Rider dies at Desert Storm

[Pierce]

Sad sad news indeed. Its crazy as only on the weekend I was telling my GF that deaths in our sport aren't that common (talking about the driving age and saying more deaths are caused on roads by young drivers) then this happens.

Condolences are going out to the family and friends of the rider.

Its extremely sobering when we have tradgity like this happen in our sport.

[dino3310]

FYI

A service for Damian will be held at Hamilton Gardens Pavilion, Cobham Drive, Hamilton, on Saturday, 22 January 2011at 2pm followed by private cremation. All communications to the Ansell family PO Box 5523 Frankton, Hamilton, 3242. Seddon Park Funeral Home

[warewolf]

Sad news... and not the first death at Desert Storm, which will be even harder for Nick and his team. My thoughts are with all those affected.

Its crazy as only on the weekend I was telling my GF that deaths in our sport aren't that common (talking about the driving age and saying more deaths are caused on roads by young drivers) then this happens.

Yes, but you are still correct as one more death doesn't make it common.

[cave weta]

While I agree with you CW, maybe this thread shouldn't go into the possible causes and speculation as it may be viewed by people that knew the rider.

Valid points, we have all witnessed people riding above their level and I for one have caught myself out doing it in the past.
Though it is still pure speculation as to what happened in this case.
Only the coroner can say for sure, please wait for that before passing judgement on this ride or the rider.
Name released now but still no cause.
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/ar...ectid=10700201

RIP Damo.

Yep, right on.

Read my post gentlemen... Im not passing judgment on the rider- I havent even mentioned the rider. I am talking about the large numbers of people, the huge variance in skill level and the low visibility due to dust. The environment of large rides is a danger is my point

[Crisis management]

Read my post gentlemen... Im not passing judgment on the rider-

I realise that, I was simply concerned that some of more feather brained on KB might take up the challenge and the thread would deteriorate into a pile of speculation. I had no intention of criticising your comments, I have every respect for your judgement in these matters.

Cheers,
Iain