Cedric

jonKranked · Jun 7, 2012

so bummed he's out. one of my fav riders to watch. hope the surgery goes well!

EVIL JN · Jun 7, 2012

I am really going to miss CG at the races, he brings so much style, steez and whatnot to racing it wont be the same without him.

jackalope · Jun 7, 2012

Perhaps all is not lost, as a semi-opiuminated Ced would add a lot of great commentary to the race broadcast (maybe Skype from hospital?)

For reals tho, I think we all hope his surgery goes as well as possible and stays involved in pedal bike racing in the future.

OGRipper · Jun 7, 2012

Yeah healing thoughts out to Ced for sure. Major bummer, he was on his best form in years and having a blast. I've been a fan for a long time. Say what you want about his results but he keeps the fun in racing.

Lelandjt · Jun 7, 2012

I assume he got hurt at Val di Sol? Race run or practice? Video?

bikerpunk98199 · Jun 7, 2012

Lelandjt said:
I assume he got hurt at Val di Sol? Race run or practice? Video?

Welcome back to internet land. Googles a b*tch.

tabletop84 · Jun 7, 2012

EVIL JN said:
I am really going to miss CG at the races, he brings so much style, steez and whatnot to racing it wont be the same without him.

I really looked forward to the WC season but with Cedric out it takes a lot off of it for me. Not because he's a podium contender but I always get excited before his runs about what trick he'll do where and of course he's still a tpo 20 if not top 10 contender. It's a shame that he's out with the new commitmend he showed and he just has the best facebook-coverage which gives great insigt in his wc season.

slyfink · Jun 7, 2012

It's a shame that he's out for sure. But more importantly, I hope this injury does not have long-term ramifications for him, on or off the bike.

Reviens-nous vite Cédric, et prompt rétablissement.

supercow · Jun 7, 2012

I don't think he will be back racing full time at WC level again.
Hope I'm wrong, but I doubt he'll bounce back from this.

Such a shame.

CBJ · Jun 7, 2012

Not fun to read stuff like that. Healing vibes to Cedric.

trib · Jun 7, 2012

All the best Cedric, one of very few riders who makes everything look easy, Rampage, World Cups, dirt jumping, he even made 29ers look cool.

Whether he makes it back to the WC circuit or not I hope he stays in mountain biking. We need more personalities and CG has always been exactly that.

wood booger · Jun 7, 2012

Damn, laid up on his back for two months.

I feel sorry for the ladies, they're gonna get all sorts of worn out! :thumb:

Heal up Gracia, the French Pimp will ride again!

Bikael Molton · Jun 7, 2012

:*( 45

boomerbaird · Jun 7, 2012

WTF! Cedric is super sick and will be back at world cup as soon as he is healed, This is a rider that flatted at the top of garbanzo one year in his race run and manualled practically the whole course... He was not too far off the winning time. Sit around and type all you want, Cedric rides more in one run than you do all year! Auggghhh, I don't know why I even read these threads...All the typers rule these forums while the riders are out killing it. DO NOT DOUBT CG!!!!!!!!!!!!! EVER! (except when he is trolling the fatties at the end of the night)

William42 · Jun 7, 2012

were not doubting that he's a baddass rider, just a hipfracture can leave you in pain for the rest of your life. Potentially not riding. I think WC racing is a pretty remote possibility, although I'd be excited to see it.

S.K.C. · Jun 8, 2012

Cedric is one of those very special guys that stands out from the other riders - he's got style, a great sense of humor, he's a bit of a non-comformist, and when he's on it, he rips. It's riders like him, Peaty, and Palmer that give the WC a bit of character.

I remember when CG won the Rampage back in 03' he was one of the few riders throwing backflips during final run:

At this point, I don't know what the specifics are of his prognosis, but healing vibes are being sent his way.

http://www.cyclingnews.com/news/gracia-undergoes-surgery-following-val-di-sole-crash

..."fractured pelvis in 4 places... fractured the head of his femur..."

I have NO idea what the crash looked like, but if you want to see a bit of the aftermath, skip to the 1:20 mark...

Jesus...

[video]http://www.sicklines.com/2012/06/07/video-santa-cruz-syndicate-val-di-sole-world-cup/[/video]

Cedric - here's to a speedy recovery!

Bon rétablissement!

dytrdr5 · Jun 8, 2012

it's so painful watching him trying to get up and he has that look on his face. Healing vibes your way CG.

gemini2k · Jun 8, 2012

I mean, I hate to say it, but is that a career ending/changing type of injury?

toodles · Jun 8, 2012

For a normal mortal, definitely. For CG, there's a 5% chance.

aaronjb · Jun 8, 2012

gemini2k said:
I mean, I hate to say it, but is that a career ending/changing type of injury?

Almost certainly, regardless of his pedigree. He's an exceptional athlete, but his recovery will be measured in years, not weeks or months.

tabletop84 · Jun 8, 2012

Didn't barel break his femur? I hope he comes back!

Smelly · Jun 8, 2012

aaronjb said:
Almost certainly, regardless of his pedigree. He's an exceptional athlete, but his recovery will be measured in years, not weeks or months.

Yup. Breaking the head of the femur is probably similar to having his hip replaced. It'd be pretty amazing if he made it back up to the same level.

Sure hope he can pull it off though!

intensified · Jun 8, 2012

He is a warrior!! If anyone can bounce back its CG!! Heal up!!

Mo(n)arch · Jun 8, 2012

Sh!t man, that svcks big time. Whitout him the World cup cirquit won't be the same.
Heal quick Cedric!

jonKranked · Jun 8, 2012

I really hate to have to say this, but depending on the severity of the break, and based on the location of the breaks, this does unfortunately have the potential (emphasis on potential) to be career ending. I REALLY hope this isn't the case, but only time will tell. Hopefully the surgery will go off without a hitch. Godspeed, CG.

Pslide · Jun 8, 2012

I don't think I've ever seen CG without a smile and a joke, so the picture above is saddening. Our sport is awesome because of personalities like CG. He lifts everyone's spirits a notch, I guess it's time we repay him the favor. Not that he's reading this, but lets not focus on the negative, eh? Modern medicine is amazing. He can come back! CG - you're awesome whether you're on your bike or in a hospital bed!

Huck Banzai · Jun 8, 2012

Pslide said:
I don't think I've ever seen CG without a smile and a joke, so the picture above is saddening. Our sport is awesome because of personalities like CG. He lifts everyone's spirits a notch, I guess it's time we repay him the favor. Not that he's reading this, but lets not focus on the negative, eh? Modern medicine is amazing. He can come back! CG - you're awesome whether you're on your bike or in a hospital bed!

Yep. Ive been recklessly beating the crap out of myself over the past year, and Im only a slightly speedy hack, no CG; I worry a bit about how the damage is going to feel in my later years, but for the most part - things still work right now, just with some clicks and pops.

Someone with the right mindset and access to the right care can certainly come back from something like this. Its the mental side thats hard, and CG is definitely a head case.

I have high hopes, but most important of them is I hope he feels and gets better ASAP even if he comes back as an Exec, just stick around!!

S.K.C. · Jun 8, 2012

Pslide said:
I don't think I've ever seen CG without a smile and a joke, so the picture above is saddening. Our sport is awesome because of personalities like CG. He lifts everyone's spirits a notch, I guess it's time we repay him the favor. Not that he's reading this, but lets not focus on the negative, eh? Modern medicine is amazing. He can come back! CG - you're awesome whether you're on your bike or in a hospital bed!

...you'd be surprised what riders, companies and support staff lurk here...

Really - you would.

CG - rest easy and heal up soon!

4130biker · Jun 8, 2012

I was so excited to see him back at the world cups doing so well! If he can make that comeback, I am sure he will make this one! Healing vibes!

slyfink · Jun 8, 2012

Pslide said:
lets not focus on the negative, eh? Modern medicine is amazing. He can come back! CG - you're awesome whether you're on your bike or in a hospital bed!

yeah, and the power of positive thinking is... well... uhhh... "powerful"?!!

I'm sure he'll put into his recovery what he puts into his riding which is to say style, enthusiasm and lots of hard work.

Da Peach · Jun 8, 2012

Really sucks. Especially after just recovering from the ACL.

One day at a time!

I'm sure his body will make all kinds of fun noises once he's up and about again.

Snap, crackle, pop... (in French of course, or with a heavy accent...)

OGRipper · Jun 8, 2012

I am expecting a full carbon and ti leg/hip replacement, complete with VPP suspension at the joint and an air valve and grease port sticking out of his butt cheek.

Like the OP suggested: Better, stronger, faster!

ALEXIS_DH · Jun 8, 2012

gemini2k said:
I mean, I hate to say it, but is that a career ending/changing type of injury?

pretty much. plus, he is already in his mid-thirties...
i hope the best of the best for him... one of the best riders to watch, unique style and personality.

slyfink · Jun 8, 2012

ALEXIS_DH said:
plus, he is already in his mid-thirties...

hey! what the h3ll is that supposed to mean?! I recover quite nicely from injuries thank you very much.... I think what you are getting at only starts to become really apparent in your late 40s and 50s... mid thirties is still pretty young!!!

gemini2k · Jun 8, 2012

slyfink said:
hey! what the h3ll is that supposed to mean?!

That anyone over 30 is washed up?

I asked my buddy who is an orthopedic surgeon about these kinds of breaks. Evidently, if the break isn't THAT bad, might not be career ender, but strongly possible it is.

ALEXIS_DH · Jun 11, 2012

slyfink said:
hey! what the h3ll is that supposed to mean?! I recover quite nicely from injuries thank you very much.... I think what you are getting at only starts to become really apparent in your late 40s and 50s... mid thirties is still pretty young!!!

for an elite athlete, mid-thirties is old.

tabletop84 · Jun 12, 2012

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