i've read through the other thread's this morning, and want to make sure that all rumor's are put to rest, and that there's good information getting out.

Nick DID NOT have his arm amputated...

ok. nick has a broken humerous, approx 1-2in above the elbow. the doc's installed a plate in his arm.

he had an artery in his left arm damaged, a graft section of artery was removed from his right ankle area. he also had damage to other arteries in his arm, but were re-attached without grafting. there was skin grafted from his right leg to repair the left elbow area.

he had a large prtion of skin on his right arm removed, though no broken bones. skin was grafted from the right leg to his right arm.

he's got a broken femur, it was a closed break, there were rod's installed to fix his leg.

his pelvis is fractured. nothing has been done yet because it is not a major fracture, and he is immobile as it is.

he had a few lacerations on other part's of his body, and a fracture in his right knee cap area.

he has fluid in his lungs and is in an oxygen chamber to get his lungs to begin working properly on there own. he will most likely be hospitalized for several weeks.

the only thing that could appear to be long term is a few nerve fibers going to his hand were damaged. no one will know what controls those nerve's operate until he's awake and able to work with Physical Therapy.


now the good news is: his spine, neck head and internal organs appear to be good. he was wearing his camelback water pack, which was partly full and most likely was a big reason why his back was not hurt. his helmet only had one mark on it, so his head did not take a big hit.


His dad arrived in SLC yesterday morning, and will be with him until he goes home i am sure. myself, Mike Shaffer, Peter Mazzoni & Family were all there yesterday to see him in the ICU, he was very heavily medicated but did open his eyes to familiar voices so we think he knows we were there for him.


i will post up a room number for anyone wantign to send flower's card's etc when he's in a permanant room.

he's got his 1st place trophy, and his BFG Winner hat with him now, two of his favorite things! everyone who told me to let him know they were pullin for him, i did, and he did open his eyes when i let him know. he know's were here for him and that we'll do whatever it takes.



i'd like to thank the Browns, the medical crew, and the UROC staff the helped make sure nick was attended to safely and qucikly. the Factory Tubular Crew for shuffling people around, since we're all out of towners... And to Ranch for coming to the ER immediatly after it happened. Camo & the P4x4 crew for teh updates. And for everyone who's called me to check up and to offer things, my phone was blowing up on my drive home last night, if i don't get back to you right away, don't think i forgot, i took notes while driving!!!


and :flipoff2: to the spelling nazi's

Thanks Dave, I'll be calling Jim this afternoon. Sounds like he's beat up, but damn lucky.

We're pullin' for ya, Nick!

Are you still in SLC?

Please let everyone one know that there are people here to help. I would be happy to help out anyway I can, Shuffle people around, whatever!!!!
I will PM you my cell #

I even have an extra laptop I'll take him when he gets up and around....

Thanks for the update!

your in our prayers nick

DSI you forgot one thing in your post...... He's a tough fuwker and a average man wouldn't of made it. He's the toughest guy I've met! Glad I could help w/ what little I knew how.

Our whole team and family has been thinking about the situation and wishing the best for Nick. I am relieved to hear about the start of his recovery and that perminent damage will hopefully be less than we all presumed.

Thanks for the update and best of luck to Nick.

Brad

Glad to hear he is doing better. It was on the local news last night.
I am amazed that they could put that arm/shoulder back together!!
I too was there and horrified by what I saw.

Anyone (Lance/Camo/DSI) have a contact # for his family/friends that are in SLC now?
I would like to offer any help I can! Run them around, offer a bed, some company, rides from the airport, what ever!! Please email me marc.milner@gmail.com with any info.

There are a lot of people here that are willing/wanting to help anyway we can.

Hopefull when he is up around, he can do some rehab PBB surfing with that hand....I even have a spre laptop I can take up to the hospital.

Marc

Thanks for the update DSI , Glad to see the BAD rumors put to rest .
Wish him a speedy recovery from TEAM #302

PLEASE KEEP US POSTED ON HIS RECOVERY

Thanks
Mike Hullfish

Thank god it wasn't worse then it is..Terrible accident and very sad it happened, but thank god it wasn't worse..

Hurry up and get out of the hospital Nick so you can give Dave more hell. :D

Does anyone know if Nick has a paypal account? I think w/ all the rockcrawlers on this board we could help him out a little. He's goin to have a lot of expenses w/ this accident.

Our thought and prayers go out to ya Nick Get Well Soon. RD

we are setting up a paypal acct, and i've got several LARGE vendor's onboard for a raffle, but i've also got 4 day's of work to catch up on, give me another day or so to get thing's setup and i will have the info to post.


i spoke with Nick's dad earlier and he's got a rental car, and brought his lap top and is staying at the hospitality house provided by the hospital.

i will post a room number for anyone wanting to send card's flower's etc to him as soon as he is assigned a room. he's back and forth from ICU to the isobaric chamber right now. i will be getting update's from his Dad as often as he's in an area that he can call from. and will post what i know, as soon as i know.

ALL support is DEFINATLY apreciated, and as RJ said, Nick is one strong SOB to pull through that like he did... the shop's just got a weird feeling today without him here... no 50's no talking like arab's, and no fireworks...

Nick's little sis emailed me, I have just spoken with his Dad. Things are about the same as earlier. Still in ICU. His dad is doing ok, like DSI said, the hospital has him all set up. He has my # and will call if he needs anything from us locally. Most you local guys know how to get a hold of me, I will start a thread for local help if/as needed on RME as soon as it comes back up.

We're all pulling for ya Nick. Thoughts and prayers are with ya, hang in there buddy. Marc, forward the info to me and if there's anything I can do please let me know. I'm only 30 miles south of SLC and will help in any way possible.

Good to hear he is going to be okay. We're in SLC too, and we're willing to help out if something is needed.

thanks for the update,dave. i only spent the one weekend with nick/team rock equip before i hit the injured list myself,nick's a good guy and i really feel bad about this happening to him. get well soon,nick.

Hang in there Nick

Yep, tons of us locals are more than happy to help any way we can (even if it just means a home cooked meal for friends and family that are here, even though my wife can't cook:D). Keep the updates coming, and good luck to Nick on a speedy recovery...

Glad to hear he is doing better than a lot of people thought he might be!!!
It was a horrible accident, and for him to be pulling through shows just how tuff he is!! We're all here for you Nick, keep strong!!
And Peter, glad to hear you're doing good too!!

All our best thoughts Nick, Rage 4th

Best recoveries from Bigelow Motorsports!!! Get well soon. We were glued to the screen all weekend watching from Maryland since we couldnt make the trip. Best wishes to you and your family Nick.

Doug and Kat Bigelow

Hang in there, Nick.

Any word on how Pete's doing? I know he took this hard. :(

Dave , if there is anything that I and MINE can do--- just call---
you know who I am talking about-
just let us know !!

I have known Peter/the Mazzoni's my entire life. I was there when this tragic accident happened. It is true what Lance said about Pete feeling bad if he stepped on your toe. This is incrediably hard for him, and a major turning point in his career as a professional rock crawler and human being. They both need your support -- in a sense Nick was the physical part of what happened, and Peter represents the mental part.

Pete is coming back into SLC today or tomorrow. Locals look out for him (I know you will). Everyone else, please keep being coachs, mentors and supporters. Thanks DSI for setting the medical information straight. This is a turning point for the sport as well. Safety regulations belong in the hands of the drivers and spotters, the ones that put themselves out there.

Hang in there man!

Nick, my prayers are with you.

I would like to send my prayers and best wishes to Nick as well. Now let's everyone look to the future and try and prevent things like this from happening. I have started a thread on UROC's forum, please feel free to post any updates on any drivers or spotters that were injured.

i am parker garretts spotter
ryan
if you guys need anything
place to stay
computer
anything
i am local
please call
801-971-1382

i am parker garretts spotter
ryan
if you guys need anything
place to stay
computer
anything
i am local
please call
801-971-1382

i am parker garretts spotter
ryan
if you guys need anything
place to stay
computer
anything
i am local
please call
801-971-1382
good luck nick

i am parker garrett's spotter
ryan
if you need anything
anything at all
please call me
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sorry computer/me having problems

Nick and Pete,
You and your family and friends are in our thoughts.....
If there is anything you need, don't hesitate to call.

Matt Holm
Sales Manager
Factory Tubular Motorsports
801-799-0586-w
801-918-3994-c

ryslc---- not a problem guy--- an offer from the heart bears repeating !!!!

We all know our hearts go out to Nick and he is obviously in the best of hands so I'll simply say we're all rooting for him and a fast recovery.

This message is to Peter. Pete, my life changed 3 years ago. I had a good career in a sport that I loved and dominated. I had another 8 to 10 years as a pro athlete with a good salary and an amazing life when my ankle was destroyed. It all changed overnight. Now, life is just as good, only on a different path...my life isn't the same, but still, just as good with a new direction. I have a good friend that just lost a leg...also a pro athlete. He says that what he imagined would be a major handicap is now just a nuisance and his life is as fulfilling, even without what he dreamed would be his only path in life...yes, his path changed and he'll be the first to say that because of his love of life, it is just as good, only different than he expected 2 years ago. Many people can tell you stories of devastation that changed everything in their life's plans and some may even compare in the extreme to Nick's current situation but I have to tell you not to worry...Nick's got a heart of gold, was doing what he loved, knew the risks, and his life has now taken a new direction. You need to remember that and not put it upon yourself. Pete, life's unpredictable...no changing that. If you could, it'd be boring. Keep your spirits up, support our friend, and get back in that car and drive it like it belongs to me...

Very well said Dustin.

My thoughts are with both of you and your families.

Dallas

Just want to say that some of his old freinds now know also, I told jared what happened and his jaw just dropped, he called some of nicks other friends that have moved away and everyone from the rocklin high crew is pulling for him. Please keep us all up to date.

Well said, Dustin. :cool2:

is the paypal thing going yet? or an address for donations? i didnt realize this was toyfamily :(

Another Utah local, more than willing to help out. My thoughts & prayers are with you Nick!

What does Nick need? What would his family & friends want for him, since they can't be here all the time? We could round up some DVD's for him or anything of that sort, if he's able to watch them.

DSI, when would we be able to visit him?

We should get a bunch of us locals to go visit him this Saturday, if possible... whos' up for it??

We're all pulling for ya Nick. Thoughts and prayers are with ya, hang in there buddy. DSI IF YOUI NEED ANY HELP WITH THE RAFLE OR GETTING DONATIONS, YOU HAVE MY #.

Has Nick been moved to a room yet?

Is he at LDS? I will be there Friday...husband getting his tonsils out. If they need anything brought to the family I would be happy to help.

Has Nick been moved to a room yet?

No, his condition worsened yesterday. He developed pollyps in his lungs and some spots showed up in the x-rays that they suspect are bruising. They did a biopsy on the pollyps. He can't go through another surgery until his lungs clear up. He is now on the ventilator full time. His mom and sister flew out yesterday and other relatives are on their way as well. You can check the webilt board for more info.

sorry computer/me having problems
Trying to type with one hand??

Spoke with Pete yesterday. He is flying in today. He said he has things handled for now, but will call if he needs anything....I will give you, one eye and Greg a call....
I have also spoken with Nick's Dad and Sister, they will let us know if there is anything we can do.... For now Nick is still in ICU and most of what we can do is for the family and friends.

Honestly I wish there was more we could do....I feel helpless.

This could have been any of us. I can not even count how many close calls I've had as a driver/spotter and how many more I have seen! It is great to know that this community is willing to do whatever we can!!

I will run by the hospital today and get back to you all later.
My cell is 801-949-5348

Marc

Our prayers go out to the both of you .

i'm waiting for teh verification deposit's to be put into the paypal acct before i post the address, should be today!


we've got some awesome vendor's onboard for the raffle, and will have more info up by the end of the day.

thank's for posting the update Wilson. i wasn't around a computer last night when Jim called me.

Dave, if you can forward my number to Nick's family I would appreciate it. I would like to offer any support or help that I possibly can and want them to let Nick know that I am pulling for him. 530-228-7716

The Pirates are pulling for you Nick! I offen wonderered while competing when or if that would happen to me...............Your a strong dude and everyones pulling for you.

Pete, I cant say it any better than Dustin did. Hang in there man.

Best wishes to all.

Kevin Carey
Pirates of the Rubicon
(Club President)

I don't know any of you, but this speaks to me no less. I have been to more than one Dez race where Sal or whoever has had to address those involved about a accident to "one of our own". The reaction is always the same, and as is the case here, amazing. There is an outpouring of love and wanting to help that you wouldn't expect, but now I guess I do expect it. The comradarie, and good natured competitive spirit should, and does, kick in during these times.

This sport has its' own inherrent risks, and it is up ALL those involved to be vigilant, and that includes the crowd, the spotters, the drivers, and the sanctioning bodies. And even then, fate can conspire to create these situations we all dread.

So Nick, all I can do from here is to pray, and to salute you for following your dream. God speed on your recovery.

Doc

We are praying for you Nick! I am one of Nick's friends from back home, went to the same High School as him, and spent many a day wrenching on trucks with him and 4wheeling. My roomate has known Nick since he was little. Hold in there buddy.

Dan Yeaw and Dan Boresch are praying for the Socha's and everyone else involved.

Where is the webilt board that you mentioned?

Where is the webilt board that you mentioned?

http://webilt.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=82

wow..

First off, horrible thing to hear - my thoughts are with ya Nick :(

Second, I'll bite - what happened??

Second, I'll bite - what happened??

read page 3 of the SuperCrawl coverage thread:
http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=292827&page=3&pp=25

I went to the hospital at lunch and spoke with his Dad/Sis/Mom. Great people! Very nice and holding up well. Nick was in having the grafts and wounds checked and bandages changed. They have been able to decrease the oxgen from 100% to 41% which means his lungs are working better!! The docs took a culture of the polups on the lungs, but it takes 48 hrs to grow the culture. So they will not know until tomarrow if the polups are from infection or bruising. They are also trying some different antibiotics. He is still on a ventalator and sedated. Everytime they lift the sedation, he trys to pull the ventalator out. They said his rate increases when the family talks to him. He knows they are there and that we are all pulling for him.

He is in LDS hospital (not church owned now, Just it's original name) The ICU is the 6th floor. Only family is allowed in the room, but there is a visiting room where the family ussually is, right off the elevator.

I suggest donations to the account DSI is setting up rather than flowers. Do you really think nick wants flowers :flipoff2:

Marc

Thanks for that update...please keep em coming!

wow..

First off, horrible thing to hear - my thoughts are with ya Nick :(

Second, I'll bite - what happened??

Brandon, the rig endo'd, landing directly on Nick, who had lost his footing and was unable to get out of the way.

Pete- I can't put it any better than Dustin, but knowing Nick when he comes out of it he'll be concerend with how you are doing and wanting to let you know he is fine. He wouldn't have let you back down, if you wanted to.

First off, GodSpeed to you Nick and your family & friends!!!!! I've never meet you and I don't know you, but I feel for ya! Hope you have a 100% recovery and get back to what you enjoy in life.

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Fortunately no one got killed THIS TIME.... I hope the event officals can grow and learn from this accident
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Its suppose to be fun, NOT LIFE THREATENING!

Again GodSpeed!!

The photo of Shannon above is not the obstacle Nick was injured on.... Also, the photo above shows an optional bonus line, not a mandatory line. Only about three people attempted it (Shannon being one of them)...

Agreed with Lance and to futrther the point, the obstacle Nick was hurt on was CRAWLED by many people that took the time to find the line...I am talking 100% CRAWL.

Don't F up this thread with this stuff, there's other threads for this.

Sorry, I was mis-informed. I've edited the above post......

Best wishes to Nick and all involved.


Dan - Team 818

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family!! Hang in there my friend!!

Hey im really glad to here nick is getting better. For those who don't know this is Garrett, spotter for team 777#. I talked to DSI that night after the award to see how nick was doing. I really hope everyone gives alittle to the fund for Nick. When i hurt my knee in St George, Nick came running up asking if we found a spotter, He is really into the sport and is a real sportsman. I also think spotters and drivers should stick together in times like these. Im sure almost every spotter has had a close call. This time something happened and we knew it would some time with our sport getting larger and more competitive. I just want to wish the best to Nick and his family and please keep up with the updates.

godspeed on the recovery nick.

dustin your story is so true,tell you about a kid i watched grow up next door named rodney.back during the summer he and a step brother was riding with a girl down the road,she lost control and killed rodneys stepbrother,he lost one of his legs from the knee down.he was a star football player,lots of rehab,long story short he went out this homecoming and played nosegaurd during the game,he is a senior.but anyways the kid has heart,and it never gets him down...

(As per the Mazzoni's request)

This has been a life-turning event for everyone involved. In some way or another, we were all affected by this accident.

It's mystifying how tragedy can bring people together, and also begin the healing process. Everytime we read a new entry; a new heartfelt prayer and/or message of wisdom on Nick's thread for both Nick and Pete; a little more light gleems into the situation.

This sport is filled with nothing less than a community of couragious athletes.

We are so gratefull for the people that drove us to the hosiptal. When we were all in a state of shock, we were assisted and guided. We are ever so thankful to you. The paramedics, the hospital, the doctors ...

And again, just thankful for every small word.

My family and I want to personally thank everyone from the bottom of our
hearts for all the love, prayers, support, and help everyone is providing. You
are all very special people and definitely the BEST!

Words alone cannot express our gratitude for all you are doing.

Thank You,

Nick's Family

OK locals, I just got off the phone with Nick's Dad and Sister. The docs are trying to reduce the sedation and pain meds, and bring him to a more coherent state. His Dad thinks he would like some music to listen to. I have a discman and will burn some cd's to take up there. But, I was hoping someone might have a small radio/cd player we can but in the room. Can't be too big....he is still in ICU. And if anyone has mixxed cd's they can burn copies of, that would be great. Amanda (his sis) says he likes punk (cruiseroutfit you listening?) and some country. Let me know, or run by the hospital....
Marc.Milner@gmail.com or 801-949-5348

Not much change in Nicks condition tonight, just trying to reduce the sedation....Now it is time for Nick to fight through this!!!!

THANKS to ALL
I'm not very religiuous, but I will say an extra prayer for Nick tonight, he will need all the strength he can get!!

Marc

Jim, if you are answering Nick's phone I'll call this weekend, if not please pm me your cell #. Your whole family has been in my thoughts and prayers since I found out.
Jeremy

My family and I want to personally thank everyone from the bottom of our
hearts for all the love, prayers, support, and help everyone is providing. You
are all very special people and definitely the BEST!

Words alone cannot express our gratitude for all you are doing.

Thank You,

Nick's Family

Glad to see you got the computer up Jim. Please let us know if there is anything else you need.

Marc

For all the rockcrawlers on this board that may not know the team here's a great picture.

Best wishes to you Nick. You are in my families thoughts and we wish you a strong recovery.

Is the paypal account setup now for donations?

Our team is pulling for you Nick!

OK locals, I just got off the phone with Nick's Dad and Sister. The docs are trying to reduce the sedation and pain meds, and bring him to a more coherent state. His Dad thinks he would like some music to listen to. I have a discman and will burn some cd's to take up there. But, I was hoping someone might have a small radio/cd player we can but in the room. Can't be too big....he is still in ICU. And if anyone has mixxed cd's they can burn copies of, that would be great. Amanda (his sis) says he likes punk (cruiseroutfit you listening?) and some country. Let me know, or run by the hospital....
Marc.Milner@gmail.com or 801-949-5348

Not much change in Nicks condition tonight, just trying to reduce the sedation....Now it is time for Nick to fight through this!!!!

THANKS to ALL
I'm not very religiuous, but I will say an extra prayer for Nick tonight, he will need all the strength he can get!!

Marc


I've got a laptop they're welcome to borrow if that'll help. (I've spent more time in hospitals than I care to admit, including that one) It's not exactly a screaming machine, but adequete, esp. for dial up use from that hospital. Marc, get in touch with me and we'll figure out how to get it there if that'll help.

We have a radio/cd player on the way.
Nick's dad asked me to get AC/DC Thunderstruck and Survivor Eye of the Tiger for Nick. But I can not access the download sites from work. Does any one have them? Can you attach them to an email? Anyone local that has them and can burn them? I will come pick it up from you.

Thanks
Marc

i have ac/dc

I have about 15 gigs of mp3's on my computer if there is a way to get them to him. There is a little of everything.

All of us over here at Anarchy/Holeshot/Billforce wish you the best Nick.
Hope to see you soon buddy.
If you need anything from us besides a huge sponsorship I'll do what I can :D
If you don't have big tit'd blond doing sponge bathes I think I found one from southern X for your recovery, she's way interested :smokin:

Take care Son.....
SUKA :grinpimp:

To the ToyFamily:

Dear Socha Family,

I just wanted to say that all friends and family in Rocklin and Chico are praying for Nicholas and will be here for anything!! I will keep in touch with you and see you in Rocklin/Utah soon...

Love always,
Susan and the Cooper Family and Friends

To all supporters:

We all know that Nicholas is a survivor and has the will, strength, and determination of 100 men! He obviously has the love and support from all over the country and our prayers will give him more strength every minute.

Much love, thanks, and God Bless to the Socha's and everyone!!!

Susan, did you forget about your old name of "shop chick"?

*Update* Jim called and left me a message this morning. Nick is still critical , but stable. He is now controlling his breathing as far as when he breathes and whether it is a shallow or deep breath. The ventilator is only being used to get oxygen into his lungs. He wakes up every now and then, when they back off the meds and he immediatley goes for the ventilator. The infection in his lungs still needs to clear up before they can take him off of the ventilator, pull him from sedation and finish repairing his broken bones. All in all he is making good progress. Pete is back in SLC and has been spending time with the Socha family and Nick, when he can.

Nick, my family and I are thinking about you every day and hoping for a speedy recovery. I also know that everyone in the WeBilt club is thinking about you also.

Get well soon.

Brian, Robin and Sierra.

I talked to Amanda/sis about an hour a go. Nick is still controling his own breathing and they have back off most all the pain meds. Trying to get him a little mor alert....I am on my way out the door with some cd's and Utah 4wd Association is taking a cd player up to him.
I'l let you now more when I get back
THANKS to ALL

Marc

Just me again. I left the hospital about an hour ago. Things are looking up. Nick is breathing on his own. He is still on the ventalator because of his oxygen needs. But HE is controling it. They lifted the meds for a while, but he start trying to move to much and spit out the bite gaurd for the ventalator. He is responding by squeezing his hand, and other responses. All the graphs and what not are healing well. The culture from his lung did not grow anything and the xray of the lungs is looking better.

Nick's family and Pete and his wife wanted to THANK EVERYONE for their prayers and support.

AND Thanks to Big Sgt, Brett, Russ and ALL of the Utah FourWheelDrive Association for the great boom box!! The remote was a good call!!!!
Thanks to RockMonkey for the MP3's. Nicks Dad said those are his favorite songs! Thanks to all the rest of you that have called and offered your help!!

I really want to thank all of you!! You have shown what a great group of people we are all part of!!

THANKS
Marc

Marc.Thank You for your dedication on helping Nick and his family :beer: it's sucks being so far away not being there physically to help.rest assured the family will recieve the same care and concern as you and your friends have shown the socha's.if your ever in the area i'll buy you that beer
Jim,Roberta,Nick,Amanda you are in our thoughts and prayers.every thing is good at home hope to see you all soon.Rick

A few pics of Nick doing some of the things he loves.
Keep pulling hard on that rope Nick!!!

Bec and I just got back into town and were glad to see the updates. What an awesome family we all have in this sport! Tell Nick Dustin says to keep kicking ass...I wanna see a pic of him smiling soon!

Keep the updates coming!

A few pics of Nick doing some of the things he loves.
Keep pulling hard on that rope Nick!!!


good idea. been thinking about you all week nick.hang tough d00d.

nick and tony getting ready for a run.

He needs any more songs let me know. My hard drive is loaded full of butt rock. Nick has good taste in music (or at least he shares my bad taste).

We are watching for updates several times a day. Peter you take care keep your positive attitude and great smile on your face. Hadji... I mean Nick, get yourself well, we expect you on our floor again next year!! Nick & Peter you are in our prayers. If we can do anything please let us know.

Larry & Sharon Clifford

Nick you are in the thoughts and prayers of my family and myself. get well soon man

Drew

Nick, our prayers and thoughts are with you.

To Nick's family, If there is anything we can do to help in anyway please let us know.

Pete, hold your head up and continue to be strong.

We know that both of you will be back in the saddle as soon as you can.

The CalROCS Family and Crew

Talked to Pete a few hours ago. Nick opened his eyes today, and was responsive to touch. Docs decided to wait a little longer to take the vent tube out, they want to make sure his doesn't need it. They don't want to have to put it back in.

Marc

Talked to Pete a few hours ago. Nick opened his eyes today, and was responsive to touch. Docs decided to wait a little longer to take the vent tube out, they want to make sure his doesn't need it. They don't want to have to put it back in.

Marc

Wow, great news. I'm sure that's a huge step in the recovery process.

Great news!! Thanks for the updates.
Nick was one of the first people I talked to from any of the teams of rock crawling. He was spotting for DSI at Goldendale, and was super cool!! I would run into him at all the other events, and he always stopped and said hello. Just a great guy!!

We're pulling for you Nick, keep going strong, and we'll see you up and about before you know it!!!!

Peter, keep your chin up! And dont blame yourself!

Nick, T and I have included you in our prayers as soon as we found out about the accident, Godspeed on your recovery!!!!

Jim and family, hang in there. That hardheaded kid is going to be all right!!!!


Peter, you also hang in there, with the smile and determination that he has he will be back!!!


Nicks first Buggy in the Little Sluice!!!!

We're staring to see the light so I'm going to put myself out on a limb here and hope for a little humor and cheer. The lyrics to Willy Wonka's "Cheer up, Charlie" always remind me of the Mazzoni's house, watching movies while growing up; and they never fail to make me smile. So ... ahum ...

Cheer up, Charlie
You get blue like everyone :(
But me and Grandpa Joe can make your troubles go away
Blow away -- there they go
Cheer up, Charlie
Give me a smile
What happened to that smile I used to know?
Don't you know your grin has always been my sunshine
Let that sunshine show
Come on Charlie
No need to frown -- deep down you know the world is still your toy
When the world gets heavy, never pit-a-pat 'em
Up an a'em boyS
Someday, sweet as a song Charlie's lucky day is going to come along
Til that day you've gotta stay strong Charlie
Up on top is where you belong
Look up Charlie
You'll see a star, just follow it and keep your dream in view
Pretty soon the sky is gonna clear up Charlie, cheer up Charlie, do;
Cheer up Charlie
Just be glad you're you. :)

(don't tell me that song didn't grab ya. We were all hopeful the underdog would get the last Golden Ticket).

Talked to Pete a few hours ago. Nick opened his eyes today, and was responsive to touch. Docs decided to wait a little longer to take the vent tube out, they want to make sure his doesn't need it. They don't want to have to put it back in.

Marc

NOW that is GREAT to hear! :)

I just found out about this........Godspeed, Nick you are in my thoughts.

I don't know you Nick, but I just said a prayer for you and I will contine to pray for you. Godspeed

I don't know you Nick, but I just said a prayer for you and I will contine to pray for you. Godspeed

Thanks Tim, I'm sure the Shaffer crew will drag him down for the jambo next year and you can meet him then.

Today is the start of another day in Nick's long journey. Yesterday was
good. They let Nick rest all day (he slept most of the day) after his previous day's attempt of weining from meds to try and remove the ventilator.
Hopefully today all readings and indications are there to remove it. I know
Nick would like it out of his throat.

He's getting fystee---Yesterday he managed to use his tongue to manipulate
his chew blocker enough to evenually spit it out. He then began chewing on
the ventilator hose.

His eyes were wide open for the first time yesterday. It was so good to see
him come around even if it's only for a little while. He responded by wiggling
his toes and squeezing my hand on command when asked if he knew us.

Keep praying---Nick has a long journey to get out of the woods still.

Thanks again to everyone for all the support and prayers. I read thru the
entire update post today since I couldnt sleep (got in at 3am and up by 6).
You guys far exceed my wildest expectations for all the love, support, prayers, and help you've provided.

If/when I get more time I will post an update or at the very least will call and
update a couple of Nick's good friends who can update you all. My time is spent constantly with Nick in ICU leaving little time for anything else.

Keep praying for him, he has a long way to recover still.

Nick's Family

I've never actually met Nick, but I feel like I know him. He's semi-local, so I've watched his buildups closely here on PBB and talked to plenty of people who do know him. I've never heard/seen/read anything bad about him, only good things.
I was just telling my wife the other day that I was going to try to have him build me a cage for my Runner soon (like the one he built for OOP's). I guess that will have to wait. :(

Nick- sorry to hear that your body got its ass kicked, so to speak. :( Fortunately, it doesn't sound like your spirit will take as much of a blow. :)
Keep your head up- I'm sure you'll be back in the shop, on the trail, and in the comps again soon! :D :D :D

:bounce2: :bounce2: Nicks dad just called he is off the ventaltor and the tube is out he is alert and trying to talk even though they have told him not to knowing him they will have to tie him down also.he will still be in icu for awhile but this is a big step he still has along ways to go

excellent news,rick!!! thanks for the update.

Tell Nick that he's my fuckin hero!!! RIGHT ON!

Great news Rick. Thanks for the update. Keep kickin butt Nick. YOU DA MAN!!!!!!!

Nick is the new Superman in my book. Way to fight your way out, Nick!!! We will keep you in our prayers as I believe they, along with your stubbornness, are working.

Kimber

That's fantastic news!
May the Force be with you, Nick.
Get your rest ... your bod needs it.

Congrats!!!!! Glad to hear the good news.....

Keep workin hard man........

I had a pretty bad accident similar in severity when I was a kid. Theres a long raod ahead , just keep fight'in.

I was out of town this weekend. Did a paypal account get set up yet?

Hoping for the best for Nick and the Socha family.

Get well soon.

I was out of town this weekend. Did a paypal account get set up yet?

Yes, DSI has details.

I talked to Jim this afternoon and Nick is showing signs of humor. He was talking and his dad reminded him that he was not supposed to be talking. Nick responded with, "I'm not". So, he is making his way back! The Socha's can't say enough for the support that everyone is providing, they are truly amazed and grateful. Thank you to everyone.

Truely good news. Our thoughts have been on this situation since it happened. My wife is my spotter. Keep on gettin it Nick. An old saying I used to get from my football coach in college at those 4am fun runs in the offseason after being out all night, "THAT WHICH DOES NOT KILL YOU ONLY MAKES YOU STRONGER!!"

Although we havent met, I'm sure we will someday, look adversity right in the eye and get better Nick!

We're thinking about you.

Doug and Kat Bigelow

We are praying for ya Nick. Your going to have to work harder than ever but you have it in ya. Your one of a kind bro! Get well and keep up the good progress.

Thanks Tim, I'm sure the Shaffer crew will drag him down for the jambo next year and you can meet him then.


I'm looking forward to it. It sounds like Nick is great guy. :)

He needs any more songs let me know. My hard drive is loaded full of butt rock. Nick has good taste in music (or at least he shares my bad taste).
DITO here also.I have over 400 CDs so just let me know and i'll burn them and mail them to where ever they need to go-I also have crossed posted this on other boards,more prayers can never hurt,hang in there buddy we are all pulling for you to have a full and speedy recovery-JC :D

Hi,

This is Nick via his dad's fingers (Nick is dicating I'm typing). Nick read the
first page of posts and wanted me to post something for him.

"I really appreciate all the support and good comments"
"Thanks for the support from Mike, Lance, Peter, Jamie, Dave and many
others for the quick response and help in getting me attention".
"I'll post more later when I can"

Nick

Very Awsome!!! :D

Keep strong!

Hi,

This is Nick via his dad's fingers (Nick is dicating I'm typing). Nick read the
first page of posts and wanted me to post something for him.

"I really appreciate all the support and good comments"
"Thanks for the support from Mike, Lance, Peter, Jamie, Dave and many
others for the quick response and help in getting me attention".
"I'll post more later when I can"

Nick

Great to hear you are awake & talking:) :bounce: get well, we are all pullin for ya!

Allthough I dont know Nick we'll be thinking of him, its people like you guys who make us all glad to be a part of this sport, a competitior gets hurt and his competition are at his side offering him help and money, what other sport do you find that in?

Sounds like he's doing great...I wonder if the hospital would let me send him a stripper!

Call Angel's and see if they will sponsor it.... wait, thems not just strippers :grinpimp:

That's awesome news.

Good news!

Hey Nick, I need some advice on what could be a life changing decision.

I've suspected for some time now that my girlfriend has been having an affair. The usual signs. Phone rings, I answer, someone hangs up. She started going out 'with the girls' a lot recently although when I ask which girls it is always "Just some friends from work, you don't know them". I always look out for her taxi coming home but she always walks down the drive although I can hear a car setting off. As if she has got out of the car round the corner. Why? Is it not a taxi? I once picked her mobile up just to see what time it was and she went beserk and screamed that I should never touch her phone again and why was I checking up on her.

Anyway, I have never approached the subject with my g/f. I think deep down I just didn't want to know the truth but last night she went out again and I decided to check on her. I decided I was going to hide behind my car which would give me a view of the whole street so I could see which car she gets out of. It was whilst crouched behind my car that I noticed rust around my rear wheel arch.

Should I take it into a body repair shop or should I buy some stuff from the local auto shop and try to repair it myself? :flipoff2:

Sounds like he's doing great...I wonder if the hospital would let me send him a stripper!

Dustin you just dont tell them that there is one coming!!
Dress her up in a Nurses uniform. Sneak her in that way!

They'll never know the difference!!!!!

pics please!

right on! great News. I say give the stripper a try. Jim here's a video for Nick. It may take a while to download, should make him laugh since I scared him a couple times doing donuts in my truck.
Jeremy
Buggae (http://formulatoy.com/images/toy.avi)

Man, I gotta say, I am not a very religious person but I was saying prayers for Nick from about the 5th or 6th post.

I am also not a very emotional person but I will also say that after about the 2nd or 3rd page my heart started tingling and I started getting teary eyed by the show of love, friendship, caring and concern for Nick.

It is a terrible thing what he went through and I pray that no other spotter ever has to go through the physical pain again of what Nick did. I also pray that nobody else ever has to go through the mental and emotional anguish that his driver must be dealing with(according to the way everyone describes him).

To his spotter Pete, keep in mind, Nick wouldnt have been there if he didnt love the sport and enjoy working with you as the driver. You sound like an awsome human being who cares greatly about Nick and feels terrible for what happened but you cant let it affect you that way man. It is tough to imagine dealing with that as I would feel equally as badly but I know for a fact that Nick doesnt blame you one bit. Keep your head up Pete.

You guys are a great team and we ALL want to see you guys back on the circuit together.

Speedy recovery to everyone physically and emotionally and although I know you would never need much from a guy in Kansas, if I could I would help out.

:eek: hi this is krysta -- i have been wondering why nick hasn't called me i just thought he was on another comp... i would really like to go see him ... please let me know where he is so i can , i'm his girlfriend and should be there for him..... i'm sure enough people are .. but now i'm all worried how did this happen...... ?????? please give me details thank you .........

I did not realize who Nick Socha was at first until I saw (toyfamily) associated with the name today. Nick I don’t really know you, or very well even, but I know we’ve been at the box at the same time and talked a few times. My sympathy and prayers go out to you, your Family and Friends. Our community of wheelers hands down just freakin rules. Like a well-oiled machine our community has stepped up to the plate to take care of a fallen brother in a time of tragedy. It’s truly amazing to read about the support already given and that which has been offered to a close friend or even a stranger, whatever the case maybe. It’s enough to choke up an ornery asshole like myself and bring a tear to the eye. KEEP UP THE FIGHT!

Aaron Beckstead

note to self...girlfriend is on the way...better cancel the strippers...

Great News! Shit we'll be drinking beers in no time. The Pirates will take ya on the next wheeling trip Nick (When your ready). I'll make sure we have all of the comfort items that you will require..............hehe

Keep up the fight bro. We all hope to see ya soon. Hmmm.......I see a possible coming home party in the future????? Sponsered by Pirate4x4.com...............

damn get well soon

I am really saddened to hear about this. I had just sent email to Jim to give the family an email address update and he told me of the accident.

So I just want to say to Nick, Jim, Roberta, and Amanda, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am glad to hear Nick is doing better.

David VanderVelde
Ridgefield, WA

I talked with Pete a little while ago and he has got to be one of the nicest people I've talked to in a while. Pete, I'll keep you in my thoughts as you are working through this as well. I know that it will get better and better as Nick continues to progress.

I have account info/procedures for anyone wanting to make a deposit to help Nick. NO ONE is asking for donations, but many have expressed interest, or felt that flowers may not be the best thing for such a manly guy. He's made a lot of friends on his journey's and seems to leave a positive impression on anyone that he meets. Pm me or email me for details.

Dustin- I'd say the stripper is still a go as long as she doesn't leave any glitter on him, that shit always seems to get us guys in trouble. His mom and sister may not like it :grinpimp:

Where do we sign up to contribute to the stripper fund? DSI? Dustin? :D

Where do we sign up to contribute to the stripper fund? DSI? Dustin? :D


And of course, we want video. :D

Very glad to hear Nick's doing well. I had the video camera running but (THANKFULLY) there was a big rock in the way of my view of the incident. I only saw the roll and rubber in the air. I don't think I could have handled having that on tape. After seeing everyone race to the roll, my heart dropped to my toes...

Nick, I don't know ya...but stay strong dude. Way to fight through it!

Where do we sign up to contribute to the stripper fund? DSI? Dustin? :D



please send money for that directly to me and i will make sure to find him that specific stripper from reno ;)

Hey Superman...GETERDONE!!!!! :bounce:

Here is a weird California Law I found: :emb:
It is illegal to own or sell "Silly String" in Lodi

--> Why is that?

Nick........"Big gulps huh. Welp, see ya later"....hahaha I grew to love that movie!!! Motivation is what gets you started and good habits is what keeps you going!

Still can't find the words, but we are there with you...
----Susan, Winnie, Abuelita, David, Jeni, and Maria

please send money for that directly to me and i will make sure to find him that specific stripper from reno ;)


LOL, does she drive a Durrango? :flipoff2:

LOL, does she drive a Durrango? :flipoff2:




i take it you heard the story too :laughing:

Yep, from what Nick told me, Lance had the best phrase to describe it.

Yep, from what Nick told me, Lance had the best phrase to describe it.



yes... Lance put's it better than anyone else :evil: you got to admit, what a way to... yea...

Hi. My name is Becky Socha. I am Nick's cousin from PA; Jim's niece. After hearing about this accident, I was so stunned that I could barely respond. The one thing that I did say, however, was that I absolutely KNEW that Nick would be fine. It is really terrific to see all of these people who don't even know Nick wishing and praying for his recovery. Although my family and I will not be able to go to SLC, I am sure that when Nick returns to Cali, we will go and see him. In the meantime, I don't need to wish Nick well, as I KNOW that he will be. But my prayers are still there everyday, as I know that this is very difficult for Uncle Jim, Aunt Roberta, and Amanda. As someone said on their post, Nick is one of the strongest "fawkers" they have ever met. Me too...My love to my family, as well as those who are helping them and praying for them...

Nicely put bs_angel!!! :)

Damn! I've been away from the board for awhile now I come back to read this!!! :( :( I remember when Nick and I were bending tubes in Chico way back in the day! Best wishes to Nick and his family.

Wow, that bites! I was in moab when this happened, but heard what happened from someone who saw it first hand! If anyone who is involved with this needs anything I am local as well! PM or email me!

I am out here in Cincy and I am still thinking about the accident. I was not there to see it (thank goodness), I had already left to come home. Nick I hope for your speedy recovery. Even though I have never met you (only seen you compete) I am going to say a prayer for you right now.


I also wanna take this time to rub it in that an East coaster won the SC. Just kidding, I loved watching everyone compete and the vehicles were amazing. I am currently the D.J./Announcer for the Extreme East (have been since the beginning of ErOCC) and I love the progression of the sport, but I hate to see a thing like this happen. I have made it official that I want an Official's position for next year. This accident, and other things I have been seeing, have really got me thinking and scheming. I promise you (Nick) I will do my part to prevent something like this from happening again. Rest assured.

Justin Brumley

An update from Nick's Dad:

Nick is getting stronger and fiestier everyday. Today during rehab they had
him sitting up on the edge of the bed for about 10 minutes working on his
body balance. He was able to hold/balance his upper body for about 8 of the
10 minutes without help then got tired.

The fiesty shit pulled his 2 nose tubes out while we were gone and threw them on the floor. These tubes go all the way down to the stomach and intestines for feeding and medicines. This happened while his sister and I
left during the mandatory 90 minute no visitor timeframe when they change
shifts for the nurses. The new nite shift nurse came in and found the tubes
on the floor. He made a deal with Nick that he would only put one back in IF Nick would begin eating more of the real food they have started to bring in
since yesterday---Nick agreed.

Nick is still in the Level 1 trauma ICU (Been there for 8 days). They are ready
to move him to a Level 2 ICU (lower severity) as soon as a bed becomes
available. The doctors still have concerns with some readings that they are
attempting to remedy by supplemental IVs and different medicines. Dispite
this it sure is good to see Nick alert, able to respond, and achieving more
each day. I agree with everyone on the board that know him and say he is
one strong dude. He has proven just how strong he is to be able to fight
back from some very severe injuries.

I or Nick will post an update later when time permits. Thanks again for all
your love, prayers, and support. Nick really enjoys it when his sister reads
all the updates and well wishes everyone has posted here. It has brought
many smiles to his face and a few laughs also (especially the one about the stripper).

Later,

Jim (Toyfamily Senior)

Keep up the good work NICK!!!

Man that rocks. That is good news.

Keep up the good work and stay strong.

Glad to hear you are doing better. Sounds like you have a great family.Stay strong.

Mike Goodfellow

Nick really enjoys it when his sister reads
all the updates and well wishes everyone has posted here. It has brought
many smiles to his face and a few laughs also (especially the one about the stripper).

Later,

Jim (Toyfamily Senior)

Man we gotta make this happen. Nick could be like Tom Cruise in "Days of Thunder" after his accident. Boy wouldnt that be a good one. :grinpimp:

Jim -

This is great news. Thank you very much for posting updates to let us all know how Nick is doing. I am real glad to hear that Nick's recovery seems to be going very well.

Take care.

Keep up the good work Nick. My wife even became a PBB regular just to check on your progress. I just hope that she doesn't go "billygoat" on me.
I've got some $1 bills for the stripper fund.

great News, Jim I forgot that I had put a picture in my buildup thread just for Nick after Donnor. It's on page 6 or 7, he'll remember what it was about when he sees it.

Hello Nick this is Fernando from Chico.
Glad to see your doing better, if you ever need any help when your in Chico. Like getting to the Gym (In Motion Fittness) or needing a work out partner let me know.

My prayers are with you,

Fernando

Fernando, he moved to Carson several months ago and is working at Shaffer's Offroad.

I'm very happy to hear of Nick's progress. Although I've never met Nick, I feel like I somewhat know him since I work with his dad, Jim. As well as working with Jim, I've wheeled with him a few times too. Anyway, I just want the whole ToyFamily to know that I've been wishing, hoping, and praying for a speedy recovery for Nick. Ever since I heard about the accident, its been in the back of my mind and I think about Nick at least several times a day.

Again, I'm very glad to hear that Nick is progressing well. And Nick, do what the doctors and nurses tell ya, they are doing their best to help you recover and get back home as fast as possible. And from what I'm reading, they probably want to get rid of you as much as you want to get rid of them :D

And, Jim, if there is anything I can do for you here at work, let me know.

Glad to hear that things are getting better :-) :D

Hey get well soon. best of luck from all your high school friends

Mark Purcha, Josh Stout, and Scott McCullough

we are all with you

how long will nick be there for i would like to get time off work and come see him?

You can still send the stripper it might make him feel better :) plus nick took me to my first strip club out here ... fantasy girls :)

A picture is worth a tousand words. :D

Outstanding!!!
Thanks for the updates!!

Nick keep going buddy!

Keep up the good work Nick. My wife even became a PBB regular just to check on your progress. I just hope that she doesn't go "billygoat" on me.

What he said. The thought of my wife lurking makes me feel a little less comfortable aroundd here.......

Hi Nick -- Casey, Kerry, Jamie and Tina say hello to you and hope you get a real bad case of 50-ass real soon. We're placing our money on the Hardline spotter (you) to eventually win the never-ending 50's race. We think you're the best rider out there!

Good to hear that your condition is on the up & up. I have not met you yet, but I hope to see you around the shop soon. Been doing business with Mike S for years, but have not been around much in the past few months to meet the crew. Keep your head up, as good things are coming your way every day!

Good luck!
Doug Wilsey

PS-hope the stripper works out!! :D

Nick has been moved out of ICU and into a regular room today. His condition
is steadily improving. If he continues in this way and there are no issues
this weekend we will be flying him back to California on Monday or Tuesday
to a Hospital in the Sacramento area.

I was going to post a picture of Nick from his hospital room but just remembered I didn't renew my red star. Looks like I'll have to paypal
Lance and get my red star back.

Jim

outstanding Nick we will see you soon.Jim i posted this on our board also.Rick

e-mail it to me jim,i'll post it.

lance, can we give this guy a red star? i know im not even a red star member, but this guys been through hell and back

wes

here ya go guys. looking like things are on the mend.

"Nick and Pete say hi from LDS Hospital in SLC"http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=155191&stc=1

http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=155192&stc=1

Nick has been moved out of ICU and into a regular room today. His condition
is steadily improving. If he continues in this way and there are no issues
this weekend we will be flying him back to California on Monday or Tuesday
to a Hospital in the Sacramento area.

I was going to post a picture of Nick from his hospital room but just remembered I didn't renew my red star. Looks like I'll have to paypal
Lance and get my red star back.

Jim
well i got this weekend off work and i was going to drive to slc starting friday night but i guess california would be closer :) I'm so happy he's doing better , I was really worried about him , and still am. Can you tell him i'll be coming to see him where ever he is this weekend and that i'm going to stay for a couple days. Can you also let me know where he'll be as soon as you know so i can find a hotel to stay in ...? Thank You ....

ps.. boy i'm sure glad i didn't buy those plane tickets for this weekend ..... :p

Hey Nick (and Family)-

I just read all the threads on your incident and your road to recovery. I'm glad your coming along so quickly. Nick, you remind me of me when I was in the hospital from my accident. The nurses kept giving me morphine through my IV and I told them I didn't need it and ripped the tube out of my arm several times when they went for the button... I finally put it under my pillow so they couldn't get it while I was sleeping...

Stay Strong and you'll get through this. Your family and friends are very supportive and we're all pulling for you. You've got a long road to recovery it seems, but it gets shorter with every passing day- trust me I've been there....

I, like many others here, have not many any of you personally but we are very sincere in our thought and wishes for everyone. I hope you know we all are pulling for a full and quick recovery. We want you all back to 100% and back to doing wht you love to do -wheeling and having fun.

Sincerely,
PSD


:usa:

Nick has been moved out of ICU and into a regular room today. His condition
is steadily improving. If he continues in this way and there are no issues
this weekend we will be flying him back to California on Monday or Tuesday
to a Hospital in the Sacramento area.



Excellent!

How's Nick doing? Was he able to fly to Sacramento? I hope he is still making progress.

going to a hospital in san fran tomorrow, 2hrs from home but getting closer....trying for auburn......

right/arm hand works , left fingers move (wiggle) but working on use (left handed)

and i'm now able to sit up at the edge of the bed during PT but am not allowed to put weight on legs so I'm stuck in bed the rest of the day.

Nick, you're one tough sum bitch. I'm glad to see you responding now. I haven't heard an update since this weekend and have been wondering. Have you gotten a chance to look at the picture I told you about at Donner yet?

going to a hospital in san fran tomorrow, 2hrs from home but getting closer....trying for auburn......

right/arm hand works , left fingers move (wiggle) but working on use (left handed)

and i'm now able to sit up at the edge of the bed during PT but am not allowed to put weight on legs so I'm stuck in bed the rest of the day.


Now that's the coolest post in this thread!!!!! Glad to get you out of Utah (under those conditions) :D :D :D ............Sounds like things are going as well as can be expected? CONGRATS

Awesome Nick!!!...glad to see you replying, also. Keep up the good work.

Glad To See Your Up And Moving Around Buddy, Keep Looking Up.

going to a hospital in san fran tomorrow, 2hrs from home but getting closer....trying for auburn......

right/arm hand works , left fingers move (wiggle) but working on use (left handed)

and i'm now able to sit up at the edge of the bed during PT but am not allowed to put weight on legs so I'm stuck in bed the rest of the day.

You'll be doing this :bounce: :bounce2: :bounce: in no time!

Keep up the fight :cool2:

Hey Nick, if you need anything at all or are just looking for some company, drop me a PM or ring me on my cell (415-309-0157). I am in SF and more than happy to help.

Sergei-

I just read that you are in SF... If you want some people to roll on by, or if you need anything... Magazines, videos, or just some company, let me know. I live in Redwood City, but am uup in the city all the time.

Dima
415-517-2692

I talked to Thomas last night and he's pretty pissed that you bailed on watching those videos with him :flipoff2:

......nah actually I'm forwarding your Dad's cell to him, or pm me and let me know if you have your phone with you now or with a number at your room.

come awn. :cool2:

Hi,

Nick is in San Francisco at the California Pacific Medical Center. He is doing
very well. It is likely he will be coming back to the Sacramento area later this
week if he continues to do well. They are talking about him coming home for
"home Care" for a while until his bones heal to the point that they are weight
bearing so he can start rehab.

Nick thanks everyone for all the love, support, and prayers. He knew that he
had all you pulling for him to fight back from his critical injuries and knowing helped.

Nick's Dad

Glad to here he is doing well...

somebody plumb his room for speedvision tonight at 6:D

EXCELLENT NEWS!!! :D Glad to hear/read that your pullin' through...I knew you would Superman!

Awesome. Glad to hear Nick is making great progress!!

My first post on PBB but started wheelin' in 1976. Joined PBB to support the board (been lurking as a guest) but more importantly, I've purchased 14 tickets to help with Nick's medical expenses and have said a special prayer for a speedy and miraculous recovery. My thoughts are with Nick and his family, both his immediate family and his extended family here at PBB. Dave

Bump for Nick....how are things going?

Glad to hear the progress on ya Nick. Hope to see you home soon.
Ryan Ruano

Nick, stay up brother! you're a trooper and you'll get through this sh!t no problem!!!!!

u have a dvd player where you're at? I'll leave a dvd at your house or something for your parents to bring by or something? maybe I can don't a stack for the raffle too. I just dropped some cash but I want to do a stunt show or something for a fund raiser. maybe at the hospital LOL....yea they'd love that!

Nick is in Rocklin at his parent's house healing. He arrived here today at
around 1pm. He will be here until the doctors determine his lower body
is weight bearing capable again and then he will be going into rehab.

If any of his friends want to come and visit or just call to help raise his spirits
that would be fine. Just call to make sure Nick isn't sleeping or with his nurse,
Physical Theripist, or at a doctors appointment. If you don't have a contact
number for us here just PM me and I'll send it to you.

Nick's Dad (Jim)

damn, he's kicking ass since they let him wake up! Congrats Nick!

-Jim, just put Simba's booties on again, that'll make him laugh.

Nick, stay up brother! you're a trooper and you'll get through this sh!t no problem!!!!!

u have a dvd player where you're at? I'll leave a dvd at your house or something for your parents to bring by or something? maybe I can don't a stack for the raffle too. I just dropped some cash but I want to do a stunt show or something for a fund raiser. maybe at the hospital LOL....yea they'd love that!

I was supposed to watch your new dvd with Thomas when I got back from comp but have been a little tied up for the last few weeks...still want to see it so come by when you get a chance. thanks for the support...BTW when I was knocked out on happy drugs I had a dream a bunch of bikes were stunting outside my window at the hospital one night :D

Nick

get well soon man. im gonna try and get up there to see you.im glad to hear you are out of the hospital and back at home. im sure your happy your back at home too.


jeff

Nick,
I am very happy to see you're response on this thread! My best wishes for you're continued fast recovery & for you're family. Hope to see more progess soon, Keep up the good work & Good luck beating the boardom.
Take care - Jesse Seth :skull:

Nick,

been following your progress - best wishes on a speedy and complete recovery.

Ron

ROCK ON MAN. I didnt meet you but I saw you out at SuperCrawl.

Wishing you a full recovery and fastest path back out to the trails.

Dan

Nick is in Rocklin at his parent's house healing. He arrived here today at around 1pm. He will be here until the doctors determine his lower body is weight bearing capable again and then he will be going into rehab.


Great!! Still wishing you a speedy recovery.

Glad to hear you out of the hospital! Hope to see you at the events next year!

Glad to hear you out of the hospital! Hope to see you at the events next year!

thanks, and again I appriciate you jumping in to help, I needed all I could get...I had reveral Dr.'s tell me I'm lucky to be here and several who want what I have cause I had some kind of guardian angel.

Nick Socha

thanks to everyone for helping or thinking of me. keeps me positive

you know we're all here for you!! hang in there!!

"Guardian Angel" I think you had more than one!

Nick Socha

thanks to everyone for helping or thinking of me. keeps me positive

keep the positive attitude d00d!!! how long is the doc thinking until your leg can take some weight on it?

going into see the ortho dr. wed to see whats up. The written order say 6wks on the pelvis before I can stand and it's been about 4 so it's getting there. other than that it's just lay around and heal bones before I can rehab. thanks for all the movies that have been dropped off and the visits. breaks up a boring day

going into see the ortho dr. wed to see whats up. The written order say 6wks on the pelvis before I can stand and it's been about 4 so it's getting there. other than that it's just lay around and heal bones before I can rehab. thanks for all the movies that have been dropped off and the visits. breaks up a boring day


c'mon the new-ness of being at home should keep ya going for at least a week... and hell, the feel of your own clothes :flipoff2:

BTW... ya want some fish? :flipoff2:

my clothes are nice, no people poking tubes and meds at me. but its either the hospital bed (very uncomfortable) or the wheel chair,which I can't propel. so where ever they wheel me is where I stay.

going into see the ortho dr. wed to see whats up. The written order say 6wks on the pelvis before I can stand and it's been about 4 so it's getting there. other than that it's just lay around and heal bones before I can rehab. thanks for all the movies that have been dropped off and the visits. breaks up a boring day
Damn, did Bogger send his home made GAY porn again :laughing: :laughing: :laughing: :laughing:

my clothes are nice, no people poking tubes and meds at me. but its either the hospital bed (very uncomfortable) or the wheel chair,which I can't propel. so where ever they wheel me is where I stay.



the trick to the chair is to flip the foot plate up, and use yout good foot as a guiding device ;) when i come over i'll show ya the tricks... remember i still ahve my wheelchair.. wanna race? :flipoff2:

Damn dude, it's good to see you're out of the hospital and doing better.
East Coasters are pulling for you.

My offer still stands Nick if you need someone to drive you to the gym once you get your Dr's approval let me know and I can help you out in the gym as well.

Fernando

I'm sure we can rig some sort of a motor on your chair, so you can buzz around.

Hey Nick, I'm glad your doing better and I hope our folks in Salt Lake City made your visit as good as it could have been under the circumstances. We're all pullin for ya here!

Best Wishes from THE BIG HORN 4X4 Club and the Utah 4 Wheel Drive ASSOCATION. :jeep:

Becareful of those guys hopping up your chair, I can just imagine what they could come up with out there! :nuke:

I can see it now--------
Wheelchair with different ratios to match the different sized tires. Dual cases of course. And as much as we all hate to think of it, independant suspension front and rear will make it ride nicer.
Great to hear that you're doing so well Nick. Keep it up!

Glad to hear you are doing better...you have our thoughts from baltimore.

wed to dr. wed, he said the left femar with the rod is healing well as is the compound fractured left arm (fixed with plates & screws). but gave me the go ahead to put weight on that left leg. So today I stood for the first time. My leg was weak but I was able to get up and down a few times. I have lost 20 lbs. so far 140, I had to cut 12lbs in high school to wrestle that weight my sr. year, so I need to get some strength again.

they've been doing wound theropy on my left arm, putting it in a whirlpool and cleaning the rock rash and skin graph scabs. It turns out that I coached the Wound Theropists son in jr. high wrestling, she said I had a big impact on him. She has been fitting me in when the schedule is full and taking good care of me.

the next dr. appt. is in 2 1/2 weeks and hopefully I'll be cleared to put weight on both legs (pending pelvis fracture, and humerous fracture) I have to get another full set of x-rays and a MRI on my knee. I've probably had over 30 x-rays this month.

Kick ass Nick! I am so stoked to keep reading about your progress. Keep the updates coming!

Kick ass Nick! I am so stoked to keep reading about your progress. Keep the updates coming!

Dustin, when I was getting slowly taken off the ventilator after 6 days, they put me on some medications that made me halusinate (sp). One night I woke up (or thought I did) and I saw a big Red Bull truck pull up to the back of the hospital to drop off a shipment just outside my room. I watch a redbull helicopter land and I saw your tow rig pull up with both rigs on it.

In my vision, you all pulled up to the rear of the hospital next to this huge drainage boulder strewn gully

So I see all these extreme (Red Bull Sponsored) mountineer guys, snowboarders, skiers all prepping gear and eventually taking off in the heli to ski some near by mtns. . You and Becca were practicing for SEMA on the rocks and doing a photo shoot.

Tavis Pastrana was jumping his bike and his rally car was up on the hill doing a photo shoot.

All my nurses were outside my window watching and I couldn't get out of my bed.....I said "hey I know them,bring them in here", they just told me to go back to sleep, and go back to watch.....It sucked.


back to reality....I was in ICU on the 6th floor, my dad propaply read me a list of the donations for the raffle and I took a bit of reality and added somee good stuff...if you like that story you have to hear my "tig welding monkeys" story.

sounds like things are healing up,nick. i put some door stickers on a truck today and got down into a "crouch"...not a full squat yet. this knee is taking forever to get better. i met a guy at smog and go that did the same thing as me and says it took 2 years before he felt like his knee would stay under him.

ps you better copyright that redbull story. if it turns up as a commercial on tv you're gonna be pissed :D.l

fuck the monkeys...tell me about those nurses...I tend to hallucinate about them even without medication!

Wow you where on some good drugs! Keep the updates coming...

Nick- Glad to hear of how well you are doing.Our thoughts & hopes
for a full & speedy recovery for you from the Blanca Peak 4X4 club.
Frank W.
spotter,team #707 UROC PRONATS

Hey Nick, nice to hear you are in a good mood. :D
Please take up Dave's offer of the wheelchair race and kick his ass, he is getting cocky and needs to be taken down a peg. :D :laughing:
If there is anything you need or want, let me know, I'm not far and I remember how to get to your parent's house. :D (Just don't ask for a ride to Reno, even tho I am allowed to drive there again. ;) ) LOL

Amanda ;)

So I picked Nick up and took him wheeling this weekend :flipoff2:

hey Dustin, what more does this guy have to do to get a shirt? I don't think you'd want him supporting your competitor :flipoff2:

Jeremy i take it you found all Nick's stuff sittin in your passengers seat? by the time we got loaded up everyone had disapeared off somewhere... probably hiding from that damned cold wind!

This is the best news yet!! Already back out wheeling!!!!!!

keep on getting better nick !

Dave, I got everything. I broke a stub shaft and called it a day. I was up taking pictures of the rest of the crew, and saw you pull up by my truck. Nick was hoping to get the calendars to chart his progress and keep track of the days, but I think everything else made it.

I didn't really take him wheeling, he's not quite ready for that. Getting into a car is still a challenge. He should be failry mobile within a month or so and he's already talking about a road trip. It was good to see him, his spirits are up and he's anxious to get back to building. He's getting pretty damn good with those cutting brakes on the wheel chair, time to start on the front burns.

the only wheeling I'm doing is being pushed up my driveway.....I can't walk but can stand on one leg....and can only push the chair with my right arm....
(NASchair race series contender: go slow, turn left, go slow, turn left)

update and story of the day:

so I went to 4 appointments today physical theropy to stand. Then occupational theropy, to work on straightening my arms and bending my fingers so they don't sieze up. Wound theropy to clean up the left arm some more. And an MRI on my knee this evening.

and after all that I have found out one important mistery....here comes the story:

the phone rings, I say "hello"...several times...no answer. Then some telemarketer says, " goodevening sir, how are you doing tonight" then quickly goes into his shpeal of who he is and what he's selling.....(i don't feel like talking to someone I don't know let alone one who'll talk my ear off about nothing) as soon as he stops talking I jokiingly say, " well, I've got seven or so broken bones and I'm laying in an uncomfortable hospital bed in my living room." I guess I shook the guy cause he quickly responded with, " I'll try another time"


so now you have the secret use accordingly


Nick

amn, good to hear yo are gettin better fast.

:laughing: funny story nick. i like to ask them for their home # so i can call them later, cuz i'm to busy to talk at the moment.:D

Glad to hear you're progressing well, Nick.

Let's hear the tig-welding monkey stories.

nick,
the box van full of strippers im trying to send ya, just called....there lost and need gps cordinates to where your at?? get back to me asap with that info, so i can find out the answer to a question ive been wondering....how many strippers can a fractured pelvis support??
get well soon
skinny

p.s.
when shannon had his pelvis injury, we tried to find out the answer to the same question............... but we ran out of money, way before his pelvis gave out.....

Congrats on your recovery nick.. Hopefully soon we will be able to see ya do the chicken dance on DSi's hood.. :D

I am impressed at medical science and your will to fight through these injuries.

I was on the other side of the fence directly in front of the incident when it occured, I thought I saw the first man die in a rockcrawling event but instead I saw how Fuckin tough humans are...

Keep it up!!

The wound theropy has cleaned up my arms and will probably end in a week or so. The skin graphs are looking good (for skin graphs) and there are just a couple of dime sized open wounds on the back of my hand.

The hand theropy is still going. All my fingers wiggle but stll are far from regular function. We're also working on getting my arms straight, the right is about 10 deg off straight and the left is about 30. I'm heading to a hand specialist tomorrow to check out the status of how the nerve is healing and when we can remove the pins and wires. Also to see if I can be reduced to just a wrist splint.

The physical theropy for now is stretching my legs and some simple leg strengthening exersizes for my weight bearing leg. We also work on stability, it's hard to stand with just one bed ridden leg. There is some pain where the break is after I sit from standing, the x-rays still show that there's a little gap in the break but can be weight bearing due to the rod. I'm heading to the ortho Dr. next wednesday and will hopefully be cleared to bear weight on both legs depending upon how the pelvis and fibula x-ray looks. Then learn how to walk again.

Nick

I've had a few of these problems myself Nick, just not all at onetime. You've come along young man, keep up the good work!

Nick,
I figure with all the responses you have received you must be plannig a nation wide I am back tour. So if you ever get to this side of the country (with all the pics I see I don't see why you would) you got a place to stay here when the Nick Is Back Tour comes through my town. It good to see some one make the recovery you have and get so much instant support from the 4x4 community. Good Luck
Nick M.

just got back from the hand Dr., he gave me a smaller brace and wants me to up the hand theropy from 2x to 3x a week and go back in on Jan 6 to check it out, and possibly take out the pins. I got x-rayed and got the award formost pins of the day, I have 11 in my wrist and hand. The Dr. also told me not to get my hopes up to high, I'm luck to have my arm, and my left arm/hand would never be the same.
With such a vague prognosis part of me is scared about the extent of what that means, and how it would limit mme from doing things I love, like fabrication. The other part wants to prove him wrong, I still have a list of many projects to build, and new thing to learn before I die, I guess it's time to learn how to weld with my right hand, MIG & TIG.

Nick

just prove him wrong,nick. :beer:

Way to go Nick. We're rootin' for ya down here in the Bay Area. Hope to see you next year on the circuit...

You'll prove him wrong, in the meantime I can come down for another brainstorming session on the special TIG glove you were talking about. Did you get a Red Bull shirt yet? Might have to try wearing your No Fear beverage shirt next time :flipoff2:

Nick,
From What I have seen of your progress so far, you WILL prove that Dr. wrong!! Don't let one Dr get you down. Maybe you can just train a monkey to help you....sort of like a seeing eye dog :flipoff2: