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MountainMan 31 May 2010 11:46

Biker Down in Gabon
 
Not sure if this has been posted here yet, but very sad to report that an overland biker was involved in an accident in Gabon in mid May and did not survive.

General details was that 3 or 4 riders were heading south down the west coast to SA for the world cup when the tragic accident occured east of Ndjole. That section of the road is very twisty and narrow with limited visibility ahead due to the narrow track and heavy vegetation on the road sides. It is common for vehicles to cross the centre line to negotiate the tight corners and at the police checkpoint outside of Ndjole they are warning riders to go slow, stay as far outside of your lane as possible and to be extra aware of the oncoming traffic.

Deepest condolescences to his family and friends during what certainly must be a very difficult time.

A stark reminder of the many dangers that all riders face, at home and abroad. Be careful out there.

Knight of the Holy Graal 31 May 2010 13:50

That's very sad.

My thoughts are with his family...

chris 31 May 2010 15:36

London to Capetown and back (KTM 640 ADV and AFrica Twin) - ADVrider

and

http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hub...-yaounde-49981

RIP

Chris

jim lovell 31 May 2010 17:11

Rip Mike.......

geoffshing 1 Jun 2010 16:34

Rip
 
RIP Mike and condolances to his family.

PaulD 2 Jun 2010 00:17

Mike
 
I was following his Blog on Advrider, it came has a real shock. I thought everybody here would of known.
RIP.


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