Will Pattison

[AR616]

dont know all the details, but my buddy matt said Will crashed in new mexico-he has a broken wrist and some vertabrae in his back that required surgery.

he is still in the hospital- crash happened on sunday july 12th.

maybe keep him in your thoughts and prayers-

i havent talked to will, just passing on the info from
my buddy.

[Blue573]

oh man, get well buddy.

[11kphotos]

Andy, i've been sitting on this since yesterday cause i didnt know if it was going to be public info. I called his g-friend last night but couldnt get ahold of her. DPW might have an updated condition cause i dont know much more than you posted... other than he had 5 vertebra removed/replaced and he's have sensation issues from the chest down. He's in bad shape and this SUCKS. Will's a good dude, badass photographer, and a badass rider. This hits home for several of us vet guys. If the Pattison's need something, someone let us know. Hang in there Will.

[SG Berm book]

Please do, keep us posted. That does hit home for many of us.

If your not familiar with Will Pattison (he moved overseas a while back), here is perhaps one of his greatest photos, and contributions to the Texas Motocross scene. Will took this shot of Lynn at the Lynn Nickerson benefit ride day at River Valley a couple of years ago.

Little did Will, or anyone else for that matter, realize how much HIS innocent photo of Lynn would single-handedly bring so much joy, and smiles, to peoples faces throughout Texas motocross, and even across the nation. Hoping the best Will...!

http://c3.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/83/l_5bda110bcd4540d988abf079e309331a.jpg

[AR616]

i posted this so people can give him well wishes-he is a good guy and nobody
needs to deal with this alone-

[Nellie]

Best of luck in recovery. I have often looked in on his blog when he was overseas. Yes, he is an amazing photographer and quite interesting.

http://www.barpfoto.com/blog/

[MX154]

Definitely didn't want to see this when I got home today... I've only met Will once but I've always read his blog and looked at the photos he has taken... Here's to a speedy and full recovery barP!

[11kphotos]

i posted this so people can give him well wishes-he is a good guy and nobody
needs to deal with this alone-

oh for sure, i wasnt meaning anything by it Andy. truth be told, i hate this part of the forum. HATE it. it's worse when its friends but in this case i was just trying to get permission first as some people respect the privacy aspect more than others. i've seen it backfire before.

I know i tried calling and DPW spoke with Carol yesterday evening. She said his spirits are high which is an encouraging sign. I've had a few people email me and/or txt about his condition and i dont know much else, sorry. If something comes my way i'll post it. I encourage everyone that has a Facebook account to go drop him a line if you get a free moment.

Kick some ass BarP!!!!
http://www.11kphotos.com/oct0408/will_nice.jpg

[DPW]

I've known Will for several years now....this hits very close to home. I rode with Will back on this past fourth and watched him effortlessly flow around the River Valley track. He is a super smooth, fast, and safe rider.. I wish I could ride half as good as him. It just made me think or remember that this sport is dangerous and something like this could happen to anyone from the best riders to the slowest riders....

I don't know much more then what has been posted other then that he is in good spirits and ready for rehab.

Just keep Will and Carol in your thoughts and prayers

[AR616]

sorry no disrespect to Will. Only my best intentions for a injured buddy. Will has been on my mind ever since Matt
told me about this. I feel terribly bad for Will.

be mad at me if im outta line, but say a good word for Will-he needs it!

[Sheriff]

Get well soon Will!

[Junk]

This hits pretty hard for me as well...Wills a great rider and an even better photographer. Awesome dude!

Here are a few shots of him back in 07 at Bowie...

http://motogeeks.com/images/trackpics/will/will1.jpg


http://motogeeks.com/images/trackpics/will/will2.jpg


http://motogeeks.com/images/trackpics/will/will3.jpg


http://motogeeks.com/images/trackpics/will/will4.jpg


http://motogeeks.com/images/trackpics/will/will5.jpg

Fight it dude, you can beat it!

[The_VIKING]

i had the pleasure of meeting him once @ Nocona!! great guy & wish him the best & a speedy recovery!!!!

[DonkeyPunch]

This sucks to hear. I remember him out at Muenster when we were all out there. Really nice guy.

[CamP]

Man, I can't believe this as Will is such a smooth, calculated rider. I really hope his condition improves quickly.

[Sheriff]

Some know Will like this:
From 2008 Panther Creek

http://www.knobler.net/images/kasberg%20032.jpg

Other know him like this:
The man behind the Lens:

http://www.knobler.net/images/kasberg%205%20091.jpg

Either way he is fun to watch. He always had good lines and interesting angles behind the lens.

Get Well Soon!

[MX154]

Here's how I always knew Will, with that goofy ass hat he always has on!

Heal up soon buddy!

http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v352/198/116/23903051/n23903051_37031769_8901.jpg

[ktm300hater]

I remember Muenster last year hanging out with Will, Hes a strong guy and I believe he will come through this. Stay strong Will, we are all praying for you!!!

[Croft315]

hope to hear some good news soon Will.

[krettberg]

Thank you everyone for all your well wishes and encouraging words. I know that Will appreciates it and it will definitely help him in his fight and recovery.
I have known Will for almost 4 years now and he's like a brother to me. He's actually the reason I'm even here in Texas and working for Tucker Rocky. I met him at a Dealer ride day in Florida back in 2005 and from the start he has been nothing but a wonderful friend. He is someone who has a true passion for the sport, for his family, his friends and most of all - life! This is hefty bump in his journey but with support and prayers he will be back to his ole' self in no time.

I did get an update from his girlfriend Carol (whom by the way is one of the strongest women I know .. She puts up with Will ... so there you have it ! LOL J/K ! ) and here's what she has said "I'm so happy to hear that people are so supportive of Will and he was pleased to hear about everyone's concern. It looks as though he will move rooms tomorrow (7/15). They are moving him to Acute Rehabilitation (and that's GOOD!) .. He spoke to Remkus briefly and gave him an update to post online" ...

This is wonderful news, so keep your well wishes and HUGE PRAYERS coming !!

Thank you again,

#38 Kristen Rettberg

[jeffd]

Over on TexasOffroad.net forums there is a thread regarding the status of Will

Thanks to Jennifer Webb (Mooch) from TORO for letting me know about this....

http://www.texasoffroad.net/forum/ubbthreads.php/ubb/showflat/Number/422755/gonew/1/Injured_Rider#UNREAD

My thoughts and prayers go out to Will and Carol

-=jeff

[MV7]

Hope you come out of this in great shape Will.I'll be praying for you.

[motocrossnut34]

Here is an email I received today from a friend that is good friends with Wil and his family. This is where he is at as of today. Lets keep him in our prayers.

His progress is positive & steady even though he now has an infection but the trip to the hospital (yesterday) has been a tough adjustment. He is feeling like a number, not a person. We arrived much later than anticipated & then got hit with no less than 20 people who needed all sorts of info. The next two to three days will consist of repeating every test, lab, xray, and scan he's had since the accident, along with a few new ones. The doctors seem good & attentive here at Craig. The program is taken very seriously. We will have to make few adjustments to get into the groove here. And hey, It's only day one.

With the minimal info we know now, Will is expecting to be here 3 months. Every person who has assessed him thus far, says they will get him walking!

Address Here:

Craig Hospital
Attn: Patient, Mr Pattison
3425 South Clarkson
Englewood, CO 88113

His present room number is 302B, but we were told we will move - maybe as soon as today.

I know I'm missing people on this email. Please pass the update around.

With love,

Carol

[K.DeArmond.92]

From 2008 Panther Creek

Other know him like this:
The man behind the Lens:

http://www.knobler.net/images/kasberg%205%20091.jpg

Either way he is fun to watch. He always had good lines and interesting angles behind the lens.

Get Well Soon![/quote]

That picture that he took right there is defineatly the sickest picture that has ever been taken of me. Im Pround to say Will took it.
We miss you out there Will.

[ktm300hater]

From 2008 Panther Creek

Other know him like this:
The man behind the Lens:

http://www.knobler.net/images/kasberg%205%20091.jpg

Either way he is fun to watch. He always had good lines and interesting angles behind the lens.

Get Well Soon!

That picture that he took right there is defineatly the sickest picture that has ever been taken of me. Im Pround to say Will took it.
We miss you out there Will.[/quote]

Umm Kade, Will is in that pic too

[K.DeArmond.92]

From 2008 Panther Creek

Other know him like this:
The man behind the Lens:

http://www.knobler.net/images/kasberg%205%20091.jpg

Either way he is fun to watch. He always had good lines and interesting angles behind the lens.

Get Well Soon!

That picture that he took right there is defineatly the sickest picture that has ever been taken of me. Im Pround to say Will took it.
We miss you out there Will.

Umm Kade, Will is in that pic too[/quote]

Yeaa i know Bobby. That picture that he is taking in this picture. The "drain plug" picture.