13 yr old Died racing at Summit point yesterday.

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May 27, 2008 | 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by jeffie7

13 is nothing, over seas they start out super young, some of the kids on the mini street bikes are out there at like 4-5years old. Another reason why Americans have a hard time in moto GP we all start way late.

However, Americans do start their kids out early in moto x. =)

nothing like a peewee bike race.

So true...America is known to be late in everything

May he rip it on clouds now

May 27, 2008 | 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by r0csfinest

RIP

but does anyone think 13 is waaay too young?

I would let either of my sons, and even my daughter, race at that age. (My youngest is 7.) I know things like these have risks, but I don't want dress my children in bubble-wrap and teach them to avoid all risk.

This is very sad. But it's also rare, compared to the experience and skill that these kids have an opportunity to gain on a regular basis. If any of my kids take an interest in motorcycles, I would want them to learn as much as they can on a track.

I might even worry every time they go out on course, but that's part of my job as a parent. I worry; they have fun, and hopefully learn something in the process.

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May 29, 2008 | 06:52 AM

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Originally Posted by davidv

I suspect that driving a motorcycle at Summit Point is less dangerous than on the street.

I have to agree with this...

May 29, 2008 | 08:07 AM

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oh wow, RIP

May 29, 2008 | 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by jeffie7

We lead in starting our kids out on junk food, no exercise, and happy meals...

13 is way too young, however he died doing what he loved the most. He was doing it legally, it wasnt his fault, and an honest to God accident.

No words can aid the family thats credit worthy, but I wish them peace in knowing they let there son live his life to the fullest and how he wanted to.

RIP little brother