ngardner45601 Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 This past Sunday around dusk I was heading home to dayton from portsmouth and had a hell of a meet and greet with a large doe. I had rode down to portsmouth via OH-73 and was heading back. (A gorgeous road btw.) I was about half way in between Rarden and Ottway, coming out of a real nice positive sweeping curve at 95+ and into a straight stretch when I saw a large doe run across the road about 100 yards(ish) ahead of me. "Oh shit" I thought, after all, when do you ever see just ONE deer? I braked down to the mid 70's and thought the coast was clear, and grabbed the throttle again. Right at that instant the 2nd dreaded deer came shooting out of the brush on my left. I had no time to react, just braced and hit the thing dead center at roughly 75-80 mph. I was immediately thrown off the bike forward, struck the pavement head first, and the proceeded to slide down the road in the opposing lane for about 45 yards. As soon as I stopped sliding I hopped up to my feet, looked down the road to make sure there wasn't any on coming traffic about to splatter me, and saw my CBR still on 2 wheels cruisin down the road still at a considerable speed. I then watched it careen into the left side guard rail. Yes it was a horrible sight. The bottom line here is that my gear saved my life. I was obviously wearing a helmet as well as an icon jacket and gloves. the jacket wore very well, I can't imagine what i would look like if I didn't have it on. All I ended up with was a little rash on my leg and a mild concussion from the impact. In the end I thanked god I was alive and am now beginning the rebuilding process. At least I have all winter!! I hope you enjoyed the thread, Be safe out there! AND WEAR YOUR GEAR!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBrown57 Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 DAMN!! good to hear your ok I live off 73 but down by where it runs into 127 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mykill Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 Glad your ok! Post pics up of the gear if you get a chance I'd like to see how they wear. Bike looks pretty rough though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pfloydgad Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 Nick,Glad you came out of this well, those oversized squirels love the dusk or dawn movement times. You are now a believer in ATGATT, isn't it amazing how fast it happens when it comes o testing the theory. Watch the concussion though, and maybe your neck, those kind of impacts can sneak up on you down the line, watch for dizziness and possible blurred vision, if either come up, get someone to take you to the Emergency room, and a possible catscan. Take care, and again, gla your OK.Ride safe all, and ATGATT, please, read above if you question why.Greg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 Glad your ok but if you saw a deer why would you only slow to mid 70's? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simplysix Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 Glad you came ok. What kind of icon jacket was it (mesh, textile, leather)+1 for posting pics of gear to show wear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 It is archery season the deer will be moving at night and all day be careful out there guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kawi kid Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 Eerily similar to mine. Glad you are ok. We will get ya a deer slayer trophy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 did the deer survive or did you kill the bastard? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh1234 Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 Yikes! Glad you're okay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ngardner45601 Posted October 3, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 Ninja - I 'only' slowed down to the mid-70's because I was going about 95-105 when I saw the first one. And yes, it was dead about 20 yds from the road. (A local tagged it almost immediately lol...)Simplysix - It was a mesh Icon and I sold it to a buddy who wants to 'repair' it real cheap so I no longer have it, but I will post a pic of the helmet here eventually.I plan on making my own dent in the deer population this season, just with a bow this time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 What size coat do you wear? I might have one for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ngardner45601 Posted October 3, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 XL I think it was?I'm 6 ft. 200 lbs if that helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 I have one your welcome to if you want it it's an off brand the outside is removable exposing mesh it has windproof liner and quilted liner size xl black Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 I also have a scorpion hat trick in black but it's only a large Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ngardner45601 Posted October 3, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 How much? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 just pay shipping Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 I'll get you some pics when I get home from work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 Only thing I ask is that when your done with it if it's in good shape pass it on to someone in need of safety gear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ngardner45601 Posted October 3, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 I can definately adhere to those stipulations, I really appreciate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 I also have this helmet size XL but LG - 2XL have same shell size just different liners. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ngardner45601 Posted October 3, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 I have my sights set on a specific new icon helmet, but thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 Ok that's fineI will get the best pics I can when I get home Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idodishez Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 I also have this helmet size XL but LG - 2XL have same shell size just different liners. That's my helmet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohiomike Posted October 3, 2011 Report Share Posted October 3, 2011 Glad your ok but if you saw a deer why would you only slow to mid 70's?My thought too.....when you see one there are always more lurkingYou are one lucky sob to have lived, I don't care what safety gear you had on. A good friend died when he hit one at a much slower speed, on a much heavier bike, and he had safety gear on too. It broke his neck and cut the deer in two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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