on a trike.

He enjoyed the calls he got today and they really brightened up his day - thanks guys

Donna

Donna - please tell John that he is always gonna be part of the family on KB.... and that he is missed already on KB with his wit and humour.
So he needs to have his laptop down there asap so that he can come on and chat to us all.....

He has been part of KB and always will be .......... just cos he wont ever ride again.... bikes are in his blood. Tell him that Stonechucker is still part of KB even thou he also isnt riding no more due to his injuries as well.
Once you are part of KB we dont let you go away.

Thanks for the updates re his infection and his operation next week..


((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))) 'son' from 'Maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa'

Donna - you also must look after yourself and get as much rest as you can... as all the travelling up and down the country will tire you out.

[chanceyy]

Hi Donna

thanks for the updates .. & keep us posted

John is one of those great guys who keeps us amused with his various threads or responses to various threads

I my sincere thoughts are with you both & I know its going to be a hard road ahead .. but please please please .. if you need anything feel free to pm or ask as there are such a vast number of ppl on the KB community who would be more than happy to assist in any way they can ..

I will call John at some stage over the next few weeks .. I can imagine he is going through quite a lot at present .. along with yourself

& I will now definately come to chch in the new yr some time to see john & other kbers ..

& you take care of yourself hon :) ...

chanceyy

[SpeedyGirl]

John has got his laptop down here - speedygirl is doing a great job of looking after me and she will pass on his laptop to him as soon as he is able to use it again - at the moment all he gets to look at is the ceiling.

it's just so hard to take it all in at the moment. A week ago I was busy planning our wedding next year and now it is all on hold until he is up and about again. I am just so scared that he will try and get rid of me from his life trying to do the right thing and thinking that he is a burden. but how could he ever be - he is the same in life as on this site. bloody minded and everythings always black or white - no grey in his life.

We are just so grateful to have so many of you out there thinking of us
love and best wishes to everyone who has made contact - john is going to need your support over the coming months as i am just one person and even giving him my 100% is not enough

God bless you all

[chanceyy]

Donna

some ppl have funny idea's bout being burdens etc .. when you still love them for themselves, not for what they can do or not do ... & just ask john if it ever comes up .. would he love you any less if you was in his situation ? then tell him to stop being selfish LOL .. & if that dunna work i am sure we can arrange a 4x2 whack on the head to knock some sense into him. :innocent:

I know several couples who have been where you are .... one moment in time & life as they knew it changed forever ..

just wondering if there is a support group that you can hook into as you go through the new paths in your lives .. make enquiries if you can to see if there are ppl you can talk to who have been through it .. It may help with questions that are bound to crop up once the initial stress of the next few weeks wears off

& keep planning that wedding hon .. just think john can't escape that easy anymore ;)

[crashe]

what chanceyy said......
I sent a pm to you Donna re your last post.

[Scorpygirl]

John (inline4) will always be part of KB as far as I am concerned. And those that want to think about kicking him out just stuff off cause youse aint worth the shit you write!!! It's not about riding a bike, it's about the biker in ya - you Fng tossers!! In Ulysses we have guys that are in their 80s that can't ride anymore but they are still part of the family and welcome at rides and rallies anytime. IN4 is what KB should be all about.....an online family!!

I can't think what else to say at the mo cause it's too gutting!!!

[Skyryder]

John (inline4) will always be part of KB as far as I am concerned. And those that want to think about kicking him out just stuff off cause youse aint worth the shit you write!!! It's not about riding a bike, it's about the biker in ya - you Fng tossers!! In Ulysses we have guys that are in their 80s that can't ride anymore but they are still part of the family and welcome at rides and rallies anytime. IN4 is what KB should be all about.....an online family!!

I can't think what else to say at the mo cause it's too gutting!!!

It's the soul that makes a biker not the bike.

Skyryder

[Ghost Lemur]

He has been part of KB and always will be .......... just cos he wont ever ride again.... bikes are in his blood. Tell him that Stonechucker is still part of KB even thou he also isnt riding no more due to his injuries as well.
Once you are part of KB we dont let you go away.


You be me to saying it crashe. But I couldn't have put it any better.

There is no leaving KB ever. Even those who are no longer with us still have their log in. Those who have chosen to do something else can still long in again at any time.

Donna - I've got a ton of music and audio books on my computer. I'd be happy to throw a ton of it onto a couple of dvd's for John. It must be hell staring at a ceiling all day. Least listing to some books via headphones and his laptop could give his a distraction.

[sunhuntin]

It's the soul that makes a biker not the bike.

Skyryder

well said sky..... very well said.

there was a guy over in the states, he didnt ride very often, as he needed an oxygen pack to be able to do anything. but, i can tell you, he was the most respected biker i have ever known. despite the fact i never spoke to him online, but i saw him mentioned everywhere.

he was not able to ride, but he was a biker before it was cool to be one.

[kickingzebra]

Just caught up with this.
What can I say that hasn't been said?

I'll throw a prayer upwards for you guys.

That sucks!

[Crasherfromwayback]

I was thinking of organising a bit of a money pool that we can do to help Inline and Mrs Inline for the future. Im in for $50.

Ways of donating are yet to be decided, but I was thinking of opening a separate bank account and making the number availible for those that wish to deposit something to help out. Anyone with any better ideas?

Might start a new thread so everyone can see

Has a new thread been started re this?
IL4 and I only swapped words online once, and they were heated. But even though he needn't have, he PM'd me and sent me a heartfelt apology.
Speaks volumes to me.
Please let me know if you've got some sort of trust fund up and running for Donna and John. I'll put a collection bucket in our shop and do my best to have it filled asap.

If you read this IL4....dig it in.

Pete @ WMCC.

[Sniper]

Has a new thread been started re this?
IL4 and I only swapped words online once, and they were heated. But even though he needn't have, he PM'd me and sent me a heartfelt apology.
Speaks volumes to me.
Please let me know if you've got some sort of trust fund up and running for Donna and John. I'll put a collection bucket in our shop and do my best to have it filled asap.

If you read this IL4....dig it in.

Pete @ WMCC.

Its a sticky in Rant and Rave mate :)

[Crasherfromwayback]

Cheers.....

[RT527]

Hi Donna.
You dont know me neither does John, but hopefully what I say might be able to help.

Being part of the Emergency service we have been made aware of Critical incident stress , and the situations that can lead to this.
Something I have learnt is that it doesnt just apply to us in the emergency services, it can affect anybody involved in a stressfull situation such as yours.
I`m not saying that you must go and get help in fact its not about someone telling you what you should do, instead all i can say is that from what I`ve seen here in these posts is that there is an awfully lot of people that care about others so you should have no Problems finding someone to talk to.
Like everyone else has said , Feel free to PM me if you want to talk.I Know people that can help and will contact them if you want tho Know more.
Cheers and all the Best to you And John.

I also Had a friend that lost an Arm due to a M/cycle accident, and have experienced first hand the Stress and pain the family goes through not to mention the Patient as well.
:love: :sunny:

[Paul in NZ]

Crikey - I was gunna send you a PM but I'm old and cant figure out who is posting from whos log in any more but...

WHEN IL4 wants to use a PC - PM me an I'll see what I can do. I can get an LCD screen and maybe rig it to a stand so he can see it or something? I usually have a spare keyboard or can rig a wireless thing or something?? Stuffed if I know but I have access to some technology and a team of techs in ChCh plus all the clever ChCh KBrs...

Whatever we can do eh?

Look - it's early and this is a BIG thing. Its going to take more than a couple of weeks to sort through. Don't make rash decisions until everything settles and no thoughts about KB other than belonging to this community for a long time eh?

This is a crappy hand Johns been dealt but how you play the game is whats important. Again, when it comes time to draw another card, let us know and somehow, we will help OK.....

Paul N

As in nature, as in art, so in grace; it is rough treatment that gives souls, as well as stones, their luster. The more the diamond is cut the brighter it sparkles; and in what seems hard dealing, there God has no end in view but to perfect His people. ~ Thomas Guthrie ~

[Madness]

his biggest worry at the moment is that he will get booted off kiwi biker for not having a bike any longer. He doesn't want to EVER ride again even on a trike.

He will always be part of this community, just as he will always be welcome on the Stunts USA website (Yeah, right). Donna please know that you have friends all over NZ that you haven't yet met & we all want to help in any way we can. Our dog ate a large nut (as in bolt & nut) this weekend so is in doggy hostpital at the moment, we are upset at this but now I have a new sense of perspective. Take care and remember, time heals most things.

-Chris

[98tls]

Dont know you both but wish you both all the best from the bottom of my heart....heal quickly mate...mrs inline you sound like a great lady..stay strong girl things will only get better.

[erik]

Sorry to hear what has happened.
All the best for your recovery.

[Scouse]

So sorry to hear abut this John I hope you heal up Im lost for words

[zadok]

So sorry to hear about this. I'll be having prayer for your complete recovery.:yes:

[Grahameeboy]

So sorry to hear about this. I'll be having prayer for your complete recovery.:yes:

and more so pray to give them the strength to deal with this..........

[Hitcher]

There are always times when I haven't been on KB for a couple of days that I wonder what I will find out. Today was one of those days. I always hate it when folks I know get hurt. Or worse. A mixture of total powerlessness and a reminder of our own fragility.

Our thoughts are with you and yours, John.

Jane & Brett

[Oakie]

Yeah. What Hitcher said. I login after a couple of days and find this sad news.

I live about 1 km from the hospital so if I can help anyone from out of town who comes to visit John (phone, coffee, food, bike parking ... could probably arrange a couple of bunk beds too if need be), just yell.

Richard

[Colapop]

John, mate, words fail me. Stunned I suppose. Take each day as it comes. As you know, ther'll be ups and downs. Kia Kaha.

[SpeedyGirl]

john has been not so great today - having problems with his breathing and has had to have a special mask on today to help him breathe better. He has his i-river, his PSP and his laptop down here - speedygirl is minding them until he gets out of ICU and can start using them. It will be a few weeks before he can use the laptop because he has to lie flat because of his fractured ribs and scapula(shoulder blade). He gets turned every 3 hours from his back to his right side so is able to watch movies. ICU have a good amount for him to watch. For anyone visiting him when he gets to Burwood (I will let you all know when that happens) who wants to know what to take - he loves grapes, blue powerade, bananas and watermelon, rockmelon etc. thank you so much for all your kind words - i pass them onto John and he is over whelmed by the effect he has had on others lives, and that he is so missed in the chatrooms. I will go and see Public Trust on Tuesday and then let you all know about how to make donations. I will get it set up for John with his boy Brett (aged 6) as next-of-kin on it as I can still work and support us.
God bless you all Donna

[Scorpygirl]

john has been not so great today - having problems with his breathing and has had to have a special mask on today to help him breathe better. He has his i-river, his PSP and his laptop down here - speedygirl is minding them until he gets out of ICU and can start using them. It will be a few weeks before he can use the laptop because he has to lie flat because of his fractured ribs and scapula(shoulder blade). He gets turned every 3 hours from his back to his right side so is able to watch movies. ICU have a good amount for him to watch. For anyone visiting him when he gets to Burwood (I will let you all know when that happens) who wants to know what to take - he loves grapes, blue powerade, bananas and watermelon, rockmelon etc. thank you so much for all your kind words - i pass them onto John and he is over whelmed by the effect he has had on others lives, and that he is so missed in the chatrooms. I will go and see Public Trust on Tuesday and then let you all know about how to make donations. I will get it set up for John with his boy Brett (aged 6) as next-of-kin on it as I can still work and support us.
God bless you all Donna

Thanks for the update Donna. I hope they can get his breathing stable soon. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Please pass thoughts onto John. There are heaps of people thinking about you all. :love: :love: :sunny:

[crashe]

Donna - Thank you so much for the update.....

So we take it that he is in Christchurch Hospital at the moment is that correct?? Then later on John will be moved over to the Burwood Spinal Unit??????????


So what ward and room is he in at the moment for those wanting to visit John??




((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))) 'son' from 'Maaaaaaaaaa'

[Macktheknife]

love and best wishes to everyone who has made contact - john is going to need your support over the coming months as i am just one person and even giving him my 100% is not enough

God bless you all

Donna, with the greatest of respect; that is enough. Even for him.
As for the support of those here who care for him, even if we haven't met him, it is IMO, a given.
KB is an online community that in many ways is closer than a physical community. We all share a passion for the same thing, despite our differences. When one of our community suffers a loss, we share that. When one of our number needs support we provide it as best we can, knowing that it will be returned if ever we should be in need ourselves. That is what real communities do.
I wish you and John the best of strength, patience, and fortitude for the coming time.
regards
Mack

[Meekey_Mouse]

If by any chance people are going down from up north in the north island to visit him they are more then welcome to stay here.

Thanks for the update Donna :) If there is any other way we can help at all please let us know, although I am not sure what we can do being so far away.

Thoughts and prayers are with you all,

Jas

[placidfemme]

Such bad news. I heard over the weekend but was unable to come online and post.

Sorry to hear about your bin IL4, hopefully the treatment doesn't last too long and you'll be home before you know it.

Sam and I send out thoughts and prayers... I know you've had a lot of offers already, but if theres anything you may need, don't be shy to send me a PM

[MyGSXF]

Very sorry to hear this news!! Thinking of you all, & wishing you a speedy recovery IL4! ps.. take it easy on the student nurses aye!! :shutup:

Jen :rockon:

PS: Anyone travelling South (& back again) to visit IL4, & needs a place to stay in Nelson along the way.. pm me!!

[spudchucka]

I haven't been reading KB much lately and just saw this thread.

I'm really sorry to hear about the accident and wish you a quick recovery.

[carver]

jeez, i met inline a few weeks ago, he came down to our 10pm meet...
had a good ol chat with him at winja's BBQ, a fucking nice guy..
did he bin that 97 CR125 he just got? of was it the DRZ?
il chat to sniper about a donation for the inline fund.

[Sniper]

In regards to donations guys, we will just wait for Donna to set up the account and then we can go from there.

At the moment, just keep Inline in thought.

[Squeak the Rat]

I've written about twenty sentences and deleted them all because they sounded either naff, soppy or patronising. So, just a big ditto to all thats been said before. Let us know if you need/want anything. I haven't met you in person but that doesn't mean jack.

StR.

[riffer]

Jeez John, I just caught this thread. Like everyone else, I'm gutted and don't quite know what to say.

It's a long road. Take your time. You're lucky to have the support of a good woman. So many don't.

Whether you ride again or not is entirely up to you. But you'll always be a motorcyclist. If you do ever decide to ride again check out Dreamfit, an Australian company that specialise in Recreation products for paralysed people, and especially in motorcycle conversions for T6 paraplegics.

See here: http://www.dreamfit.com.au/

[Stroker Girl]

Hey IL4

So sorry to hear about your accident. I hope you are feeling more comfortable today and not in too much pain.

On the positive side, the reaction from KB and the feelings of love and support shown on this thread has brought tears to my eyes. You are one popular guy! :love:

All the best for your recovery, thinking of you and your family.

[Lias]

Rang and spoke to John briefly a few minutes ago. Poor bugger sounded shattered, so I only spoke to him for a minute or two to pass on our thoughts and best wishes, and a quick chat about entertainment options for him. He said hes finding it too tiring to watch movies, but that audiobooks are great.

I have a few at home in MP3 format that I'm going to send down to Speedygrl to pass onto him, if any of you have others i'm sure he'd appreciate them being sent down too.

I cant remember all of what I have at home, but from memory I have War of the Worlds, some/all of LOTR, and some of the Harry Potters. I'll post a more comprehensive list later on.

[slimjim]

hang tough John, and yup burwood is one of the best in the south,and YOU will be taught alot of thing's, this i trust from them, and as you will well see, you have a greater family circle than you ever knew, so speak out if you have need ,
alot will listen ,

[KATWYN]

Well all I can say is Inlinefour and myself have never seen eye to
eye and have had some rather interesting, actually more like harsh words with eachother via PM :sweatdrop

But no one deserves something like this to happen. What an awful thing to have happen. I really hope things will be ok for John and his family. I wish him
well in his recovery.

K

[crashe]

Whether you ride again or not is entirely up to you. But you'll always be a motorcyclist. If you do ever decide to ride again check out Dreamfit, an Australian company that specialise in Recreation products for paralysed people, and especially in motorcycle conversions for T6 paraplegics.

See here: http://www.dreamfit.com.au/

That was awesome to read........ and it can be done....

I actually thought about a trike with a modified seat that can swing around and then be locked into postition once John was on board... and the wheelchair could be fitted onto the back of the trike so that when he stops he can get back into his wheelchair. Also modified hand gears to work the brakes and gears etc.

But at the end of the day it is up to John as to what he wishes to do.....
but then we are talking some time down the track for this to happen.

Never say never.



(((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))) 'son' from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaa'

[Street Gerbil]

Mr and Mrs SG join in prayer for IL's speedy and complete recovery. Refuah shlemah, mate!

[SPman]

Away for a few days and this - shit - not the sort of thing you want to see.
Met John a couple of times and ...what can you say...stroppy on line but a nice guy in the real world. Burwood's the best place for him at a time like this, so I hope all goes as well as possible.

Whether you ride again or not is entirely up to you. But you'll always be a motorcyclist. If you do ever decide to ride again check out Dreamfit, an Australian company that specialise in Recreation products for paralysed people, and especially in motorcycle conversions for T6 paraplegics.
Have been to their factory and the official launch of their modified bike - a small group of enthusiastic people who are doing a great job.

[Ghost Lemur]

That was awesome to read........ and it can be done....

I actually thought about a trike with a modified seat that can swing around and then be locked into postition once John was on board... and the wheelchair could be fitted onto the back of the trike so that when he stops he can get back into his wheelchair. Also modified hand gears to work the brakes and gears etc.

But at the end of the day it is up to John as to what he wishes to do.....
but then we are talking some time down the track for this to happen.

Never say never.



(((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))) 'son' from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaa'

There was a link posted to a US thread a couple of years ago by an American rider who was paralysed in a motorcycle accident and his getting back on a bike with the help of a Californian company which make a very similar bike.
The way it works is the wheels are retractable and come down at 5mph so they come down at lights and retract back up when leaving. The guy had a lot of courage and zest, and the thread was an amazing read.
The one who really impressed me though she didn't post herself in the thread, was his wife. Here's the woman who's (you could say) had all the emotional strain of his accident, survival, rehab, life change, etc. You could justifiably expect her to loath motorcycles, and yet here she was continuing to support her husband and his desires.
A very brave strong woman. I'll see if I can dredge up the link again.

As for audio books (mp3's) I have from memory...

Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy
Anansi Boys by Neil Gaiman. Very good.
Starship Troopers
Animal Farm
Most of Philip K Dick's works

If someone can post a link of authors John likes I'll source what I can for him.

[Finn]

Can you get porn in Audiobooks? Oh yeah, yeah, yes, yes, yes, i'm sure you can. Knowing IL4, I think he would prefer this to Harry bloody Potter.

[ceebie13]

Well all I can say is Inlinefour and myself have never seen eye to
eye and have had some rather interesting, actually more like harsh words with eachother via PM :sweatdrop

But no one deserves something like this to happen. What an awful thing to have happen. I really hope things will be ok for John and his family. I wish him
well in his recovery.

K

Ditto. My sentiments entirely, Katwyn. You have taken the words right out of my mouth. Speedy recovery John.
Richard

[Biff]

All the best IL4.
Regards
The Biffs

[Al]

IL4, all the best and hoping for a speedy recovery.

Al&Thea

[Ghost Lemur]

There was a link posted to a US thread a couple of years ago by an American rider who was paralysed in a motorcycle accident and his getting back on a bike with the help of a Californian company which make a very similar bike...


Poor form to quote oneself I know.

After spending my afternoon hunting for the thread I've finally found it.

Here's the thread SpankMe started (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=2861) in which he linked to this thread (http://www.sv-portal.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4468).

Had some fun reminising in some of the old threads during my search too.

Now back on topic, is there an ETA on when John is going to be transfered to Burwood?

[Sniper]

Now back on topic, is there an ETA on when John is going to be transfered to Burwood?

Speedygirl should know. I think it was Wednesday. I'll be popping in to see him once the OK is given

[crashe]

Poor form to quote oneself I know.

After spending my afternoon hunting for the thread I've finally found it.

Here's the thread SpankMe started (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=2861) in which he linked to this thread (http://www.sv-portal.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4468).

Cant view the pictures (in post #1 and post #7)....... unless one goes to register on that site....
Is there any chance you could bring them up and over to KB for us to see....
cheers.

[Wellyman]

All my best wishes to IL4, and his wife. get well soon mate.
WM

[MidnightMike]

:shit: Oh man, i havent been on kb for a while and saw the thread about the fund before this one.

Gutted man, this kind of thing always happens to the best of people.

Ive only talked to you through KB and chat but your helpful as hell and will always be in the KB family. :rockon:

Itll be good to see you posting on KB sometime in the future.

Get well soon man,

Midnightmike.

[Virago]

I've just caught up with this thread myself - absolutely shocked by the news.

My thoughts are with you IL4. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

Ken

[Clivoris]

I haven't met you yet IL4 but want to post and wish you all the best for your recovery. It probably isn't news to you but you and your family will be surfing some wild emotions during the first parts of recovery. Surf them for all your worth brother. Hang tough and hang together when you can. I will keep monitoring this and the other thread to see if there are any opportunities to do anything more practically helpful.

[Two Smoker]

ONly heard about this yesterday. Very sad to hear john, all the best, and Chloe and I will try pop in when we are down in the south island...

[bugjuice]

geez, that took a bit of reading to get thru!!

Can't say anything new that hasn't been said, but don't give up mate, I've heard of bad stories with good endings.. just keep a good view and hope for the best.

Thoughts and sympathies with ya mate.. all the best

[u4ea]

inline 4.....

thinking of you mate

u4ea

[pritch]

I was aware that there had been an accident and that someone had been flown to Christchurch but was unaware it was John until I saw Jim2s thread.

What a shock!

I don't pray much (understatement) but I'll say a few for John and his.

[oldguy]

just came across this thread, sorry to hear this, all the best with your recovery.

[heavenly.talker]

I felt sick when hubby told me and still feel shocked now. There are no words except to say, we care and wish you and Donna all the best. You are in our thoughts and hearts IL4.

[Pex Adams]

All the best in the speedy recovery and Rehab IL4.

[Pwalo]

Best wishes IL4.

[babyB]

thats hard reading
Inline am kinda lost for words
heart felt well wishes to ya all

This KB family is is amazing they're with you 24/7 through light n love

[adiddy]

get better soon mate
anyone from auckland thinking of riding down maybe february next year?

[MD]

I just caught up with this terrible news. So sorry IL4.
Wishing you all the best and your friends and family.
You have had to face what is probably for most of us our worse nightmare.
Mark

[mstriumph]

have only just picked up this thread

shattering news -

i'm keeping my fingers crossed for you - it's going to be a long haul, stay strong John.

[**R1**]

Well I know IL4 and I havnt quite seen eye 2 eye in the past...but all crap aside that just sucks man..

All the best for the recovery, if ya's need a hand in Chch just let me know..

Aaron

[crashe]

Slipstream has asked me to pass on this message:
(as her comp is out of action at the moment)

"All the best mate and thinking of you and Donna"

[crashe]

I have just spoken to John on the phone. He is rapt to hear that there is a huge thread going for him to read and that there is so much support on KB for him.

He is having his operation tomorrow (Wednesday) morning at around 8amish...
He said it would be a approx 4 hours operation.

This operation is to make it possible for John to be able to sit up properly in his wheelchair etc.... they are putting in pins or plates into his spine.
This is a big operation and a huge hurdle for John to get throu.

Can someone in Christchurch please pop into Christchuch Hospital tomorrow night to see how it all went and then let us know on here. Cheers.


(((((((HUGS)))))))))) 'son' from 'Maaaaaaaaaaaaa'

[Milky]

Not sure if you are a fan of douglas adams, but I have the full HHGTG radio series as mp3s if you want them IL4.

Best of luck with your recovery. Keep as positive as you can...

[sels1]

Good luck with the operation, and the recovery afterwards.

[et al]

IL4, I am sorry to hear about your accident - I don't know you but we are all kindred spirits on here. All the best wishes for what lies ahead, and I hope for the best possible outcome.

[Edbear]

IL4, I am sorry to hear about your accident - I don't know you but we are all kindred spirits on here. All the best wishes for what lies ahead, and I hope for the best possible outcome.



Hear,hear!

[RnB Fan]

Best wishes.

RnB

[ZeroIndex]

just heard about IL4 today from Carver.. last time I saw him was messing around at WINJA's BBQ.. hope the op goes ok IL4, best wishes to you and your family..

[SpeedyGirl]

I have just spoken to John on the phone. He is rapt to hear that there is a huge thread going for him to read and that there is so much support on KB for him.

He is having his operation tomorrow (Wednesday) morning at around 8amish...
He said it would be a approx 4 hours operation.

This operation is to make it possible for John to be able to sit up properly in his wheelchair etc.... they are putting in pins or plates into his spine.
This is a big operation and a huge hurdle for John to get throu.

Can someone in Christchurch please pop into Christchuch Hospital tomorrow night to see how it all went and then let us know on here. Cheers.


(((((((HUGS)))))))))) 'son' from 'Maaaaaaaaaaaaa'



Hey

Well John's Mum arrived yesterday and she will be here all week and be with John most of the days to come ..... I saw him last night and he was tired but still cracking a joke :)
I will be seeing him tonight after work and will be hearing from his Mum during the day, she will let me know how the op went... will post more as soon as I hear anything.

John is not up to many visitors as yet but will let you know as soon as he can see more people :Punk:

Liz (SpeedyGirl)

[placidfemme]

Hey IL4, hope your op today goes well... One day at a time.

[Ghost Lemur]

It would be making bigger leaps and bounds if ignorant arses like G W Bush hadn't banned stem cell research.

Screw Bioengineered bits. This is the 21st Century and I want my Cyborg parts damn it. Oh and my flying car.

Back on topic...

Thanks for the update SpeedyGirl. Will be thinking of him today especially. Hopefully the op goes well.

[The_Dover]

Send Tons of Fun my regards.

I can't afford to get to Chch to see him but I'll hit the naki when he gets back and give him some shit.

I'll even bring bourbon.

[Al]

Hope the op is going to make life more bearable for you IL4.
One day at a time and with the support of all who love you and care for and about you I know you will make a great recovery!

You are in our prayers and thoughts

Al&Thea

[Flyingpony]

Hi IL4 and family,

Just finished reading all the various posts. Shocking news and hope you'll make a great recovery.

You and your family are in our prayers and thoughts.

Flyingpony.

[Coaster]

Hi it's Donna finally using her kiwibiker membership that Mr Inline Four did for me months ago but then never gave me my password
Sorry I haven't been in contact for a few days but I have been busy sorting out everything up here. I had to drive to Paraparaumu today to drop off the Rat Bike that John had done up and sold on Trade Me. I still need to go and pick up his motocross bike yet - that I am not looking forward to doing!!!!
John is currently under heavy sedation following his op which went well - he is still ventilated at the moment but they hope to take it out tomorrow and then let him slowly wake up
His back has now been successfully pinned in place, so he will be shifted to the Trauma Unit at Chch Hospital in the next couple of days and then out to Burwood. I am coming back down next Monday to be with him for a few days before I go back to work
In the coming weeks/months I will have to sell all his motorbike gear and the road legal bikes including mine so will post on site in the hope that someone out there may want them
I am going to the Bank tomorrow to organise a savings account to put any donations in - to set up a trust fund costs too much in legal fees etc. You can be sure that any donations would not be abused and I would put them towards getting Mr Inline 4 mobile again - such as a van or motorised wheelchair
Once again thank you all so much for all the kind thoughts and words - John will get the chance to read all this as soon as he gets to sit upright and use it again. I have been telling him what people say

[MyGSXF]

Hi Donna..

Thanks heaps for the update!! Excellent to hear the op went well today!!!! Have been thinking a lot about you both, & hoping today would be ok!!! much love from us to you both!!

Jen xx

[James Deuce]

Donna, if you need to sell bikes we'd like to help by running a high reserve auction on KB. Someone's already mentioned this further up the thread, but we'll do what we can to help, rest assured.

I'll give Johna call when he gets to Burwood and have a chat.

Look after yourself. It's really important that you do. It's easy to run yourself into the ground at the moment, so don't be afraid to take a breather from time to time.

Regards

JIm

[crashe]

Hi Donna,

Good to see you posting under your own user name...
Thank you so much for letting us know how his operation went today.
I am so pleased that it all went well.

(((((((((HUGS))))))))))))) 'son' from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaaaa'

((((((((((HUGS))))))))))) to you also Donna




PS: You know how to contact me....

[Coaster]

Forgot to mention also that Mr Inline 4 would definetely prefer Harry Potter to porn - there was a thread not that long ago in which he expressed his beliefs that KB was for serious motorbike enthusiasts and not for "dicks interested in porn". When you are confined to the one place any sort of entertainment has its value (except porn) - he will be so grateful for anything he receives even if it is just a card or phonecall saying hi.
I am looking after myself too - have invites to dinner every night this week which is good because I cannot be bothered cooking with my carnivore here to enjoy it with me.
Something to smile at: the other night when John was high as a kite on Morphine and other pain meds he kept talking in an American accent - southern drawl if you can believe that! When the nurse told him that he could just speak normally and she didn't need the accent he turned around and said to her "Ma-am I'm afraid I can't do that" in his american accent.
He doesn't have a brain injury and still retains all his character - as someone said - he's lovely in person but bloody pigheaded when he gets an idea in his head and he rushes in like a bull in a china shop.

[Grahameeboy]

Forgot to mention also that Mr Inline 4 would definetely prefer Harry Potter to porn - there was a thread not that long ago in which he expressed his beliefs that KB was for serious motorbike enthusiasts and not for "dicks interested in porn". When you are confined to the one place any sort of entertainment has its value (except porn) - he will be so grateful for anything he receives even if it is just a card or phonecall saying hi.
I am looking after myself too - have invites to dinner every night this week which is good because I cannot be bothered cooking with my carnivore here to enjoy it with me.
Something to smile at: the other night when John was high as a kite on Morphine and other pain meds he kept talking in an American accent - southern drawl if you can believe that! When the nurse told him that he could just speak normally and she didn't need the accent he turned around and said to her "Ma-am I'm afraid I can't do that" in his american accent.
He doesn't have a brain injury and still retains all his character - as someone said - he's lovely in person but bloody pigheaded when he gets an idea in his head and he rushes in like a bull in a china shop.


Yep Inline is still 'Online'..............we love the person most eh and I guess as we get older the body gets older anyway and what is inside is what counts so I guess this is the case with John...........

You may or not know my circumstances but I do not think of my Daughter being disabled because in a funny way this does not become important anymore and I guess for Natalie her disability is a minor issue and what is more important to her are cuddles, her rabbit etc.....well hopefully this makes sense because it is not how we feel ie self pity that is important.

[Racey Rider]

I still need to go and pick up his motocross bike yet - that I am not looking forward to doing!!!!


If you'ld like someone else to do it, I have trailor, and plenty of time.

Racey / Alex - 7532240

[Shadows]

I'm sad to hear of the accident, I can't think of much else that could change your lives so much. I hope you both get through it all okay. All the best.

[terbang]

The Bible-thumpers latched onto the "foetus" myth for their own perverse ends. What researchers want are embryonic stem cells. They can extract these from placental blood rather than having to source these from foetuses.
Hasn't old G Dubeyer B been refusing to sign off on this or similar. Maybe things could be looking a bit brighter on this subject now that he's a lame duck..

[Scorpygirl]

Hi

Glad John made it through the big op!!! My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family tonight. Love and Blessings. :love:

[chanceyy]

Hi Donna

welcome & again thanks for the update, you guys were in my thoughts alot today so glad one hurdle has passed.

As soon as you let us know its ok, I will give john a call

& remember if you need a hand with anything there are plenty of ppl on here who would be more than willing to help .. just do not forget to ask hon

& you take care of yourself

:))

[Quasievil]

MODERATOR Note

Two complaints re this thread, please keep it on track, this is not a argument about Stem Cell rights or wrongs, also possibly not appropriate on a thread containing supporting messages for IL4 and Donna.
Will be infracting for off topics here on in.

[dawnrazor]

just caught up with this all now.....what do you say......good luck on the road ahead of you

[Bend-it]

Hey Donna, just wanted to add to the voices of support and concern. You definitely have my thoughts and prayers. Will post one in the scottish thread for those who want, to agree with.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=818282&postcount=6367

[Al]

Donna, glad to hear that the op went to plan and thanks for keeping us all informed.
As others have said, you need to look after yourself too... IL4 has all the best care and you need to ensure that you do too, in preparation for the time that he will be relying on you to be his supporting pillar.
Be strong and take care and all our love and blessings to you both!

Al&Thea

[Macktheknife]

Thanks for keeping us informed Donna, so glad to hear the op went well. Continued regards and support to you and John, the road is long but shared by friends.

[Meekey_Mouse]

Hey Donna, as all others have said... Glad to hear that he is ok after the op:yes:

Thanks so much for the updates :rockon:

Jas

[ajturbo]

If you'ld like someone else to do it, I have trailor, and plenty of time.

Racey / Alex - 7532240

where and when? i could give you a hand here, or even use my van...

[Oakie]

Hey Donna. Thanks for the updates.

As I mentioned in the other thread, Mrs Oakie and I live about 1km from the hospital so if there's any practical help we can provide, just yell.

Our thoughts are with you both

Richard & Vicki

[Zukin]

Wicked:shit:

I have been away for a a while and have just caught up with this news!
IL4 you are in the best place.

Even though we have never met (like most of the KB's on here) it feels as though you are a good friend, so we will certainly pop in on our ride around NZ for a visit wherever you are in February next year.

All the very best on your road to recovery
Scott & Carissa

[Silage]

Just caught up with this thread also. So sorry to hear about the accident IL4. Prayers ongoing.

As another of the Chch crew, if there is anything I can help with, just let me know. Will drop over when things settle a bit.

[Blondini]

Hiya,just letting you know that you guys are never far from my thoughts.My love to you both:love: :hug:

[Edbear]

Concur with all the supportive posts, here, and glad the op went well. CAn you tell us anything about a prognosis as yet, or is it too soon for the surgeon to give one?