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I think he is. I read that on KiteForum. The initial news report I saw says something like - "His friends say he is okay, just some bad bruises" (?)
I was scratching my head on that one. Sorry, I didn't mean to pass misinformation. |
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When I first watched the video clip, the one with the newscaster calling the injured kiter a parasailer, he mentioned that the friends had commented that the kiter was conscious and talking. I wonder if they were trying to downplay the severity of the situation, because they too, were in shock. What a shame.
You guys,please be careful down there. We are expecting some decent wind in the panhandle, but are all on edge regarding this incident. I know that some guys have posted that they are hitting the Skyway, I hope that they are safe. |
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After seeing this guy hit that building and sidewalk I would not want to hit the skyway, I'm pretty sure that would hurt just as bad |
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Lol!!
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WOAHHH!!
link is now posted on The Drudge Report.. the most visited site on the internet aside from Google.. welcome to tons of unwanted attention.. so glad the guy is alive. |
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That's the most unreal footage of a single person getting hurt (on anything) in years. It's gonna get a ton of play and be the talk of just about every coffee break in the U.S. for the next couple days.
Too bad for us. Now reporters will no doubt hunt down other stories, like in Brazil and Tarifa and run with it. You guys know how news works. If something gets ratings, prepare to see spin offs of it everywhere (for ratings). The next story more titillating than the prior. It won't surprise me if in 3 weeks (it takes time to make a show) there is a "news" show on the dangers of kiting to cash in on this internet buzz. |
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scott's 2nd last post about staying off-shore ...
hey scott - that is some damn good advice - i just copied it and sent it to some buddies up north
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Although, maybe now newbies will know what to expect with or without instruction, the latest in safety gear and experience. Other than the 200 Ft, Maui loft circa 2003, and a few others, we havent had any scary footage of the dangers of kiteboarding.
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