Update on the rider who crashed

I mentioned in passing the rider who crashed during Saturday’s Great Pumpkin Ride at Kelly’s Ford. As I rode past I sensed that it was bad and hoped that it wasn’t. Here’s a note from the ride organizer:

“The cyclist involved in Saturday’s incident on Sumerduck Road who was medevaced remains in critical condition and in Intensive Care at a local trauma center here in Virginia. He has suffered numerous severe injuries that will make for a long recovery ahead. He is responsive and communicating with his loved ones.”