I had a very serious accident on my bike April 14. I was on a group ride. fortunately I wear an ID on my shoe and the leader knew what hospital, who to call, etc. So if you have one, wear it.

Anyway, I received the hospital bill today. Although I am not responsible for it, except for a $15 co-pay the bill is HUGE!! The insurance has paid the rest.

I bought a new VERY EXPENSIVE Ruby Carbon bike before the accident. I was supposed to get fitted for it the day of the accident. Instead I went on the group ride and planned to go there after. (Of course never got there.) The bike is paid for and they are holding it at the shop until I feel well enough to get it fitted.

The problem is I don't know if I want to ride anymore. Although my friends enccourage me, I am very depressed about so many things. First, the huge hospital bill that my wonderful employer's insurance is having to pay for and I am sure my accident will raise everyone's premiums next year, buying a new expensive bike when I can't seem ride the old one safely. I was also on medical disabilty for two weeks.

My friends are being very encouraging but it's not helping. Have any of you been in a serious accident and went back to riding. What did you think, How did you handle it, did you feel guilty about having an expensive bike, etc? I guess right now I need encouragement and wisdom from fellow riders. But if you think I should give up riding, please let me know that to. Nothing can hurt my feelings right now.