What did you do to your Mk5 today?

**doink** · 20-09-2009, 08:45 PM

Bolted a couple of mountain bikes to the roof and took them for a day trip up to Katoomba

**maca** · 20-09-2009, 11:25 PM

Originally Posted by doink

Bolted a couple of mountain bikes to the roof and took them for a day trip up to Katoomba

Fastest Mountain Bikes ever...

**Nathan_B** · 21-09-2009, 11:07 AM

yay another roof racker

**85turbo** · 22-09-2009, 10:17 PM

Originally Posted by BarneyBoy

Got a mate still recovering from a brain injury caused by a LandBruiser's bull bar striking his head (he was T-boned in his S2000).
Yes, the Toyota ran a red light...

I kinda feel his pain.
I had a stroke on Thursday night and I'm currently recovering
in westmead. I thought that strokes were an "old persons" thing.

It happened to me and I'm only 37.
But it seems my age and the speed that was involved in my treatment
leaves the neurosergeon with high hopes for a near full recovery.

Jason.

**BarneyBoy** · 22-09-2009, 10:45 PM

Originally Posted by 85turbo

I kinda feel his pain.
I had a stroke on Thursday night and I'm currently recovering
in westmead. I thought that strokes were an "old persons" thing.

It happened to me and I'm only 37.
But it seems my age and the speed that was involved in my treatment
leaves the neurosergeon with high hopes for a near full recovery.

Jason.

Good grief, Jason - you're a lucky boy - you could easily have found it impossible to write your post. All the best for a speedy recovery - sounds like you may have been lucky (if you know what I mean) with apparently few side effects.

Just keep a eye out for any post-stroke symptoms of depression - my Dad had some and it's not to be underestimated, as it can affect the rest of your work life (your GP should talk to you about it).

I, too thought age was the big cause, but how wrong can you be? It seems age is a very minor one. More important it seems is high blood pressure, tension, cholesterol, inactivity, smoking, drinking, drug use, diet, weight and a bunch more I can't remember.

Anyhow, go buy a lottery ticket and look after yourself mate. You still have a long life ahead!

**h100vw** · 22-09-2009, 10:45 PM

Originally Posted by 85turbo

I kinda feel his pain.
I had a stroke on Thursday night and I'm currently recovering
in westmead. I thought that strokes were an "old persons" thing.

It happened to me and I'm only 37.
But it seems my age and the speed that was involved in my treatment
leaves the neurosergeon with high hopes for a near full recovery.

Jason.

Jesus, the World never ceases to amaze me. You are right, something for grandparents.....

Any idea what the cause was? Family history, lifestyle, etc??

Gavin

**85turbo** · 22-09-2009, 11:14 PM

Not sure yet. Probably a mix of stress and diet.
My weight shoulnt be a factor. But my job has it's pressures
and my cholesterol is a little high.

They are still running tests.

Jason.

**h100vw** · 23-09-2009, 08:47 AM

I had a bad cholesterol check a couple of years back. I got back on my bike after nearly tens years off it. The first few outings were killer. The numbers have come down, so the hard work has been worth it.

I have now bought a road bike to do the punters ride of the Tour Down Under.

I feel much fitter now at 41 than I did at 30.

Good luck with the tests.

Gavin