I unfortunately today was the second person on scene to a bad motorcycle accident on the Ortega Highway. At around 2:30pm, a Harley Davidson, and it's passenger were ejected from the motorcycle while travelling west on the Ortega Highway near the narrow bridge. The bike was damaged beyond repair, and the passenger was transported to the hospital by ambulance. The driver of the motorcycle was transported by helicopter to the nearest hospital. His condition is unknown but I don't believe he was breathing while being transported to the helicopter.
On a personal note- I hate seeing things like this, let alone being one of the first people on scene. The response time, and effectiveness of the paramedics, and medical staff was impressive. I'm an active motorcyclist, and it reminds you how careful you have to be. The road conditions today were not conducive to safe travel. There was roadwork, and the pavement was ground down on one side of the two lane road. There is no room for error on a good day while driving the Ortega Highway. Utmost care must be used while riding, and I most often see very aggressive riding in the area.
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Friday, July 27, 2012
Outdoor Retailer Show
It's only one week away from the 2012 summer Outdoor Retailer Show. The show occurs every summer in Salt Lake City Utah, and is the main show for the outdoor industry. Throughout the one week show, the outdoor clothing and gear manufacturers show the upcoming designs and products that will fill the retailers in the spring.
I've never had the opportunity to attend the show, as it's only open to internal industry employees, and retail buyers. This year that is all changing. I'm flying form Orange County to Salt Lake on Saturday to get a chance to look and feel all the new gear.
I promise to report back with details ofall the latest gear, so you can plan now for budgeting for next years gear. Stay tuned....
I've never had the opportunity to attend the show, as it's only open to internal industry employees, and retail buyers. This year that is all changing. I'm flying form Orange County to Salt Lake on Saturday to get a chance to look and feel all the new gear.
I promise to report back with details ofall the latest gear, so you can plan now for budgeting for next years gear. Stay tuned....
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