Bad Bike Accident on the Lakefront Trail

Saw a terrible accident while running on the Lakefront trail today, right where Wilson intersects with the path. Saw a cyclist on the ground, appeared to be unconscious, blood dripping down his face. He was wearing a helmet. I didn't witness the actual crash so I don't know exactly what happened, but I did see a minivan with its hazard lights on just a little down the road.

If anyone knows what happened and knows if the cyclist is/will be okay, I'd appreciate it.

Those intersections with Montrose, Wilson, and Lawrence are terribly dangerous and I really hope they are fixed when the north part of Lake Shore Drive gets its rehab. I almost got hit myself at Montrose just Friday by a car turning right without looking.

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Permalink Reply by Duppie on September 23, 2013 at 5:37am

I meant a tattoo. That would complete him into a Cycling Chic Time Trial Hipster. We all should strive to be like him: The Universal Cyclist.

GabeW (not the other Gabe) said:

A sleeve? it was a short sleeve button down shirt, but I don't think that's what you mean...

Permalink Reply by Duppie on September 23, 2013 at 5:39am

I regularly get passed by a guy wearing a motorcycle helmet and a hi-vis safety vest on Lincoln. This seemingly safety-conscious rider BLOWS every red light.

igz said:

i seent that guy, too!  there is also a cyclist riding around with a motorcycle helmet.

GabeW (not the other Gabe) said:

I saw someone in professional casual dress on a Divvy bike this morning, but he was wearing an aerodynamic TT helmet.  I blame the chainlink, he was covering all bases to avoid being labeled.

Also, REALLY wish I had my phone out to grab a pic.  Seriously, full teardrop aero time trial helmet on a Divvy.

Permalink Reply by Doug Haynes on September 23, 2013 at 5:43am

I would guess he figured you saying they were a 'racer' was implying that they were kitted out in cycling apparel.  I assume the same thing; if they were not kitted out how did you come to the conclusion they were a 'racer?'

Rachel W said:

I didn't mention what anyone was wearing. I don't have a problem with peoples' sartorial choices while biking. I was just mentioning that at the same time when the OP saw a horrific crash, I came close to having one myself, because of someone who chose to use a crowded bike path as his personal racing track. But it appears I've hit a nerve.

Michael A said:

Can we please not start ANOTHER thread on how cyclists in lycra are a menace? This thread is about a bike CAR accident and I am pretty sure where they were both wearing had nothing to do with it. I hope the cyclist is ok and I wish him/her a speedy recovery.

Permalink Reply by Sarah D. on September 23, 2013 at 5:47am

I see that guy, too! WTF? I'd say something but I doubt he could hear me in that insane helmet. 

Hope the cyclist the OP saw yesterday is OK. So hard to see that and not worry.


Duppie 13.5185km said:

I regularly get passed by a guy wearing a motorcycle helmet and a hi-vis safety vest on Lincoln. This seemingly safety-conscious rider BLOWS every red light.


Permalink Reply by S on September 23, 2013 at 6:39am

I haven't seen him, but I've seen a couple riding a tandem where the guy at the front is wearing a TT helmet and a full kit.  Not quite sure what that was about since they were clearly out for a casual cruise.

GabeW (not the other Gabe) said:

I saw someone in professional casual dress on a Divvy bike this morning, but he was wearing an aerodynamic TT helmet.  I blame the chainlink, he was covering all bases to avoid being labeled.

Also, REALLY wish I had my phone out to grab a pic.  Seriously, full teardrop aero time trial helmet on a Divvy.

Permalink Reply by Michael A on September 23, 2013 at 6:40am

Rachel, I did not mean to harp on you, it just seems as soon as anyone starts a new thread about the LFP, it turns into how many "racers" ride the path recklessly. Your experience and comments are not only welcome but NEEDED on this message board. I just ask that you use one of the existing threads or gabe's infamous "missed connections"

this thread was about a bike/car accident, and since the original post there has not been anything more about it posted.

Permalink Reply by Amanda W on September 23, 2013 at 6:41am

Umm, this discussion is very fascinating, but does anyone know what happened and if the cyclist is okay?

Permalink Reply by Skip Montanaro 0mi on September 23, 2013 at 6:42am



igz said:

there is also a cyclist riding around with a motorcycle helmet.

Assuming it's the same guy, he works in my building. Software guy for Goldman.

Permalink Reply by igz on September 23, 2013 at 6:46am

can you ask him why he wears that?  perhaps to avoid a bloody face like the victim in the OP's description?  is that overkill?

Skip Montanaro 12mi said:



igz said:

there is also a cyclist riding around with a motorcycle helmet.

Assuming it's the same guy, he works in my building. Software guy for Goldman.

Permalink Reply by Bill Nedza on September 23, 2013 at 7:00am

Yes, does anyone know what happened and if the cyclist was okay?  

BTW, I'm a lycra--wearing "kitted out" cyclist who races -- when I'm on the LFP, however, safety,courtesy, common sense and riding at a pace that conditions call for is the order of the day.  


Amanda W said:

Umm, this discussion is very fascinating, but does anyone know what happened and if the cyclist is okay?

Permalink Reply by Skip Montanaro 0mi on September 23, 2013 at 7:29am



igz said:

can you ask him why he wears that?

Next time I see him, I'll try to remember. We often don't arrive/leave at the same time though.

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