Showing posts with label Jake Carney. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Jake Carney. Show all posts

Sunday, November 14, 2010

RIP Jake Carney.

Making a post like this is something I'm pretty sure I've never done before, and hope to never have to make again. Last night, Chicago rider Jake Carney was in a car accident and suffered serious injuries. He was placed on life support this morning, but sadly passed away, at the age of 17. Jake leaves a brother, Ben, and countless friends and family members. I only met Jake once, but those who rode with him said he was a "great guy" and that he "lived life to the fullest."

As a tribute to Jake, I'd like to hear any stories or memories of Jake anyone has of him in the comments. So if you knew him, feel free to post a comment about him, thanks.

Heres a couple short videos of Jake, for those who never saw him ride there are videos below





*Edit* below piece added by Steven Tongson


When I logged on and read this, my heart dropped. Because I knew Jake personally? No. Did I even know him as a rider? Sadly, the answer remains no. But I don't think I have to have known him, or anyone else in this sport to know that this is one of the saddest moments I've had to come across in the sport of Scootering.


A lot of riders lose sight sometimes of what we're all doing, and how we are all together in this sport. We are pushing this sport to what it is as a collective effort that we all do our part in. We should respect and appreciate every rider for getting out on their scooters everyday and riding. And now we need to respect and acknowledge that we just lost one of those riders.


To Jake, and his friends, and his family, I will have you all in my thoughts and prayers and I hope that you all make it through this tough time.


- Steven Tongson