Les Tinius (LTR Suspension) Heart Attack - Fund Raiser

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Les Tinius of LT-Racing (LTR) Suspension suffered a massive heart attack on Saturday, April 7. He collapsed in his back yard and he was fortunate that his wife saw him go down and was trained in CPR. When the ambulance arrived he was "flat lined" and it took four attempts to revive him.

He underwent open heart surgery on the following Sunday and received a quadruple bypass. His major arteries in the heart were 100% blocked and we are very lucky to still have him with us. There is appreciable damage to his heart - but he now has good circulation to the healthy heart muscle that remains.

Everything is now going as well as possible - he is up and moving and will be coming home soon. His physician was concerned about brain damage - but he seems to have come through it without any neurological problems. His sense of humor and smile came through completely intact! :)


He did not have medical insurance and his income has come to abrupt halt. If you would like to help him in his time of need you can find information on how to contribute at the following link :

http://www.gasgasrider.org/html/donation.html

Thanks,
Jeff
 
Thx Jeff for making this easy for all.
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Our prayers are for Les and his family.
 
thanks, and maybe a reminder now and again so that I will remember to kick in a little each paycheck.
 
Guys, I really hate asking people for $$, but in this case I feel I have to. This is more important than helping a guy at the Six Days, this is about helping a man recover not only his health but his business and build his life back. If anyone has ever been involved with complicated surgery, the costs can be financially devistating. Les is one of us, a rider and friend who has always been there for help and advice even if you didn't spend any money with him. Now he needs help. If everyone could just give a small amount it would add up and make a difference in some way I'm sure. I know its tough for a lot of people to part with a buck in these times, but lets be honest, we all have enough to support a dirt bike habit. So, for the price of shipping on the next GG accessory or parts you could make a difference. Thanks.
 
I sent a check this morning.

I only "hang out" on one board, and it's here. I have an old GG bike, am a crappy rider, and really don't have time to ride my bike like I should, but the camaraderie, knowledge, humor, and respect here is compelling and appealing.

I've never met or spoken to Les, but his situation and his interaction with others compelled me to contribute. That speaks to both the quality of his character, and those who also "hang" here.
 
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blitz11 said:
I've never met or spoken to Les, but his situation and his interaction with others compelled me to contribute. That speaks to both the quality of his character, and those who also "hang" here.
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Spot on! I was in the same boat.
 
Done.. Les is a great guy.. he just did my 50's on the mc 250 and they are perfect.. i have talked to him many times before and he has always been very helpful to me..
 
Done! Wish it could be for a whole lot more.

I have had Les do suspension on two bikes. Spot on both times (he actually gives you what you ask for!!!!!!) This is not always the case. My Ohlins were magic, and when I gave them up for a Marzocchi/Sachs combo I was worried, but he made them work great!

Les is a fantastic guy. I stayed at his house one Gas Gas meet and Greet ride weekend. We laughed and had a great time, swapped stories and talked bikes. It was great! I sure hope he recovers fully and quickly.
 
Thanks to all of you...

I almost feel like a human being, just need some more time. Thanks to everyone here, I am humbled and can't thank you all enough. I have posted an update on my condition here; http://lt-racing.com/index.html Thanks so much again, we will talk soon.
Les
 
It gets better with a little time Les. I joined the "club" during a race in 2010. Take it easy and do the rehab. It really opens your eyes, that's for sure. Glad to see you posting already.
 
Les- I received my forks two days after your incident. Thanks for expediting everything and making sure that I had what I needed when I needed it.

Thanks again, and good luck.

Phil
 
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