The clip above is spectacular in that the cyclist thrown in the air and his bike ripped in two walked about with nothing but bruising and seems to have been able to get to his feet as he landed.
He posted this clip in YouTube with the following explanation:
"The second time I rode into London in an effort to gain some fitness, rather than take the train, ended like this.
"I was travelling around 22mph through Romford. Drizzly conditions, so I was being cautious around bends and roundabouts. I didn't expect this!
"I just about got my hands to the brakes (it can just be seen on the frame before impact) but I had no chance of stopping.
Cyclist and bike sent flying through the air in a still from the clip above
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"I'm not quite sure how I wasn't seen. I'm over 6ft and was wearing a bright blue jacket. If I was seen then it's a very bad judgement in my speed.
"After a very uncomfortable trip to the hospital in a neck brace and spinal board and various X-rays I escaped with just bruising. So I consider myself lucky.
"At the time the driver was apologetic and was informed by the police that I was recording my ride and seemed to admit fault.
"But when it came to my insurance claim against her she disputed it. Safe to say the video has saved me a lot of hassle and three weeks later the cheque has already arrived from the insurance company.
"My four-week-old Giant bike was written off but thanks to the guys at Cycle Store they put me one of the two they had left aside and I'm looking forward to getting back out there."
Back on his feet, but the bike has had the fork ripped away with the wheel still attached, and the car's windscreen has had it too.
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