This week's 20-Milers Extra ride was marred by an unfortunate accident.
Nineteen of us had set off from the Meadows to cycle to Almondell Country Park in West Lothian. We were approaching Balerno on the Lanark Road when one of the cyclists lost control of her bike, went head-first over the handlebars, and was knocked unconscious.
By good fortune, one of the group was a nurse with A&E experience. He was able to give the victim valuable first aid while we waiting for the ambulance. He then went with her to the Infirmary, and later told me that she was recovering well. She has some minor lacerations, but no broken bones or other lasting damage.
The most recent news is that she was kept in hospital overnight, but was due to be released today (Sunday).
After the ambulance had left, none of us felt like continuing with the ride, so by unanimous agreement we cycled into Balerno for an early lunch, and then drifted home.
This was the most serious accident that the group has had, and it left us all anxious and shocked. It's a great relief that the outcome wasn't as bad as we had feared at the time. I would add that the group reacted in a most commendable way: directing the traffic, taking contact details, arranging for the storage and transport of the bikes, etc. Jenny (who was leading the ride) sends her thanks to everyone for their patience and support.
Our next ride will be on 10th September. This will be our usual 20-mile format, the destination to be announced nearer the time.
Mike
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I would just like to say how well people there responded! First Aid to the cyclist, directing traffic and Neil and Cathy organised pick up of bikes. Commendable response and a credit to those there! Good to hear she is on the mend and raring to go again. Iain
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