Ed,

I'm sorry to hear of this! I hope you're feelin' better very soon. And I know, the bike situation will all work out well in the end too. Been there.

AND...although you're "preachin' to the choir"(well, at least THIS member on that "particular altar") when you warn others about the rambifications of riding without the proper gear, your words are wise and should be heeded.

Cheers,
Dwight
(but alas!...I know the EGO will still get in the way of some members' ability to HEAR your words)

Yep! Just like a good Single Malt Scotch, you might call me "an acquired taste" TOO.(among the many OTHER things you may care to call me, of course)