Thanks for all the well wishes and of course the welcome into the road rash club. I'm honored There was no damage to my bike, and that's probably because the bike fell on top of me - had to protect my baby

I did have a flat kit with me - LBS had put it together for me, but for some reason, once I got the tire ready for the CO2 cartridge, it just wouldn't stay on the stem properly and CO2 shot out everywhere. When I took the bike to the shop, the fella inspected the tire as well as the tube and there were no holes, punctures, etc. Apparently, it was a defective tube because near the stem there was some pulling and he said it was just enough for the air to leak slowly. He replaced the tube at no cost and I purchased a few more CO2 cartridges. My seat did twist as I fell but thanks to my handy dandy tool, I was able to take care of that right off. What an experience. But I'm going to hop back on the bike later today because I know the longer I wait, the more fear I'll encounter, and I love my baby too much to just let her sit.

My skin feels very tight at the abrasions and like you said Grog, abrasions to the knee tend to open up with the bending and straightening of your leg - I'm keeping the wounds clean and putting neosporin on them.

Nanci, my bike sister twin, thanks for the heads-up on that kit - I actually think I'm going to order one because of all the goodies I have in my pack, that's something I don't have, and really need. I wasn't able to clean the wounds for a bout 45 mins., so it had dried and trying to scrub it out was painful. Now, the question becomes, how on earth do I shave around that?!?!?!

BTW Nanci, how are you doing with your bike? I love mine, absolutely love it. I can't believe how smooth the ride is and each day, I'm getting more and more comfortable. Have you seen the WSD Treks for 2006? The 2200 is pink - it looks like pepto-bismol. I was able to see one up close and personal yesterday at the LBS, and honestly, I like the 2100 better, including the components.

Again, thanks for your responses. You're Sweethearts.

Kathryn