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Definitely gonna check those videos out!
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And I do know what you mean about beating the able-bodied guys, and I'm sure you are good I am not doubting that by any means. I would not want to start in the back and be scored by myself either, I am just saying it is something they could have considered to at least review you and make further decisions.
It is kind of a challenge and goal to see how fast you can get and who you can beat, I totally get where you are coming from. Just gotta be given a chance and start building.
Shane Lusk
builtlusktough.com
Everyone on these forums should be in support of these guys. You are all one ride away from being in their situation.
Good times i say
If you get a class at mini o's next year, let me know, i might have to come and show ya'll how we do this in Aussie land
Exactly..I'm blown away Darius is"nt getting 100% support from racers.
and DanDunes, I didn't see one post that wasn't supportive of Darius riding or racing, but only saying that they understood the problems that could be a part of the promoters decision
I only just seen this video, work blocks youtube.
All i have to say is I am fucking horrified; firstly, no neckbrace, being strapped to a bike is going to increase the risk of these injuries occurring. secondly, no back support or protection of any sort to reduce the risk of compression fractures on the sensitive lower level vertebrae. Darius, you may not feel them, but they play a vital role in balance, stability and believe it or not, bowel and bladder function.
I wear a custom built corset that keeps me stiff from nipples to waist, yes it is restricting, and along with the neckbrace i feel like robocop. But prevention is better than cure, and when the body ability is reduced, the risks in certain areas are increased. I know for a fact that both myself and Ricky James use a product that assists in this core stability and protection
HE SHOULD NEVER BE ALLOWED ON A TRACK, without this protection and i completely agree with the decision made this wknd. There is brave and then theirs stupid. This is not about maybes or possibilities, jumping will put unbelievable amount of pressure on your lower back, and bones will fracture. Im not sure how long you have been in a wheelchair, but you bones will also become more brittle over time. Fucking protect yourself for crying out loud.
Rant over.
While he did not own one in this video he does now.
Second, Darius has consulted with his medical team and they are 100% aware of his activities and have given it their blessing.
Third, The level of protection he decides to use is his decision not yours or anyone else's.
thats because he is still young....not older and wiser.
lawyers dont sue people. people sue people.
to the guy who runs six tracks: waivers dont help you a single iota if you are found grossly negligent for letting an impaired rider on the track in the first place.
this bb software is terrible btw.
Pit Row
i'm not trying to touch a nerve, just learned myself w/ age ,thats all.
As for the AMA rule book and such, I have not consulted it but if I remember from racing there were a few rules that I ave encountered personally as an able-bodied racer. When the card goes up, all crew must step back from the bikes. Also, if I rider falls, except for the peewee class, there is to be no outside help or disqualification will result. Also, I remember if you have broken levers or your handlebar ends are poking through the grips (all causing sharp metal) you cannot ride or will be disqualified. I am not taking any sides here at all, I am just bringing this to the forefront for all parties to think about when considering Darius and his modified bike and the scenarios that could result if he gets in a pile up with another rider. Without the ability for the AMA or track owner to prepare in advance and possibly modify these stipulations for a special needs rider, you have to give them the benefit of the doubt for their decision.
I am all about motocross and having anybody and everybody involved like me, Darius, Ricky James, but having a dirt bike land on me (which I have had) is bad enough but what if Darius lands on me and his leg bars break and pierce through me, just saying, you have to consider these things I don't care who or where has let him race before.
These are partially my thoughts and some people at the race, not naming names, but just wanting to help shed all light on all angles. I am fan of Darius now, but you have to do some realistic thinking.
I understand your passion and what you are saying Darius, but there is two sides to everything that has been said here. Come ride Sunday, we can chat it up, and see who we need to talk to to get your bike approved, how you are going to sit at the gate when the card goes up, and how you will get up off the ground. These are things that I meant track owners needed to prepare for.
Don't confuse my explanations with coming at you, I am just offering what I feel is some great, factual info to board readers, coming from someone who has been to the best spinal clinics in the world and studies medicine and can feel everything and cycles and lift weights and RIDES.
But I feel enough has been said, you will all see Darius racing soon I am sure and these debates need to be had wit the people that make decisions - not me haha.
I feel like this has been an inspirational/educational thread though for sure, take care everyone!
Shane Lusk
builtlusktough.com
Im sure Darius was as emotional about this topic as i was when it first started. I have learned a ton just reading yall's comments.
Ride safe, God Bless & Happy Holidays!!
I am sure he was emotional and he should be, and I have tried my best not to come across as knocking him because we both rode bikes, broke ourselves, and still ride. So I am on the same team haha. I avoid most topics but I felt I could offer a little something to this one.
Happy Holidays to you too and everyone on here!
Shane Lusk
builtlusktough.com
It's so easy to think that it won't happen to you when you see and read about the injuries at the track but once I came so close to the same injury it really effected me.
Anyways, in no particular order:
Darius & Lusk, you guys are so cool, I don't know what else to say. Bummed you couldn't race Darius. The race track is a dangerous place but I really don't see how you could possibly make it more dangerous for the others in any way.
Darius, you ride a blow up happy 250F. You lack the ability that others may have to get off that bike if/ when it pops over a jump. You need proper protection. You and I seem to be built in a similiar fashion (I'm 6', 164# in the hospital cause I had dropped 10#)) and I had a custom corset stiff plastic brace built for me so I could walk around and it's somewhat adjustable, and trimmable. I will be permanently done w/ it in about 1-4 more weeks. I'd be flat honored if you would let me send it to you, no cost of course. I'd like to see it contribute to your protection equipment if possible. It's restrictive but not nearly as restrictive as being a quad. Just PM me your addy and it'll go out the moment it comes off my body. It will also come w/ a cotton sock to wear underneath.
Darius another point and I need to get real here. Maybe you are just super comfortable writing here amongst your moto brethen but your lack of punctuation indicates a lack of focus on education. You are a black man that is also handicapped. People are going to judge you because of this. You need to put a lot of focus in to educating yourself to really stand above. As unfair as it is, you have to be better than average to get the same consideration as others for job promotions and advancement in life. Focus some of that riding energy into building that brain of yours. It will pay you back in spades.
Lusk, I'm confused, you refer to yourself as a quad yet you stand, walk w/ a walker, and can stick a leg out? Educate me please as I'm confused as a quad generaly refers to all four limbs being immobilized.
After my accident I still wanted to ride so badly. As soon as I got home from the hospital I hobbled up on to my bent up motorcycle dreaming of when I could carve some laps again. I even rode my friends new 350F around an oval drill just 4 weeks after shattering my L1. I have to admit that after weeks of severe pain and reading many stories of these spinal injuries I think I'm finally getting to a place where I can move on to other activities in my life. We'll see I guess cause I go back and forth.
Lastly, we all really need to support the stem cell research that will lead to a cure for this terrible injury sooner rather than later.
Take care guys.
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