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Old 02-12-2010, 06:29 PM   #11
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yikes. Are they doing skeleton this year? Gotta be real hairy for those guys
Yes they are, thats the onI would love to do too
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Old 02-12-2010, 06:40 PM   #12
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Brutal.

http://www.nbcolympics.com/video/ass...tal+luge+crash
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Old 02-12-2010, 07:36 PM   #13
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Wow, NBC just showed the video at the start of their opening ceremonies coverage. I'm amazed they showed it. There was no way to survive an impact like that.
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Old 02-12-2010, 07:39 PM   #14
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Wow, NBC just showed the video at the start of their opening ceremonies coverage. I'm amazed they showed it. There was no way to survive an impact like that.

Holy shit he hit that pole hard
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Oh shit.
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Old 02-12-2010, 08:04 PM   #16
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Holy shit he hit that pole hard


Ouch is right. RIP
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Old 02-12-2010, 08:23 PM   #17
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WTF? Is your life worth Gold? I have risked more for a piece of particle board and chromed plastic. I have a wonderful friend paralyzed for life chasing the glory of an AMA career. This is the price of commitment that he no doubt understood fully.
Hey, some of the countries are asking that same question right now....
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Damn. RIP. This is just too sad. There was another article stating they had closed the track until further investigations could be done. His recorded speed was 89.44. Can you imagine? I just hope it was instant for his sake.
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Old 02-12-2010, 09:57 PM   #19
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People have willingly risked their lives for a lot less.
I risked mine for a few medals and a piece of paper that says "Honorable Discharge".
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Hey, some of the countries are asking that same question right now....
Hehe, I wasnt trying to bust your chops! Its just that we risk our lives everyday, why not risk it for something worthwhile. I am certain, like Isle of Mann/Mcau GP riders, Club roadracing ect. all these people know the risks, they dont want to die. When they do its is no less a shame, but werent they all trying to achieve their own ideal? Isnt that worth the price in the end?
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