Hit and Run

On 21 August 2018 in San Francisco, Calif., I was hit by a car on my bike, fractured 7 vertebrae and 2 ribs, just shy of full paralysis, spent 2 months in recovery, and the perpetrator was never found. I have fully recovered but the experience informed my time, actions, and priorities since.

My personal health is my top priority, including strength training, running, and cycling. I advocate for walkable, urban living and to reduce reliance on private road transport. To get around, I have relied on bike and public transport since 2011.

Below is footage of the collision, incidentally captured via a nearby building security camera. While the video may be disturbing for some, it is critically important to raise awareness about the severity and risk of unprotected bike lanes and the real impact this has on people’s lives.