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    I found out today that my father was killed today while riding his bike just outside of Fort Collins, CO. A motorcyclist hit him and he bled out at the scene, we think due to a severed artery in his leg. He was in the bike lane and the motorcyclist was at fault I guess.

    I don’t really know why I’m posting this, I’m a bit of a Moore mess right now… he loved cycling, he rode almost everyday. He retired from work a couple of years ago and this is what he loved doing. I think he’d appreciate the reminder for everyone to be safe while out riding.

    He was in his sixties, I don’t know exactly when this pic is from but this was his passion. RIP Dad, I love you

    by SabreBlade21

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    6. 29r_whipper on

      I’m really sorry to hear that. I actually threw a tourniquet in my frame bag this morning in the event something like this ever occurs to me or someone I ride passed. I think everyone should at least consider carrying one.

    7. csmdds on

      I’m sorry for your loss. Your dad sounds like a man I would have liked to have ridden with.

    8. HuikesLeftArm on

      I’m sorry for your loss, and I’m grateful you’ve shared this photo of him.

      Take care of yourself, OP.

    11. Melopsittacus on

      I am so sorry to hear about your dad. This is not far from me and it absolutely breaks my heart. The weather was beautiful today, I bet your dad was stoked to be out there.

      I wish I could do more than offer condolences. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts.

    12. chris_r1201 on

      So very sorry for you loss, I can tell he was very loved. I am gonna be extra careful on my rides from now on in remembrance of him

      If you are having a hard time grief therapy can help you a lot, especially after a sudden loss. There are also many subreddits where people help each other navigate such hard times. I wish you and your family the best, thinking of you <3

    16. GalwayBogger on

      Roadie for life, in the USA, what a hero. Legendary photo, very tour de france esc.

      RIP cool dad

    17. lovesosoft123 on

      I’m so sorry. My dad and I are both cyclists and this makes me sick to my stomach to read. Thank you for sharing and I’m sorry for your loss

    19. debidousagi on

      I’m so sorry for your loss, losing a parent is so damn hard. Especially when it’s something so sudden and unexpected like this.

      Grief is a challenging process, give yourself the understanding that you’re going through something really difficult and you’re just not going to be at a hundred percent for a while and that’s ok. Maybe it sounds cliche, but it bears repeating, it’s ok to not be ok.

      You and your family are in my thoughts, and thank you for sharing about your father and this awesome photo of him!

    20. AKL_wino on

      That’s news of the worst kind for you to receive. 🙁

      Great photo of Dad though.

      May he ride on into the sunset with the wind forever at his back.

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