Dane Searls Dies | R.I.P

In the last couple of hours the sad news of Dane’s passing has come to light. Its always sad when someone dies, but especially when its someone who had progressed a sport you love so much and pushed it to new things. I didn’t personal know him but thoughts go out to his friends and family. Searls died 23years old.

“Im gonna miss my good friend. Dane u were as real as it gets. A great Bmx rider & a great mate. I’ll be thinkin of u every time I ride” – Corey Bohan

“So sad that Dane has left the world. I’ll miss you mate. Thanks for all the memories. You did Aus BMX so proud over the years. R.I.P” – Colin Mackay

“Nothing but amazing times with an amazing person! I love you searlsy. Rest easy now mate, u will always be in my heart.” – Cam White

Extra news links:

Dane riding a trails line in France: http://youtu.be/TsNn8hsUYfc
Giants Of Dirt Part1: http://youtu.be/7p1Qrf1nUTM
Giants Of Dirt Part2: http://youtu.be/FVEhRA_JqfA
SMH: http://www.smh.com.au/queensland/bmx-star-dane-searls-dies-20111125-1nxpv.html
Goldcoast: http://www.goldcoast.com.au/article/2011/11/25/368771_gold-coast-news.html