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hermespan

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historically, I've never been much of a truck guy even though I grew up around them. but when the Raptor first came out, something about it really grabbed my attention; quite simply - I wanted one. at that time, it was more a dream than an attainable goal. fast forward to two years ago...

I was riding my motorcycle to work on what was the last nice day of fall, and a car turned in front of me while I was going 55 right as I entered the intersection. I flew 120 feet through the air, landing face down. I broke both legs, both arms, pelvis, and also sustained internal damage...and I lost four inches of my femur. 23 surgeries later, and some amazing doctors, I've been put back together and seem to be somewhat functional ;) honestly, it's a miracle I am still alive. anyway, when I was lying in the hospital, totally immobilized and in the worst pain I ever experienced, I decided that I wouldn't ride motorcycle again, and I set a goal to buy a Raptor. just over two years from that accident, I fulfilled that goal (after completing some other goals - like learning to feed myself, walk again, take a shower...)

I was inspired on this forum by member GilzWetTrain's shelter green Raptor with xpel stealth film. I have some other upgrades in mind, but I'll need a little recovery time first. thanks for reading.
 

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Brother, my job is to pick people like you up off the side of the road when tragedy strikes. After flying folks to a trauma center, I often wonder if the people I transport make it. Glad to hear that your long journey to recovery may be coming to an end.
 
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Brother, my job is to pick people like you up off the side of the road when tragedy strikes. After flying folks to a trauma center, I often wonder if the people I transport make it. Glad to hear that your long journey to recovery may be coming to an end.
you have no idea how much I appreciate people like you and those who cared for me in the hospital. I am in awe of the work everyone in the medical field does. thanks for taking care of us.
 

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morning..........

i was rear ended by the lesser of 2 drunks doing 70 in a 35 in san francisco. i didnt sustain nearly as much injury as you, but i was out for a while.

also, 4 posts in 12 years. hmmm. dont respond to this post for another 3 years please. keep the average
 

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Really glad you made it through your crash. Welcome to FRF. Nice truck!
 
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morning..........

i was rear ended by the lesser of 2 drunks doing 70 in a 35 in san francisco. i didnt sustain nearly as much injury as you, but i was out for a while.

also, 4 posts in 12 years. hmmm. dont respond to this post for another 3 years please. keep the average
like I said, I’ve been a long time admirer. and lurker.
 

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Lurking achievement unlocked ! LOL

The classic "head on left turn" M/C Vs 4-wheeler crash probably? What kinda bike were you on btw?
 
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