Yeah, Cancer Sucks But …| Recumbent Trikes

[@Kaynine3]

David, you are such an inspiration. I am 66 years old and it was becoming difficult for me to take the long walks I used to love. I bought a Catrike 4 months ago, and it has opened a whole new world of fun, exercise and adventure for me. I absolutely LOVE my trike - it has added so much quality to my life. I wish you health and happiness and hope to see you riding your trike for years to come. Blessings to you.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

That's great! And thank you so much!

[@0fficialnomad]

You're an inspiration, not just to those in the comments, but I'm sure many more that never comment. Certainly an inspiration to me, so thank you for being you and your efforts and positivity.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thank you. I think any other response on my part would just make me unhappy and that seems pretty pointless.

[@eaglewhite3107]

Dear David, This is your most inspiring video yet! The statement "I intend to draw my last breath with a smile upon my face, because that's one more round I will win." One of the most positive sentences I've have ever heard. God Bless and keep you.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thank you but to be honest, to me that's just a way of getting in a last jab.

[@debbieschwartz3132]

You David are a rockstar and an inspiration to so many. Keep on giving cancer the bird and pedaling that trike. ❤💪👏

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Hi Debbie and thanks. Just trying to find my best way through this …

[@debbieschwartz3132]

@@DavidRidesaTrike and you're doing it very well

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

@@debbieschwartz3132 As I keep telling people,I've had a lot of practice.

[@markfeldman6509]

Great attitude. Stay healthy and keep kicking. All of your friends here are pulling for you. You just gave a helluva impromptu sermon while riding. One suggestion…..at the beginning of your next ride and video introduce us to Debbie! She must be one heckuva lady to go through all of this with you.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks Mark. I've tried! She's very camera shy.

[@markfeldman6509]

@@DavidRidesaTrike just thought I’d ask as many of us viewers would like to meet her

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

@@markfeldman6509 One day she'll probably agree to it.

[@georgechase3275]

Good morning David, I think you know I am almost 23 years out from Chemo & doing well now. Today I am sitting in the waiting room where my wife of almost 40 years is getting her 6th round of Chemo. This, after taking care of me all these years is not what I had in my mind for her for sure. But the treatment is working and I know she will make it thru this and be fine in the long run. Watching your video here reinforced many things I have also learned during my treatment as well. Thank you so much for keeping us focused on the good stuff of life and making sure to enjoy each and every day. Take care and keep riding, I know I will.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks George. My thoughts are with you and your wife as she battles her cancer.

[@jimmcdonald9244]

Thanks again David, you're a wonderful encouragement, even in the midst of great trauma none of us can begin to comprehend.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks so much Jim!

[@curtvaughan2836]

You are an amazing inspiration to me, and obviously a lot of other folks who follow your youtube productions. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences, David.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks Curt. And thanks for watching!

[@wingzofsteel]

The moment is now and you are here and I am so very thankful.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thank you.

[@SheplerStudios]

Wow, I just discovered your channel while researching recumbent trikes due to health issues. I'm sorry to hear your cancer is back, but one could not ask for a more courageous, realistic and optimistic approach to one's end of life. You are a teacher on so many levels David and am glad I found you to learn from everything you have to offer. Thank you so much. Best of journeys.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Hi Scott and thank you for watching and for the kind words., I figure it's a lot easier to enjoy life, even with its bumps and inevitable end, than to be negative. I know I'll still have many good days to enjoy so why ruin them?

[@redtail59]

Thank you for this most uplifting video, David! You are a blessing!

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks Susan!

[@keithbliss6680]

Still praying for you David.Asking God to heal you; spirit,. soul and body. God loves you!

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thank you Keith.

[@garyseckel295]

David is very much an inspiration to this handicapped recumbent trike rider. David's background music for his videos is always tasteful.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks Gary.

[@davidl.4147]

David, my name is David also. Our lives seem to parallel in a lot of ways although I’ve had organ issues I have not had the cancer that I know of this point. You are truly an inspiration to me as well as countless others and please remember no matter what the future holds there will always be a following that takes you into their hearts to prove your legacy. Thank you for being you!

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks so much David. I appreciate it.

[@swankles3877]

Just found your channel and have two observations...my father is 92, was given 6 months with stage 4 lung cancer. That was 3-1/2 years ago and you are correct it's all about continuing the fight. Second, I had to stop riding my bike because of a slipped disc in my neck causing excruciating pain. I bought a Terra Trike and now ride pain free 6 days a week. Riding my trike is almost some type of meditation, very relaxing. Something I never experienced on my bike. Blessings and prayers for you 🙏❤️

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks so much! And may your father have many more good years. I totally agree with you on riding the trike almost being a form of meditation. I have found myself on rides where I realize I've ridden to a spot and I don't quite remember passing things along the way. It's not a frightening experience. My mind just stops all the thought for a few minutes and I just pedal along. When this happens I always very exceptionally refreshed and good. As I've said in many of my videos, I could go out feeling lousy and within a very short time riding the trike, I feel great. It does seem to have recuperative powers.

[@Olyphoto7]

David, what can I say that I haven’t said before? I continue to appreciate you and what you’re doing for this community. I think everyone here considers you a member of their family or as a good friend. Keep riding, keep fighting and keep on finding joy and happiness. One last thing, keep on watching out for big piles of horse poop!

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Hi Dan. lol, DEFINITELY yes on that last thought! And thank you for the kind words. They are greatly appreciated.

[@goriverman]

This video touched my heart. I know where your coming from. You are a inspiration to to me. I will go out fighting and enjoy every day god has given me.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thank you. And that is really the best way to live our lives regardless of what gets thrown at us.

[@kellyfromiowa1849]

I found your channel just yesterday and I can honestly say, I have never heard more inspiring words. You are forever forged in my memory. Whenever I am feeling down, I am going to remember your words: Never give up until the fight is over, Never feel sorry for yourself, Listen to music, Remain active, and Find joy in your life. Peace be with you. ❤

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Hi Kelly and thank you so very much! Those are all things I've come to learn and now, they just seem like common sense to me. Why feel (emotionally) lousy when you don't have to? Thanks again and thank you for watching!

[@tomboyd9053]

Thank you for today's message, David. After spending 4 day in the hospital this past week, I needed to hear your inspiring talk. God bless and Keep on Triking! 🙏🙏🙏

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks Tom. I hope you're doing okay!

[@tomboyd9053]

I had a couple of A-Fib issues. They did a CT and a MRI of my brain (Yes, they found that I have a brain), numerous blood draws, and a heart catheterization. I have to return to the hospital once an ablation can be scheduled. Until then, I'll be treated with medications. I had an ablation a couple of years ago for A-Flutter that was successful. The heart catheterization showed no heart disease... Good news! I need a good recumbent trike ride to clear my mind. 🙂

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

@@tomboyd9053 A good trike ride repairs a lot that's wrong with us - at least emotionally. Hopefully the heart issue will not be anything too serious.

[@juanmiguellimjoco8449]

I completely agree with all the previous comments David. I admire your courage, attitude, and philosophy on life and the various aspects of living and dying. Truly remarkable!

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks so much Juan!

[@wesleycardinal8869]

Your fighting spirit is an example to us all. You have inspired me to keep on living and keep on looking forward - not that I am in any way looking to end my life, but you can give up and sit out the years, and so many do. Maybe sitting out the years on a trike is a good way 👍🇦🇺

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

The idea of sitting our our years while riding a trike sure sounds appealing to me!

[@32johnw]

What an inspiration! Your attitude in dealing with such a challenging situation and the fact that you move at a good pace and still don’t sound out of breath! As someone said, Rockstar!

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

E-assist! My secret weapon!

[@conniehoyle2669]

This world is blessed having you in it. I hope you stay a while

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Well, I'm not so sure about the first part but I hope I do!

[@pgs6gcv2]

Bless you David. Keep riding.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks. That's my plan!

[@duanewilson3941]

I want you to know that we bought a trike for my wife who has some health issue's because of watching your video's. Now we go out riding all the time. Thank you and best of luck to you always.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

That's wonderful! I'm so happy to hear that!

[@bobt2522]

David, you are presenting us with an amazing example of how to live our lives. Most of us have not been forced to face our mortality as you have. As Lincoln Grayson mentioned, there is a spiritual aspect to living (and to dying). I hope and pray that you have a good relationship with God.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks Bob. I've got many other life example in my past that I'm not proud of, but I keep trying to learn from my mistakes.

[@elanmorpurgo8425]

Your cancer video presentation is awe inspiring. With such a positive attitude it’s no wonder the cancer is beat! Or maybe it’s because of your strong will and extra set of batteries you seem to run on. Reminds me of the Coppertop battery advertisement😆 For myself what most caught my attention is your refusal to look at yourself as a victim. Like myself after a severe stroke 16 years ago decided that my stroke shouldn’t be considered something bad. I named it my “stroke of luck” and deal with life the best I can. Carrie on David and make us smile

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Hi Elan and thanks. I LOVE your stroke name! I occasionally tell people that I feel fortunate for all I've gone through because it's done so much to teach me what's important in life and how to deal with difficult situations. It's what we do after these life-altering events that is what matters. I have a feeling you COMPLETELY understand this! Take are and I'm curious, are you a cyclist?

[@elanmorpurgo8425]

Of course I am a cyclist. thought it was obvious for some reason. Got my first recumbent trike shortly after the stroke. An ICE model T as it was called. Last year I got a catrike 559 with a Bfgang bottom bracket Motor. With this configuration I can go up dirt roads and visit places I never thought I’d ever see you again. The sense of freedom is exhilarating!

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

@@elanmorpurgo8425 I figured you were but you know what they say about assuming.And yes, the doors that e-assist opens are incredible. I feel like I can go pretty much anywhere. And get back home too!

[@OurTopSpots]

Thank you for inspiring us each week! We are all on this journey together……

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks and yes we are!

[@teshuvahemmet3036]

Praying for you 🙏

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thank you.

[@lasanallien6657]

So much wisdom!

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Many people have said I'm a wise guy. 🤣

[@sherrykaufman6403]

Love you, David!

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Hi Sherry! Love you back!

[@conniehoyle2669]

Your videos lift me up

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks Connie.

[@conniehoyle2669]

God Bless you David and all that you love .

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

@@conniehoyle2669 ❤❤

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

@@conniehoyle2669 Thank you so much Connie..

[@garyseckel295]

You are the World's Best Riding Buddy!

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Ha! Thanks Gary!

[@hawaiiantrike-surfkayak]

David, as always, you’re sending a important message to the human race as you elevate above your body. As part of that race, I sincerely would like to say mahalo nui loa. I so agree about music, motion and joy as the trifecta of life. I’ll add humor though it might be tough in some cases. BTW, I’m going to send a text to Elon Musk to make sure his space junk does land on your trike, at least while you’re riding it.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

lol, thanks for the note to Elon, Bob! Please let me know what he says. You mentioned humor and as I mentioned to someone down below, that is one thing I should have included in my list. I always try to see humor in just about any situation. It always makes things easier and puts so much into perspective.

[@paullyle3461]

Great music David, love that sound a t the first of the video. Interesting video, thanks for sharing your thoughts.I'm sure many people learn a lot fr it. Happy Trails.😎🎀😎

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks Paul. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@raybreakwell3945]

G'day David..... This presentation is outstanding . It seeps into the core of my soul. Thank you. And your track clothed with Springtime is so refreshing. Riding your track with you is one of my inspiring pleasures....... Thank you, David. Ray.....

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks Ray! How are you?

[@carolcipriano6476]

Just found out I have cancer. thanks for this. I am looking into a trike as well.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Hi Carol, so sorry to hear this news. Hopefully it's something that's (relatively) easily treated and cured. Best of luck! And a trike can add much joy to your life. Then again, I'm biased.

[@garyseckel295]

David, both this video, and your 'Need for Speed' video, have really opened a huge lot of heartfelt boxes of your followers! So much wished you used a not expensive finger-size monocular WITH a cell phone clip. You focus it by looking at/through your cell phone. SO EASY! Oh my, your already established video/personality creativity further expanded to photograph up close nature/wildlife photos to share with your followers! Very easy to operate, and snap beautiful photographs!!! Your last couple of videos have very much further potential!

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Hi Gary. I've looked at a few of those monocular devices. Perhaps one day …

[@biocargo]

Asi es amigo, dia a dia , batalla tras batalla. hoy estamos vivos, pues a vivir entonces. un abrazo para ti.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Gracias mi amiga

[@EZSteve]

I like the way your DJI Pocket camera follows you with a motion pan when you did the ride-by shot near the beginning of the video - very nice! In fact, the entire opening sequence is very professional and enjoyable. Thanks for sharing.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks Steve. Actually, that clip of me riding was done with my GoPro Max 360 camera. The DJI wouldn't be able to detect my face from that distance, lock on it and follow it. The 360 shoots 360° around itself and I can edit it however I want in post.

[@EZSteve]

@@DavidRidesaTrike You definitely have some advanced technology equipment. My two cameras are just standard regular ones that require more thinking and work on my part to get unusual and captivating shots. I was going to get the DJI Pocket like yours last year, but a significant percentage of reviewers talked about needing to register the camera with the company using their software or else it would stop functioning after five uses. They concurred that the company was too personally invasive for them, and I think they said a cell phone was necessary for some aspect of registration (if I remember correctly). There was something that was required that I did not have anyway, so I finally decided to remove it from my Amazon cart and stick with my two old fashioned cameras 😀 steve

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

@@EZSteve Yes, you do have to register the camera but if you don't have a cell phone you can just call their 800 and register it. A lot of people get quite paranoid over things like this but they just want to know when a product becomes "active" and where in the world it's being used. Basic marketing information.

[@EZSteve]

@@DavidRidesaTrike I have had several digital cameras over the years, and there was an option to register if so inclined, but I never did. I am sure there is nothing nefarious about the company and registration, but still, it seems like marketing strategies these days have gone too far with regards to user privacy, even thought it is probably quite innocent. I always like new toys, especially after seeing what you have been doing with your camera visuals, but hey, at least I saved four hundred or more dollars, haha. These cameras I already have are fine. The Nikon is the best quality, both picture and audio mic, but the little waterproof Fuji mounted on the front of the trike is good enough for well lit shots. I noticed the picture quality got grainy on the Munsel Creek Bike Path video when in the really shady areas, which I was not happy to see, but otherwise, it's a decent camera.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

@@EZSteve Yes, I think these more invasive privacy issues are only going to continue. Most people don't even realize that they're being tracked in so many ways today, from their phones and cars to their browsers and email. All of them are gathering information and there's not a whole lot we can do about it if we want to use these tools. Of course, we can opt to not have a car, a cell phone and to use a browser like Duck, Duck, Go and email accounts that don't read through our emails and gather marketing information, but most people don't know what's going on or don't want to make the sacrifices.

[@lincolngrayson1013]

Trust God, there is life after leaving this whole.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks Lincoln. I'll try to report back. 😉

[@Lemonicelisa]

Love you!! Great video!!

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Love you more and thanks!

[@rickturnr]

Good talk!

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks Nick!

[@colleenvanrossem8834]

David, terrific video. Your attitude towards life is very inspiring! I too am an ex martial artist. From 25-35 yrs old. Some of best years of my life and some of my closest friends to this day. Th e only bad thing is gave me is knee arthritis from all my injuries 😂 I think I also heard on DRAT ride you used to be a dog trainer!? Is that true? I keep remembering your annual mileage goal. My trike will be 1 yr old ( and hence a year since I met you) end of next month. I am no where near 2000 miles. Right now about 525 or so. Just can’t seem to get out as much as I’d like this year due to Dot’s therapy. Ps. It was kind of fun when I got back from Spain to “binge watch” your videos. I was behind a few.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Hi Colleen. I actually was in martial arts at the same time I was working as a dog trainer. This started back in the late 70s. I used to go into the dojo every morning, eat lunch and then go to work. I worked primarily with problem dogs and I did the work in the client's home. I was the first "in-home dog trainer" in the Chicago area. My business was doing really well but as my eyes got worse I had to stop driving at night and that really made things difficult so I had to go out and get a "real" job. How is Dottie doing?

[@colleenvanrossem8834]

That is so cool. Dot has developed separation anxiety during Covid and this injury made that worse. Know any good trainers to help?. Mentally she is all back to her normal goofy self. Physically she is using her leg but limping. We have X-ray on Tuesday up by you on Busch Pkwy to see what’s going on. We are at week 13 so she is healing a little slower than expected but you can’t rush bone growth! Hoping in next 4 weeks we can start doing stairs and longer walks. Fingers crossed.

[@themilehightriker8500]

"Music hath charms to soothe the savage David Goldman..." 😁 Whether Kraftwerk, Led Zeppelin, the Seekers, or Gentle Giant, there is always a melody and rhythm to ease the body and mind. We mustn't forget the huge role humor plays in our lives. No matter how bad things get, there's always room for a joke and a good laugh. What is life worth without that? I think this is why I so often begin my comments with a patented remark. I think you know I've had my share of problems recently. It's a fact that I'm not as strong as I used to be. In the back of my mind there's always the possibility something serious is going on. There have been too many of these incidents lately. All that said, my trike still beckons. I've accepted I can't ride as often as I'd like, but I still go when I can. I've often told you that pain is my constant companion - sort of my invisible sidecar - but I can deal with that. There's no substitute for the serenity and solitude a good ride gives me, so that's how it is. I don't dwell on what the future holds for you or I. I merely enjoy the interplay we share of existing here, now, today. We're friends, and that's enough for me. You know, we should each dedicate an entire episode to what our wives mean to us. I sort of did that awhile back on our anniversary, but that's only a partial tribute. We can't begin to understand the weight our caregivers carry on their shoulders. This song comes to mind; how simple and beautiful it is. Their lead singer, Judith Durham, just left us on August 5th. What a marvelous and clear voice she gifted to us. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYvJZWSLqsl0mKs

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Hi Greg. Excellent point about humor. That's something I honestly should have put in this episode. I feel like I always can see humor in just about any situation and to me, that's a good thing. Another person suggested I get Debbie on camera in my next episode. The problem is, she HATES being recorded so I don't see that happening anytime soon.

[@themilehightriker8500]

@@DavidRidesaTrike Yes, Janet is always quick to critique my videos, but never wants to be in them.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

@@themilehightriker8500 Are you saying she's a back seat editor?

[@themilehightriker8500]

@@DavidRidesaTrike More or less.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

@@themilehightriker8500 Okay, it'll be our secret.

[@pedroangulo9999]

Thanks loot David You are champion i get hurts bye 4 stroks but You helpmee to kip going God bless You i love in Costa Rica i Made My own trike

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Wow, that's great that you made your own trike! I'm so sorry about the strokes. It sounds like you're a fighter though and will keep going!

[@josephmcgee8450]

Why are bike, Trike,helmets always a Dark colors? Maybe a Bright color that glows in Dark? Maybe a light on front and back would Be a good place!

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

All those products are available in very bright fluorescent colors as well. Unfortunately, my trike was only available in black which I wasn't happy about. I do have a flashing red light on the back of my trike and a flashing light on the front as well.

[@sharonkramer9258]

Thank you David. You are inspiring. Can you or anyone else recommend an incumbent trike?

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks! It's hard to recommend a trike for someone. It's really a matter of what feels best to you and what suits your needs. For those reasons it's always best to go to a dealer if possible.

[@colleenvanrossem8834]

I think skip intro link missing FYI. Not a big deal but thought you might appreciate knowing

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Thanks! It's there now!

[@carolcipriano6476]

You said you listen to music. Have you tried Praise music. I love it.

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

No, I can't say that I have.

[@josephmcgee8450]

Tell us about music on your trike?

[@DavidRidesaTrike]

Not much to tell. Generally speaking, I don't listen to music when I ride.

[@tomprentice6935]

❤️😎👌🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿(stroke)