The Terrifying Day Our Buggy Rolled Backwards

TLDRDuring a fun ride in our off-road razor, the buggy unexpectedly rolled backward down a hill, causing panic and injuries. We share our terrifying experience and how we managed to stay calm in the situation.

Key insights

😱Our off-road buggy rolled backward down a hill, causing panic and injuries.

🚜We had modified our vehicle for rock crawling, but it couldn't prevent the accident.

🤕Our son suffered a head injury, and our daughter was unconscious, adding to the panic.

🔒The vehicle didn't have a parking brake, contributing to the accident.

🧘‍♂️Despite the terrifying situation, the training helped us stay calm and assess the situation.

Q&A

How did the buggy start rolling backward?

The buggy rolled backward due to a combination of mechanical failure, lack of a parking brake, and an inclined hill.

What injuries did your children suffer?

Our son suffered a gash on his head, while our daughter was briefly unconscious. Thankfully, both are recovering well.

Were there any damages to the off-road vehicle?

The roll cage of the vehicle was crushed during the accident, but it performed its protective function and prevented more serious injuries.

How did you manage to stay calm in such a terrifying situation?

Years of law enforcement training helped us stay calm, assess the situation, and take appropriate actions to ensure the safety of our family.

Have you made any safety modifications to your vehicle after the accident?

Yes, we have made additional safety modifications to our off-road vehicle, including the installation of a parking brake mechanism.

Timestamped Summary

00:00During a fun ride in our off-road razor, the buggy unexpectedly rolled backward down a hill.

01:23Our son suffered a head injury, and our daughter was briefly unconscious.

03:05The lack of a parking brake and mechanical issues contributed to the accident.

05:40Years of law enforcement training helped us stay calm and manage the situation.

08:56The roll cage of our off-road vehicle was crushed, but it prevented more severe injuries.