Monster ride 2

Today we covered 180km. 2 big loops plus another small loop of 40km. Around 10.20am, after 2 loops totalling 140km, Kok Chin and I were flagged down by Joe in his Sabura SUV. We got off at the Caltex kiosk outside Sian Tuan and learnt from Joe that Mark had an accident. Sure enough I found several missed calls and two sms from Michael at around 7am. Apparently Mark was knocked down by a motorcyclist at a traffic junction along Jalan Bahar. His Scott bike was broken to three pieces but miraculously he only suffered minor scratches. He was ambulanced to NUH and was under observation but discharged shortly.

Here's Ching Hong's update via email to the Crazy2tri group :

"Hi guys

Most of you have heard of Mark's encounter with a motorbike this morning at about 640am. The incident happened along Jalan Bahar intersection with the PIE ( towards Jurong Island) when a motorbike hit Mark broadside. Thankfully, Michael was behind and was able to render aid - no, he did not give mouth to mouth resuscitation to Mark - but was able to comfort Mark and call for ambulance and police.

Mark is okay albeit a few skin abrasins and muscle aches - praise Jesus. His bike, however, is a different sad story - broke into 3 pieces - i doubt any component could be salvaged too (Kane will take photo and share with us later). We are all amazed that Mark came out of that accident fully alright - and surely, God's goodness and mercy are upon Mark.

Whilst we exercise caution whilst cycling, danger still exists on the road - and certainly, we need to be more careful, and certainly, we need to rely on His protection and covering much more.

To everyone of you who were at NUH - thank you for your care/concerns, and for being there for Mark and his wife, Serene.

We will miss Mark - hopefully, he will find the courage to come back and join us again.

Mark - God bless you, and may your wounds healed completely.

Shalom

chinghong