We received the news that fellow member Kent Peppard had a major bike injury. The crash occurred in West Irvine, on a residential street southwest of Portola Pkwy and the Peters Canyon Trail.

Kent texted, “On October 8th while riding in a quiet neighborhood near my house, I was hit by a “hit and run” driver. I don’t remember anything about the accident until I woke up in the hospital. I broke my femur and had surgery. I broke my collarbone and I got a concussion. I am now staying in a Rehab facility and I will be here for two more weeks.”

Additionally, Kent suffered numerous, large scrapes. Needless to say, this sounds like it was a very serious crash. Kent is on the mend, but recovery will take “a couple of months”.

Many of us recently enjoyed Dr. Kent’s lecture on “the aging brain” at the September BCI General Meeting. Kent is a strong, experienced rider and is an asset to the club. Both by training and by nature, Kent is a positive person. However, he says he would appreciate cheerful texts from BCI friends to help him pass the time at the Rehab Facility so let’s make Kent feel supported and encouraged. Rather than post Kent’s phone/text number here, please email us at Benevolence@bikeirvine.org and we’ll provide Kent’s number. Thank you for your care and compassion.