RIP

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,314388,00.html

 

Unless you grew up when Evel was at his prime, you would be surprised what his impact was on Americanmotorcycling youth.

When I got my first Bell full-face helmet when I was 16 in 1972, I painted it to look like Evel's. I really wanted a leather suit too, but it was too expensive.

As an EMT, I got to meet Evel at a jump he did in Dallas around 1975. I didn't have to provide any medical care for him - it was a successful jump. I got to chat with him, he really was a nice guy, and I'd have to say he was one of the heroes of the time.

RIP

 

I'm a young pup, randyjoy - I was only 14 in '72. Lol.

But I remember him well, and although he pulled off some crazy stunts on a bike, as I recall he always preached wearing safety equipment to street riders, especially a helmet. And I don't remember him messin with anybody that didn't have it coming.

RIP, Evel.

 

yeah, i heard. people think i'm insane...he's really insane. all those injuries... one thing's for sure, there will only ever be one and only one Evel Knievel.