reilley1 351 Posted January 31 Just found out that my bmx brother Brett Kimble aka 3d Gear aka 3d beer has been diagnosed with liver cancer. I'm not currently on FB but according to Tom Sustarich, there is some type of fund raiser for him on the "bro" page. Please keep him in your thoughts, vibes or prayers or what you feel about those things. He's a good cat, a brawler that will somehow come on top. Love you Brett. Make plans to hit the next Undertones gig with me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian Hays 654 Posted February 1 Damn. I haven't talked to Brett in years as Im not on facebook but I will be sincerely praying for him. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keep_it_warm 129 Posted February 1 I asked around to see if there were other options available for people to donate/support (if they wanted to), but it sounds like this raffle is the only thing going on. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The 26incher 51 Posted February 2 This is going to sound bad anyway I say it. Do we know for certain that Brett is legitimately ill? Brett has never screwed me but I never dealt with him other than hanging out. There have been a lot of stories out there about deals that did not go the way they had planned with him and money was not returned. I can tell you that on numerous occasions the truth was distorted with some of the stories he had told. I don't wish ill on anyone but I hope this is not a scam. The only reason I am saying this is because I would hate to find out that this is not the truth and people have been scammed. Good luck Brett Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keep_it_warm 129 Posted February 3 Ok, so this raffle ended up raising approximately $4,300 for Brett. It was mentioned yesterday during the raffle that Brett's outcome has been modified from "three months" to "just weeks". It sounds like he (and his mom, maybe?) are in Missouri. That's about all I know at this point. I know there are varying feelings, but I'm just posting what I have been told directly, from people who say they have been speaking to Brett and/or his mom on a daily basis. EDIT: To answer your question, Jason...no. I am only going by (a) Brett's own FB post saying that he has terminal liver cancer, and (b) the information being told to me from people who claim to be in daily contact with Brett. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmmmitsajelly 90 Posted February 3 He had a bunch of unexpected weight loss late last year, kinda fits the bill now. I too was sceptical, but seems to be true unfortunately. We got on fine enough, but hate to see anyone in this situation... Overall, seems the evidence would support his condition. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dirty 59 Posted February 4 Man...this is horrible news Brett. Let’s hope for a miracle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
reilley1 351 Posted February 4 I'll think I go with Brett's story. I much rather feel sad about a good friend being extremely ill than feeling like shit because I doubted him. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The 26incher 51 Posted February 4 No, I hear you Rick. Like I said I knew it would sound like I'm an asshole. I've had some really fun times with Brett. The boy definitely knows how to have a good time! I hope he can pull through this for his friends and family... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyDiamond 3 Posted February 5 Brett Kimble/3rd Gear is a name I have not heard from since the mid-2000s. Sorry to hear he isn't well. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrulyOdd 589 Posted February 5 You’re right about him Jason. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian Hays 654 Posted February 17 Any updates? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keep_it_warm 129 Posted February 18 Not a word....anywhere....at least that I have been able to find. Let me see what I can find out UPDATE: From what I was told, it sounds like it is imminent. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keep_it_warm 129 Posted February 21 A post on FB says that Brett has passed away. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OLDSKOOLPK 124 Posted February 21 RIP 3rd Gear. We banged heads constantly but always ended up still buddies after a cool off. You were the 1st dude I dealt with when I came into this hobby (it took you a year to ship it though....haha) ride hard and high in the sky my friend. 1 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
reilley1 351 Posted February 21 Will miss you my friend. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
I am the owl... 6 Posted February 21 RIP Brett. You will be missed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turdburd 138 Posted February 22 R.I.P. Brett. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The 26incher 51 Posted February 22 Wow, this is really sad news. I really feel sorry for his family. I have an eight year old son and I’m trying to live a healthier lifestyle and be a positive role model. I’ve been sober now for the past year. The craziest part of life is you just never know what is going to happen. RIP Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dirty 59 Posted February 22 This is another sad moment for our BMX community. He was a good guy and will be missed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
S.Brothers 1,025 Posted February 23 One of Brett's bikes. 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Larock 61 Posted February 23 RIP Brett, you will be missed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
reilley1 351 Posted February 23 Anyone wants to help out.. https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-bubbas-mom-expenses-and-living-support?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=m_pd+share-sheet Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
b.cal 3 Posted February 28 Got to hang with him, Muxster and a few other OS-BMX guys back 2005....good dude and guys. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
