How I Broke My Back | What Does Recovery Look Like

[@TheBeardedGrump]

If you would like to help with medical expenses gofund.me/df087be2

[@brendamoore2045]

Hang in, baby. God will make a way for you . Yes, there is a lot going on right now with the news that Tim has got to have open heart surgery, but with God's help both of you are going to be fine.

[@michealcornett7564]

Get well soon l love you man Trust in the Lord He will take care of you ❤

[@BigDan7114]

One day at a time. You can walk again with assistance ,likely ride again,also. The financial issues are surmountable eventually . If you take counsel in medical bankruptcy many things can be avoided. Stay as strong as you can , the serenity prayer has helped me get through many insurmountable dilemmas. Many doors may open for you in your downtime. Be open to opportunities you didn’t foresee. Document your journey through recovery. You have the equipment and support . Cross content will shift some but most of us watch for the individual and their personality vs genre content anyway . Prayers and positive thoughts for your full recovery. My motto at the end of this I’ve adopted has served me well getting past down times and life lessons good and bad. Know you have lots of people in your corner. I’ve been in wheelchairs and used cane for years from multiple different spinal injuries. ( worn out farmer and construction body ) I can walk unassisted and now ride an Ultra Classic I waited 30 years for . I never thought I’d get the chance to. Broke 100 mph last night on way home . First time in many many years. Never , Ever , Give Up , Onward!

[@MotoCampAdv]

Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.

[@666Virgil]

Just listened to your episode 😮😮😮 not much I can do from Perth Australia,can you set up a charity fund sometime for you I'll donate, and is that your Brokeback cowboy friend, no pun intended 😮 .other notes who's bed you in 😊 as long as you're 4" willy works you'll be fine ,Mr Grump....and on a not so taking the piss out of you ,,wish you all the best in future your alive so good , I'm of on a ride out Sunday with a few lads around perth ,😮😮😮😮 ill be mindful a fookin kangaroo don't jump out 😅..all the best Grumpo ,keep the videos going ,😊❤

[@kipmanders745]

Glad your ok my fellow ADV friend. . We just rode warwoman / walking stick on 10/6 & 10/7 as well 😳.

[@ParallelCamper]

Stay positive. Concentrate on a fast and complete recovery.

[@BrandonReed-cs3lf]

So thankful God was watching over you brother! Sounds like you were almost down to where the last sharp curves are just before Overflow Creek Bridge....close to 28.

[@scridercoach]

Glad you're home! Heal up and if you need anything... you know there's a ton of folks out here for you.

[@intercepter01]

There is a Chinese proverb that goes "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." You said it yourself...take one step at a time. You have a long road ahead but you will get there. Try and stay positive. You will have bad days but there will be good ones also. Just keep pushing forward.

[@Beta200F]

Man I ride the same areas so I started watching recently. That’s just terrible and sorry to see this happened to you.

[@BrandonReed-cs3lf]

Me too.... was up there about 3 weeks ago

[@klrshadow5147]

Stuff happens, no matter how good you are. Take care of yourself first, I'll still be watching for you.

[@RandallsLittleAdventures]

I'm praying for you brother. I have been there and done that. It has taken me 6 months to walk again, after the doctor said I may never walk again. I told him to go F&^k himself and kept striving. It is all up to you my man. I hope you are hard headed enough to push through.

[@gateshoser]

Here I was woe-doggin my gout flare... That does suck. Your body will heal, and things are just things cliche as that is I'm thankful you're alive and I don't know you. Prayers for your healing and for God's blessings on the tribulations ahead.

[@verbalwidget7267]

Take care Greg, sorry to hear this happened. I couldn't figure out how to do the live chat. You are still VERY Blessed, all this will pass. Just get better.

[@WheeledGeezer]

Sorry to hear of your crash, Greg. You can do this recovery thing. Take one day at a time and know that shine and shadow come into our life together. Look for something shiny in each day. Wishing you bright days ahead. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@WheeledGeezer]

That is correct. Jack and I really enjoyed our short time with them. Good guys.

[@ZManADV]

Sorry you’re busted up Grump. Praying for a speedy recovery brother.

[@mixcopenhagen]

Wish you all the best in your recovery

[@LenaScott-numoto1]

You’re in our prayers for a good recovery and that all works out for you Greg from me and my husband here in Arkansas.

[@graingerblaze]

Hope you recover quickly and can get back out on those two wheels again soon. 😢

[@johnstanley8792]

Sorry man. Heal fast. I broke my Bach in my 30 on a snowmobile. Stay strong and determined and you will be back on your feet in no time. Jack “Wheeled Geezer”

[@frostbitevinnie]

Hang in there! We got you bro!

[@twowheelsbetter223]

Thanks for filling us in on what happened. Just focus on the healing process, everything else will come together in time. You have a great family/ support group, and wingman at your side, take solace in that. And you will be in the thoughts and prayers of your KZbin family. Stay positive friend.

[@chrisknight5263]

Hey Greg! Thanks for making the effort to create the video and fill us in. That sucks! You are right about motorcycles, when we ride our fragile bodies are always just a millisecond away disastrous injury. I’m 2.5 weeks into a recovery myself (wrecked my knee off road), so yeah. Pain really sucks!!! Keep your mind positive, meditation helps me a lot. Could be worse, you’re here to tell the story and you have friends and family that care about you. Get that go fund me page going and I’ll send what I can! Hang in there!

[@Ridewithgorilla]

Wrecking really sucks Brother. Glad you survived it. Bad things happen to good people. Keep your chin up and try to stay positive. You will recover and overcome this. something positve will come out of it. It's obvious that you love to ride adv bikes. Maybe just not any more rallys! Start the Go Fund Me. A lot of folks enjoy your content and we're pulling for you. Keep us updated when ya can and let us all know where to help out with the bills and bike repairs.

[@GermanJobbies]

Life, thankfully goes on my friend. You just got handed a very challenging chapter in your book. You're a tough cookie so I doubt any of this will faze you. You're still here, any other issues are manageable huh 😉

[@2WHEELADVLIFE]

what a harrowing story. You crawled all that way. Glad you survived. Brother stay positive. Its going to be a long journey.

[@RonOrud]

Damn, quick healing to you.

[@randyholcombe4234]

Sorry for your crash and hopes for full recovery. Fellow Strom rider, but I do tend to ride like paw paw most of the time. Those fun curvy roads can rear up and bite sometimes.

[@bobs.3346]

Just wanted to wish you a speedy recovery Greg, from Vancouver British Columbia 🙏

[@foneguy4sure]

Very sorry to hear about your injuries Greg. Prayers for a quick healing and recovery buddy. If you were headed eastbound on Warwoman, I may know the exact spot you went off the road. Was riding with my cousin several years ago and he had to lay down a 1500 Suzuki cruiser, but fortunately neither he nor the bike went over the cliff. He did leave lots of DNA on the road but no serious injuries. Who knows the outcome had he and the bike gone off the cliff. Heal quickly as possible and I hope your pain is manageable very soon. Keep positive thoughts and hammer you some healing bro. 🆗👍

[@1001CP]

Heu brother. I can relate. I was hurt over 12 years ago on duty chasing some burglars. I broke my neck/back and had to relearn to use my hands and still dont walk well but I can ride and it has been my mental relief. I came back and got my riding skills mostly back after riding for over 50 years all over the states/Alaska and Canada. I have had good things come my way over the last few years. Keep going hard but do not rush it. What happened to you could have happened to anyone who loves to ride. Keep us updated and see you out there sometime!!

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Sorry you had to deal with something like this and thank you for your service as a police officer. I definitely have a long road ahead of me but hopefully it all will work out. Thank you for the encouragement and I am happy that you're back out there living life ,👊

[@weshopper9738]

Man this is heartbreaking. I'm so sorry but glad you're alive. Please keep posting updates and please start a go fund me

[@VStrom2019]

Can’t believe this happened to you . I’m from the Suzuki V Strom group and have been following your progress. How the hell you managed to climb that hill with a broken back AND without paralysing yourself doing it beats me 👏👏👏 Your attitude goes a long way in your recovery, positive vibes from me to you 👍

[@TheBeardedGrump]

I can't believe it either and wish it never would have happened. I had to do what I had to do to make sure I would see my family again. I'm very blessed that nothing worse happened to me during the process. Thanks for the well wishes. I really appreciate it 🙏

[@S_Bazaar]

Praying for your situation physically mentally and financially bud. I’ve enjoyed your content and wish you a speedy recovery and hope our community can get your financial situation cleared up at the very least.

[@SippyMotoAdv]

Praying for a full and swift recovery for you.

[@advmatt]

So sorry to hear this has happened to you. Recovery is going to be hard. Fight through it. You have no choice but to fight through it. Better days are ahead. Best wishes.

[@davechavis4275]

New to this channel via bullpen, broke my back in the desert 1976, on a bultaco 250. Hard work to bounce back but i still ride, bmw1250 gs trophy. You got this!!

[@TheBeardedGrump]

It's definitely going to be a long road but I think I'll be back to riding without much issues or at least I hope so. Thanks. I really appreciate it 👊

[@leonvanstrien]

What a bad news Greg, I hope you have the spirit with you to stay positive about all . As much people already mentioned, take it by small steps every day. I hope you can see more sunny days than cloudy ones. Please if you can let us all know how your recovery works out for you, and you will get some positive vibes from it when you need some. Hang on in there and take you're time to heal aswell for your body and your soul. 👊 Regards from the Netherlands 🇳🇱

[@MotoGiant]

I keep telling folks ....moorsickles is dangerous! Crashes tend to slow us down, I know I am MUCH slower? Hope you get better dude!

[@tedjones8639]

Wishing you a speedy recovery. It's awesome that you can still walk. Keep your head up brother I'm pulling for ya...

[@ero7238]

Hope you get well soon

[@brian30165]

I'm glad you made it through that. Best wishes for a speedy recovery!

[@backcountry4life]

Praying for a speedy recovery. You got this!

[@annettes.3796]

Yep on all that stuff about it could happen to any of us! I appreciate your humility and honesty. Spend your energy in gratitude & healing. It'll all work out. People are going to help you through. 🙏

[@TheBeardedGrump]

I'm trying my best to put all my energy into getting better but it's been easier said than done but I'll get through this. I appreciate your support. 👊

[@annettes.3796]

You're welcome. More help is on the way. RWB is working hard & word is spreading into the community. You won't be lost in all of this alone. Hang in there. 💪💪💪

[@bazz6670]

Very unfortunate Greg, i feel for you. You are one tuff guy and will kick arse in recovery. I know you will make a positive out of this.

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks. I sure hope something positive comes from all this 👊

[@ryanmalone2681]

This can definitely happen to anyone. This is why I always watch crash videos and train. I try to constantly learn and reduce my risk. The good thing about this is, it could’ve been worse and you could’ve been paralyzed. You’ll work your therapy and your competitive nature will bring recovery faster than most. No doubt you’ll get there. You’re the Bearded Grump!

[@brianream6460]

Good job getting yourself outta that situation. Things look dark still. It will get brighter. Be honest with yourself on your priorities. We don't have a lot of time so if you love it, get back out there; if not, walk away and don't look back and focus on what you do love. Maybe read Charlie Boorman's book.

[@ridingthethinlines]

just got home, sorry I missed the live stream! great to see you made it home! Listen to the doctors medical staff, and heal up! take care! We will be sending up some prayers for you!

[@adventureundone]

Same thing happened to me recently (as for the wreck) luckily I only broke my ankle. It still messes with my head. Wishing u the best man 👍

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks. I really appreciate it 👊

[@DeweyRides]

Man, sounds like a bad one, but you are still here, that is what matters. The rest will eventually figure itself out. Don't dwell on the negative, it's easy to do that, but it could have been worse. The next year of recovery is going to take a lot of work. My thoughts are with you man, each of us is just a few seconds of distraction away from it.

[@TheBeardedGrump]

It was pretty nasty. I'm trying to stay as positive as possible and just focus on getting better. It's going to be a long tough road but luckily I have a great wife that will make sure I don't fail. Thanks man. I really appreciate it 🙏👊

[@traviscarter9300]

Shit dog... this is tough to hear. I ride faster than I should at times, and this could be me. Get well brother. Hopefully, you can get back to doing some throttle therapy in the near future. Bills and bikes are not important at the moment. Be thankful for making it home even if you are slightly broken.

[@stevesgarage1937]

Sorry for your accident!! My wife's best friend fell down the stairs in her house and broke her back. She knocked her self out also and laid in the floor for two days. Shit just happen"s sometimes!! It took about 6 months and she is back working and running again. Hang in there and don't worry about them %&#&ing bills just focus on healing and getting better!! I had 2 heart attacks in 8 months and had over 100k in bills and I paid $25.00 a month and they just wrote off the rest. DO NOT SIGN UP FOR ANY PAYMENT PLAN!! Just pay a little every month they mark up the bills so much just to collect all they can from the insurance companies!!

[@ckyrooster]

Praise Yahweh! Grace and mercy be upon you. Protection and provision I will pray in your name, brother. I have been touched by your place in life.

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks! I need all the prayers I can get. 🙏

[@lddsports7301]

Just subscribed and been watching a lot of your videos to catch up. Hold your head high knowing you’re still alive, not paralyzed and still able to see the light. You got a lot of things to be thankful for and look forward to. One step at a time take your next move towards getting back on your feet and plan for new adventures along the way. Don’t waste time on negative thoughts just know that things will work out for you with your hard work and support around you! I don’t know you but from what I have met from your videos you totally are going to beat every single odd that’s stacked against you! keep up the awesome content with updates and and what you’re going through so others can appreciate the ups and downs of like and injuries. Also stay active with your channel by attending some events once you’re able to be more mobile in the spring, your commentating and editing is addicting and people enjoy listening/watching you no matter weather it’s riding or what. Be fun to watch for us all while you stay in touch with the riding community by filming some of these events at different check points, tough sections, finishes, bike setups etc. you got this 💪🏼

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks for subscribing. Thanks for the awesome comment and encouraging words. I need all the help staying motivated right now and reading comments like this definitely helps. 👊

[@Mc_parts_shack]

Feel better man and speedy recovery.

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks man. 👊

[@GaryStarley]

Praying for you. Stay strong

[@patrickbusinge9696]

Bro, I am sorry to hear this and I think it’s great you’re putting yourself out there for help. With medical bills and on. I actually had one 2 weeks back and Broke two left leg bones. I understand the pain and the medical system in the USA is not favorable like you said it’s just high way robbery. For no I suggest taking care of yourself first and then bills later. Sending prayers your way

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks man. I hate you're having to deal with an injury as well. I hope you are healing well and get back to normal soon. I'm at the point now that I'm focusing on getting better and getting back to doing the things I need to do and the things I like to do. The health care system will get what they get when I can get it to them. 👊

[@GamerFun222]

Hang in there Brother!! Sometimes GOD works in mysterious ways. HE has a plan through all of this. I gave what I could for now and am definitely praying often for You! I appreciate Your spirit and the great content You provide. As others have said stay positive and try to focus on what matters. I am GLAD You are still here! As You said it could have been a different outcome all together. I went through a car accident about 2 years ago and I can relate. I have dealt with it and it gets better each day. Some days are harder than others but I am BLESSED to still be here. Peace and Prayers, John 3:16

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks. I'm trying my best to stay positive and just focus on getting better. All I can do right now is hope and pray that I will heal correctly and get back to 100% as fast as possible. Hopefully something good will come from all of this. Thanks for the encouragement. I really appreciate it 🙏

[@GamerFun222]

Glad to hear it! Anytime Brother!@@TheBeardedGrump

[@tracey38999]

Thanks for sharing !!!

[@Mightycaptain]

Tractionator put me on my rear too. I feel for you man.

[@TheBeardedGrump]

I don't blame the tire. It was my fault. 👊

[@charlesadams7002]

Prayers!!!!!

[@666Virgil]

Ok ,glass back ,what you up to now ,still eating grapes , 🍇 I've made a donation, so every little helps ,, on a sensible note, How you doing deliverance boy ,😊

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Eating grapes like a king 😂. Thanks. I really appreciate it. Yesterday was a pretty good day so I'm going to build from that and keep pushing forward. 👊

[@666Virgil]

Good lad , be good before the doctors recon I think 🤔......kep us all posted on progress 😉 👍 😀

[@TheBeardedGrump]

@@666Virgil thanks. I hope so but it's been a challenging recovery process so far. I'll definitely make some videos of my progress.

[@richardstephens9647]

That is some amazing fortitude to climb back up that embankment! What a country, we pay the same rate in taxes as Netherlands where this injury would have 100% covered, yet they want to call taking care of our own ''socialism''. Prayers for your recovery and that you have all you need. May your pain recede and your heart be strong.

[@TheBeardedGrump]

I had to do what I had to do to make sure I saw my family again. The medical system is definitely broken in the US. Thanks. I really appreciate it and I need all I can get right now 🙏

[@Jeff_Moto_Adventures_Canada]

Godspeed sir!

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks. 👊

[@PisgahGravelProject]

🙏

[@in2ADV]

Get better soon mate! 😞

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks. I really appreciate it 👊

[@hoagiesherlin7732]

In 2010 i hit a deer at 70mph on my bike it took me 6 years to walk normal but i did it if my fat ass can do it i know you will be able too it's one day at a time brother you will get better

[@7777Gixer]

Wow! It is sad to hear that 10 over cars passed you and no one helps. You need to stabilise your back for recovery. Therefore you might need a harder bed so as to reduce movement of the spinal cord while you are resting or sleeping on the bed.

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Unfortunately that's the world we live in now. I've been being really careful when moving so I keep my back as straight as possible. 👊

[@stringtwister7654]

Praying for you Greg! Please don't worry about the doctor Bill's. We are about the same age, in 2015 I couldn't afford Obama care, and got sick thought I was going to die. Had some hospital bills, I filed for assistance at my local hospital and it took care of the most of it. Worst they can do is ruin your credit, they can't eat you! If you make an attempt to pay it back they can't even ruin your credit. You can pay 25 bucks a month and your fine. I have a 2018 v strom 1000 and have a switch to turn the abs off, it will lock up the tire so easily if the switch is off, really it's dangerous plus those rough motoz tractionators aren't made for fast curves. Hang in there brother, and try not to worry, like lynard skynard said troubles will come and they will pass!!

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks. I really appreciate it. I'm trying my best just to focus on my recovery and deal with the rest later. The biggest blow is I was supposed to start a new job now I'm unemployed for the next 8-12 months. I'll make it through this one way or another because I don't have any other choice. I appreciate the prayers and well wishes. I need all I can get right now. 👊

[@stringtwister7654]

@@TheBeardedGrump check on getting a temporary disability. If you have a kid under 18 you should be able to get it in a few months. I have a uncle how got crushed by a tree in mid 90"s. Had 2 small kid's and he got on it pretty soon. He was out of work for 1 1/2 years. It was enough money to keep the Wolves away.

[@harryhartley1466]

I'm so sorry this happened to you.

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks. I really appreciate it 👊

[@Eric19781]

Man get better you will get back on it get better

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks. 🙏👊

[@jaytownjunkyardfiles1999]

Look, has nothing to do with how it happened. The same thing could have happened walking down stairs. The main thing is moving forward. There's nothing wrong with, how could this have been prevented, that's a learning experience. A good practice moving forward is to adopt a what can go wrong and how can we prevent that while still carrying on the mission. Life has to go on. Never give up.

[@appalachianadvrider]

Really hate this for you and your family. And you are right ... This could of happened to anyone of us. I will keep you in my prayers and try to stay positive. You have a lot going for you and sometimes we forget about all the positive. If you get a fund going I will help advertise it and hopefully that will help.

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Thanks. It's been rough on a physical and mental level but I'm trying to stay as positive as possible. I just started the GoFundMe and any help is definitely appreciated. gofund.me/df087be2

[@appalachianadvrider]

@@TheBeardedGrump I put a link on the group just now. God speed my compatriot

[@perpetualmoto]

Oh man...this is horrible news. Wishing you a speedy recovery, Grump.