Mike's doing well -- very appreciative of all the support
Just got off the phone with Mike from Kansas City this morning. He wanted to express his gratitude for all the support and positive comments that have been received here on the blog. Believe it or not, he's already talking about all the things that went wrong and how they might improve upon everything next year.
That said, nobody's taking anything away from Juré Robic. "He was unbelievable," says Mike. "These were absolutely brutal conditions and Juré just seemed to power through it all."
Mike explained how this year's RAAM was exponentially harder as he experienced rain, hail, winds, heat and humidity that were very tough on him physically. The accident was very unfortunate and until reason got the better of him, he was convinced he would finish the race with one arm. Fortunately, the doctors and his crew explained this would be very unsafe.
Once outside the heat of battle, Trevino now understands that withdrawing was the only logical action. His arm is in a sling and the doctors gave him some Vicodin which helped him get a great night of sleep.
His plan now is to be back in San Diego tomorrow or Wednesday and at work Thursday. Thanks again for all the support and a huge congratulations for the outstanding efforts from the 11 Team Trevino crew members:
Steve Johnson
Byron Rieper
Howard Shaw
Andy Schlief
Brett Lauinger
Dave Carr
John Crumpler
Tony Trotter
Jamie Edelstein
Steve Kersten
Amanda Schneider
There is no way an event like this could occur without the tremendous dedication and support from crew members. While they don't ride the bike, they deprive themselves of sleep and do everything in their power to make sure Mike's as safe and efficient as possible.
I'm sure Mike will add a final post to the blog when he gets back. In the meantime, thanks again for the kind words of encouragement. A lot will be learned from this 2005 experience.
That said, nobody's taking anything away from Juré Robic. "He was unbelievable," says Mike. "These were absolutely brutal conditions and Juré just seemed to power through it all."
Mike explained how this year's RAAM was exponentially harder as he experienced rain, hail, winds, heat and humidity that were very tough on him physically. The accident was very unfortunate and until reason got the better of him, he was convinced he would finish the race with one arm. Fortunately, the doctors and his crew explained this would be very unsafe.
Once outside the heat of battle, Trevino now understands that withdrawing was the only logical action. His arm is in a sling and the doctors gave him some Vicodin which helped him get a great night of sleep.
His plan now is to be back in San Diego tomorrow or Wednesday and at work Thursday. Thanks again for all the support and a huge congratulations for the outstanding efforts from the 11 Team Trevino crew members:
Steve Johnson
Byron Rieper
Howard Shaw
Andy Schlief
Brett Lauinger
Dave Carr
John Crumpler
Tony Trotter
Jamie Edelstein
Steve Kersten
Amanda Schneider
There is no way an event like this could occur without the tremendous dedication and support from crew members. While they don't ride the bike, they deprive themselves of sleep and do everything in their power to make sure Mike's as safe and efficient as possible.
I'm sure Mike will add a final post to the blog when he gets back. In the meantime, thanks again for the kind words of encouragement. A lot will be learned from this 2005 experience.
6 Comments:
Hey Mike,
Get better & come on back "home" to IOWA for a nice relaxing fun filled bike ride down memory lane - RAGBRAI!!!!!
j
AND WOODMAN! Thank you for keeping all of us so up to date!! You did an awesome job and I'm sure Mike also appreciates all that you've done!! :)
Thanks Jim for keeping us so up to date. You were great! You kept us all able to sleep at night, well maybe not our mother, but some of us!
Mike, I couldnt be more proud of you. You are unbelievable!
Love kt
Mike -
Congratulations on an Amazing Race! You have our best wishes for a speedy and full recovery - hope you are feeling better soon.
I also wanted to thank your amazing crew and Jim Woodman for sharing your progress with all of us along the way. It really brought the race right into our living rooms (and offices - as I must say I couldn't stay away from checking on your progress throughout the day at work:) )
Congratulations again to all of you.
Arline Gunter (Scott's Wife)
After watching several riders pass through the checkpoint in Camdenton, Missouri, I have decided my team better stick to RAGBRAI. I have total respect and admiration for all riders and crew members. I know you will be back next year and give Jure the race of a lifetime.
Irish Drinking Team
Michael Trevino---You ROCK! Thank you for showing us all that so much more is possible than we ever believed. In everything we do, we can all give a little more, try a little harder, and know within us that we can all be a little bit "Like Mike". With pride and love,
Peg
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