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Shocking news - Dave Mirra commits suicide
Last Post 02/07/2016 03:19 PM by Kenny Gonzales. 4 Replies.
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Cosmic Kid

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02/04/2016 06:54 PM
Horrific news....BMX legend Dave Mirra committed suicide today.

http://www.wcti12.com/news/greenville-police-famous-bmx-rider-dave-mirra-dies-of-apparent-suicide/37825742
Just say "NO!" to WCP!!!!
Dale

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02/04/2016 07:14 PM
oh crap... really sad to read that
Spud

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02/05/2016 09:28 AM
Wow! Very sad news. Makes you wonder if these riders should be more closely monitored for concussions. They certainly do hit the half pipe pretty hard.
Cranky Tom

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02/05/2016 10:55 AM
Incredibly sad. I generally hate speculating about stuff like this but like Spud referenced I will not be at all surprised if they it turns out he had concussion-related brain issues. BMX and skateboard athletes absolutely punish their bodies. Really, really sad.
Gonzo Cyclist

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02/07/2016 03:19 PM
really sad, I was just reading about Kelly McGarry passing away when I heard this. Someone did mention the concussion factor, but I also wonder about competitive athletes in general. Mirra was a tri-athlete, dude was really fit. I knew a local here, incredible MTN Biker, world class skier, and a world renowned chef, good looking dude too, had it all, but, hurt his back one fall, could not ride, could not ski, and then bam, committed suicide. I know I get a little out of whack when I have not been able to ride for a few days, I can imagine that plays into it also, no telling where the mind goes.
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