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Title: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: monstermick58 on October 23, 2011, 01:17:36 AM Its a sad day when anyone in our motorcycling community dies, its also a tragic when a character like Simoncelli died doing what they love doing.
Mmick Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: craigo on October 23, 2011, 01:19:43 AM Terrible, terrible news. RIP Marco. fkn heartbreaking for everyone involved. #58 :'(
Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: monsta on October 23, 2011, 01:28:37 AM yep, very very sad news!
RIP super sic... Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: lukevo on October 23, 2011, 01:29:27 AM Very sad man, it was one hell of a crash. Simoncelli was an awsome individual and equally so a sportsman. Very very sad.
Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: Grendel on October 23, 2011, 01:34:45 AM Very sad event. Could see from Rossi's reaction it was bad news.
RIP Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: braando on October 23, 2011, 01:41:03 AM A colourful character, was Simoncelli,.......taking over from Rossi there i felt.........
I was on the phone to Rob S talking my usual shit when it happened.... Less than 30 minutes prior to the start I was watching Simo explainig a Moto GP bike and its workings...broken English and all made him even more likeable....... A very sad day indeed.............. Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: craigo on October 23, 2011, 01:47:06 AM I am gutted. I loved that big haired galoot. I reckon he would have owned it in the 1000cc class next year. RIP bro. ride hard wherever you end up - You gave no quarter and expected none. RIP.
I dont recommend watching the replay. it's fked up. no one needs to see that. Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: ducmeister on October 23, 2011, 01:51:05 AM A sad day indeed. We all love to ride and we all know the risks but any loss like this is still a tragedy.
RIP Marco. You brought us great enjoyment and you will be sadly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out for your family and friends. Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: Two dogs on October 23, 2011, 02:11:50 AM Tears shed at my house today.
Horrible day for all . So sad he will never live his potential He was my favorite rider of the new generation. RIP Marco . Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: Jukie on October 23, 2011, 02:21:04 AM I'm with you guys very sad, but I just can't bring myself to see the acco. :'(
Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: Brett76 on October 23, 2011, 02:32:50 AM Such a sad day, he was a star...
RIP MS Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: AussieBulldog on October 23, 2011, 02:39:30 AM Terrible tragedy, thoughts are with his family at this time.
Great character, fantastic rider. Huge loss Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: cakeman on October 23, 2011, 03:04:34 AM A brilliant career just blossoming, ending way too soon. Will be missed by many. RIP
Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: dragonworld. on October 23, 2011, 03:53:43 AM He very obviously believed in the saying "Race Hard or go Home!" Sometimesw to his detriment,
but there was never any doubt of his ability and passion! [thumbsup] Lost waaaay too soon! RIP Marco :( :o Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: pigmy on October 23, 2011, 04:00:33 AM its the same sickening feeling as senna.what an omen in that last interview where he clumsly describes his bike in sixty seconds
he finally points to the kill switch and says he is now turning off....R.I.P Marco. Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: Geezmoz on October 23, 2011, 04:42:15 AM Me and my gf are gutted... we got his autograph and took photos with him last week at Phillip Island. It hit us hard when we saw the accident and our hearts sunk... R.I.P SIC
Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: Mr.S2R on October 23, 2011, 04:56:07 AM Me and my gf are gutted... we got his autograph and took photos with him last week at Phillip Island. It hit us hard when we saw the accident and our hearts sunk... R.I.P SIC Yeah bit strange. I was down the Island, waved to him in the BMW riders procession, watched him race...all just a week ago and now gone. RIP #58 Super Sic Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: heatherp on October 23, 2011, 05:56:49 AM :'( :'( :'(
Still feeling a bit ill (I was watching the race :'(). RIP Marco. A great loss to MotoGP. Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: DUCMONROB on October 23, 2011, 12:35:16 PM The missus was explaining what a character he was at a BBQ several hours before the race, then we watched him talk about his bike. When I saw that his helmet was off his head I had a very sick feeling. I hang on till the end of the telecast only to hear the devastating news.
RIP Marco. Every one around the world is going to miss your charm and your hair! Rob Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: Big T on October 23, 2011, 01:05:00 PM A great character and great rider gone to that great big race track in the sky....
You will be greatly missed..... RIP MC........ :'( Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: tricolore on October 23, 2011, 01:36:21 PM Watching that crash makes me sick to the stomach.. Sad day for the world I say. RIP.
A real character and the world is alittle emptier now. Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: vossy on October 23, 2011, 02:21:45 PM I feel sick just remembering the footage on TV.
RIP Simo Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: dragonworld. on October 23, 2011, 02:58:26 PM It brings back the memory of Wayne Gardner hitting a rider (Italian I think) who ran back onto the track after binning it and having his helmet ripped clean off!
He survived luckily although took a while to get well again! :o The vision makes my skin crawl! Ciao Marco! :( Has anyone heard how Colin is?? ??? Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: mattyvas on October 23, 2011, 03:12:31 PM horrible horrible horrible day. :'(
I've just watched this morning after not being able to bring myself to watch it last night while Annick was sitting beside me. Watched until Gavin and Nick passed the news on, the emotion and devastation in their voices said it all. We all just saw him larger than live here in Oz 7 days ago. I hope Vale and Colin can recover from being involved in the acco, I know the Gardner acco took him a while to get right again. Moto GP will never be the same. RIP Sic #58 Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: dragonworld. on October 23, 2011, 03:30:06 PM For those who dont know what I was talking about re Wayne Gardner and Franco Uncini at Assen! :o :o
Franco Uncini 1983 Crash (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OoGwwaLk7g0#) Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: heatherp on October 23, 2011, 05:33:03 PM Ciao Marco! :( Has anyone heard how Colin is?? ??? Physically, Colin has a dislocated shoulder. God knows how he feels mentally, and Rossi, shattered I guess. Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: monstermick58 on October 23, 2011, 05:43:01 PM I'm wondering what the riders will do at the last round in Spain, I know they will observe a minute's silence, but will some riders pull the pin and not race?
Do you think Rossi will race? Or Stoner? Mmick Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: heatherp on October 23, 2011, 05:51:46 PM I'm wondering what the riders will do at the last round in Spain, I know they will observe a minute's silence, but will some riders pull the pin and not race? Do you think Rossi will race? Or Stoner? Mmick I was thinking the same thing. But would it be more of a tribute to ride than not too? I wouldn't be surprised if Rossi didn't race. Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: dragonworld. on October 23, 2011, 06:13:48 PM Bottom line is they all go racing with the full knowledge of the risks, and they have chosen this as their profession as well as their passion!
I can understand the blunting of the enthusiasm possibly (eg Soon to be Dad Stoner!) But they will assimilate the event and go on! Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: cakeman on October 23, 2011, 06:15:51 PM I think they should call off the last race of the season and have some sort of fitting tribute at the track. I couldnt imagine to many of the riders would be in a great frame of mind to race
Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: dragonworld. on October 23, 2011, 06:25:01 PM The almighty Dollar [evil] will rear its ugly head, and the "Big Bucks" behind the sponsors, media, et al will not want to lose ANY INCOME from MotoGP so I
think the pressure will be on to race!! Doesnt mean individual riders might not race though!? $$$ and business before emotion! ??? Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: heatherp on October 23, 2011, 09:06:12 PM For the sponsors it's about the money, yes. But for the teams there are still positions to be decided and fans to be considered. I think it's a bit like getting back on the horse. The riders all know the dangers of the job they love doing. Putting off racing isn't going to change that.
If it wasn't so bloody cold and wet here today I would be out riding in remembrance. Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: Bazz21 on October 23, 2011, 09:15:58 PM the best way to remember marco is too do what he would want and ride for him , and make the next gp race in his honour and set up a memorial , thanks marco you put a smile on my dial and i went for a ride [bow_down] bazz
Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: rendang on October 23, 2011, 10:11:51 PM A terrible tragedy, and a great loss to the motorcycling world, he was a great character and a great racer. An "on the spot" tribute here . . . http://www.crash.net/motogp/news/174336/1/ciao_marco.html (http://www.crash.net/motogp/news/174336/1/ciao_marco.html) Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: Twizted on October 24, 2011, 11:00:28 PM Ciao Marco #58
(http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ltivjuPmAj1qfj1cmo1_500.jpg) Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: Wells on October 28, 2011, 05:53:18 PM I'm sure I'm not alone here, but it's been really difficulty to get over that crash.
The stark contrast between his effervescent personality and the grim stillness of the images immediately after impact. In any case. Great tribute from Jarno Trulli (via Mark Webber on Twitter) CLICKITY CLICKY (http://mypict.me/index.php?id=328782473) Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: rendang on October 28, 2011, 09:06:06 PM Quote I'm sure I'm not alone here, but it's been really difficulty to get over that crash. Yes, I think about it a lot, and it makes me feel like crap. I think because he had such a great love of life that its particularly cruel. Also his age and so early in his career,you know if he was 34 yo or something, you could say at least he enjoyed a good 15years career .The stark contrast between his effervescent personality and the grim stillness of the images immediately after impact. Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: dragonworld. on October 28, 2011, 09:12:51 PM I'm sure I'm not alone here, but it's been really difficulty to get over that crash. The stark contrast between his effervescent personality and the grim stillness of the images immediately after impact. In any case. Great tribute from Jarno Trulli (via Mark Webber on Twitter) CLICKITY CLICKY (http://mypict.me/index.php?id=328782473) And there it is at the top of the link page with Jarnos' helmet!! "Its up to you to reduce the risks!" Spokes.com.au T.A.C. Very tasteful.... NOT! [roll] Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: goldFiSh on November 01, 2011, 03:58:28 AM Nice tribute by Mr Schwantz...... Gave me a deeper insight into the man behind the hair..... A warning tho, it made me even sadder after reading it.
http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2011/Oct/111024-34-rip-sic.htm (http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2011/Oct/111024-34-rip-sic.htm) Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: mattyvas on November 01, 2011, 05:11:37 PM Yeah really sad, it shows how much he used past talent to get a handle on Moto GP of today.
Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: monstermick58 on November 02, 2011, 02:50:02 AM I ordered one of these to put on my toolbox
Marco Simoncelli - Moto GP Car Sticker -Super Sic Honda #58- PROCEEDS TO CHARITY (260880889142) (http://Marco Simoncelli - Moto GP Car Sticker -Super Sic Honda #58- PROCEEDS TO CHARITY (260880889142)) I think it looks pretty cool Mmick Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: mattyvas on November 02, 2011, 02:52:55 AM The clicky link no work Mmick.
Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: monstermick58 on November 02, 2011, 02:59:07 AM Yes see what you mean Matty,
I'm using the Hyperlink icon, thats right isnt it Matty????? Mmick Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: mattyvas on November 02, 2011, 03:07:09 AM Yeah that's the right icon, you've gotta put the link between the brackets.
You can always just copy the link into the body of your post too. Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: monstermick58 on November 02, 2011, 03:35:28 AM Ok, try this link
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260880889142&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:AU:1123 (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260880889142&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:AU:1123) Mmick Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: Betty on November 02, 2011, 02:05:33 PM I ordered one of these to put on my toolbox Isn't that an internal sticker (to be seen through glass) ... might be backward on your toolbox. Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: monstermick58 on November 02, 2011, 05:32:38 PM Isn't that an internal sticker (to be seen through glass) ... might be backward on your toolbox. At first glance Betty you are right, but if you read all you can ask for the same sticker to be glued the opposite way so you can put it on your toolbox (or something similar) Still looks cool though IMO Mmick Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: Betty on November 02, 2011, 07:55:28 PM Cool ... didn't read every word, but didn't want you having an 'oh shit' moment when it arrived.
Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: Mr.S2R on November 03, 2011, 03:42:47 AM Interesting tweet from Lauren Vickers:
Sweet idea!! @Cormac46: @LaurenKVickers Lauren if you could RT this for Super Sic it would be sweet! http://backmarker-bikewriter.blogspot.com/2011/11/memorializing-simoncelli-in-way-hed.html?spref=tw (http://backmarker-bikewriter.blogspot.com/2011/11/memorializing-simoncelli-in-way-hed.html?spref=tw) #58 For those that don't know Lauren Vickers is Randy DePuniet's current ride errr girlfriend... http://t.co/hYFBYn8e (http://t.co/hYFBYn8e) Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: goldFiSh on November 03, 2011, 04:31:41 AM Just saw this as well.
I plan to have a little ride on Sunday somewhere, and now plan to stop and record a little vid of my monster revving in tribute to super sic..... I'm sure he'd approve of the modest tones from my humble little twin. Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: Mr.S2R on November 03, 2011, 02:53:55 PM I plan to have a little ride on Sunday somewhere, and now plan to stop and record a little vid of my monster revving in tribute to super sic..... I'm sure he'd approve of the modest tones from my humble little twin. yeah +1 on the above [thumbsup] Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: mattyvas on November 03, 2011, 10:28:51 PM Maybe we could make it a Bald Hill tribute?
Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: goldFiSh on November 04, 2011, 12:56:42 AM That was what I was thinking, though someone was talking about a further tribute with a war painted GP bike as well!
Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: rendang on November 04, 2011, 01:47:38 AM I was already planning an RNP excursion on Sunday, so I will aim for Bald Hill in the morning. ( not that my exhaust note is much of a tribute,but its the thought that counts, right ? ) Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: goldFiSh on November 04, 2011, 02:09:50 AM When I know something more concrete in terms of times etc, I'll post up.
Title: Re: RIP SIMONCELLI Post by: mattyvas on November 04, 2011, 02:16:00 AM Something has popped up for Sunday now!
Gotta help a sick friend with work, so I think I'll have to miss out :'( |