Biker down... :(

**igor** · 12th February 2006, 17:58

Originally Posted by froggyfrenchman

it was a poker run organised by the outlaws, most of the bikes there wernt olutlaws or any patched club

so we should have as much sympathy as if a member of Al Queda blew himself up accidently.

**igor** · 12th February 2006, 17:59

Originally Posted by marty

ok. i thought i saw a virago there somewhere

send ya CV to TV3, i am sure the job is yours already. $400000 a year ok.

**Bonez** · 12th February 2006, 18:14

It was a head on hmmmmmmmmmm. Could this been another case a somebody showing off expecting a "cage" to get out of there way? Sympathy goes to the dead pillions family and most of those injured. I'll reserve judgment on the rider that collected the car when all the facts are in.

**igor** · 12th February 2006, 18:34

Originally Posted by Bonez

I'll reserve judgment on the rider that collected the car when all the facts are in.

facts, this is kiwibiker

no facts needed here just one eyed judgement

**Meanie** · 12th February 2006, 18:36

Originally Posted by Bonez

It was a head on hmmmmmmmmmm. Could this been another case a somebody showing off expecting a "cage" to get out of there way? Sympathy goes to the dead pillions family and most of those injured. I'll reserve judgment on the rider that collected the car when all the facts are in.

I,m with you bones but i cant help wondering why anyone would mix booze and bikes they just dont go together
Dam, the roads are dangerous enough

**idb** · 12th February 2006, 18:45

I never go on large group rides.
Here is the very reason why.

If it turns out that drink was involved then it was the rider's decision to drink - not the organisers.
I hope they don't get crucified on that basis.

**Jackrat** · 12th February 2006, 18:50

Originally Posted by marty

ok. i thought i saw a virago there somewhere

Cheeky bugger!!! That was more worthy of,,,,me.
Wonder how long before he reacts??

**Virago** · 12th February 2006, 19:06

Originally Posted by Kornholio

Dunno but he got the first one head-on then ploughed into 10 others... 1 dead and 10 or so in hospital with serious injuries.....Damn

From what I heard, the driver did not get the first one head-on, the biker got him head-on. Slight difference....

**Bonez** · 12th February 2006, 19:09

Originally Posted by Virago

From what I heard, the driver did not get the first one head-on, the biker got him head-on. Slight difference....

That's exactly how I understood it too. Why is it when a cage is involved they always seem to get the blame?

**idb** · 12th February 2006, 19:14

Originally Posted by Bonez

That's exactly how I understood it too. Why is it when a cage is involved they always seem to get the blame?

TV3 news was careful not to emphasise blame I thought.
They said that it appeared that the biker tried a dodgy passing manoeuvre and left it at that.

**Bonez** · 12th February 2006, 19:21

Originally Posted by idb

TV3 news was careful not to emphasise blame I thought.
They said that it appeared that the biker tried a dodgy passing manoeuvre and left it at that.

He may not even have been part of the run, just attemting to get around a large group of fellow motorcyclists and fucked it up for everyone else.

**cowboyz** · 12th February 2006, 19:30

Originally Posted by Bonez

He may not even have been part of the run, just attemting to get around a large group of fellow motorcyclists and fucked it up for everyone else.

To start with I never saw the article. I only know about it from what has been posted on this thread and the hearld report.

Although might be a bit of a stretch there bonez. I think it would be pretty safe to assume that he was in the group. Not withstanding that when in any group, everyone is responsible for their own actions. This is why I never spout on in a group about everyone riding at their own pace. Not my bike, not my life. Just don't take me out if you are going to do something stupid.

It would appear that this guy got over zealous and screwed it up and unfortunately took out 10 other bikers. I feel for the other bikers and the poor guy in the car.

Of course, my entire post is made of my opinion (waiting for negative rep from inlinefour) and only based on the limited information I have about the incident as I see it now.

**Waylander** · 12th February 2006, 19:30

Originally Posted by Bonez

That's exactly how I understood it too. Why is it when a cage is involved they always seem to get the blame?

Because most of the time they are at fault. No it was not a gang ride and a vast majority of poker runs (even the one run by gangs) have nothing to do with alchohol. Maybe you peaple should try going on a few of them.

Who really cares who is at fault, a fellow biker is dead. Show some respect.

**Scorpygirl** · 12th February 2006, 19:36

Originally Posted by Waylander

Because most of the time they are at fault. No it was not a gang ride and a vast majority of poker runs (even the one run by gangs) have nothing to do with alchohol. Maybe you peaple should try going on a few of them.

Who really cares who is at fault, a fellow biker is dead. Show some respect.

Waylander, I was the second to post on this thread. RIP and condolences to all involved!!

I never blamed anyone just wanted to let people know what I had read, right or wrong.