Tom was a treasure- a waste of a promising young life, but he died enjoying it and living to the max. as he always did. He will be missed by everyone who knew and loved him, including my family. Why do the good always die young?- Tom was certainly good!

Elaine King, Tunbridge Wells, UK

I think the people talking about the risks are missing the point. The accident happened because of a blown tyre, nothing to do with the road nor the cyclists. My thoughts are with the families and friends who have lost.

Susan, Edinburgh,

Don't you think that you are being highly insensitive, this isnt really about the fact that you think the people who do it know the risks,you should probably take a moment to think about the families of the people involved and try to gain a bit of perspective and consideration.

Rosie, Southampton,

I'm an avid cyclist and a bit of a risk taker as well, but I don't think continuing this particular tour is wise. It amounts to jumping out of a plane after tossing your parachute out first. You may catch up to it and find safety, but the odds are way out of favour for success. Condolences.

James, North Carolina, US

I was riding (not with DHM) on both days the two recent fatalities occured, Sat and Thurs. We had excellent guides, equipment and safety briefings. I saw too many other riders on both days ignoring any safety advice they may or may not have received. My thoughts are with all those involved.

Al, Surrey, England

The accident was on tarmac and an overloaded landcruiser (13 people) hit the cyclists from behind. The trip is not dangerous in the context of Bolivia - but Bolivia can be dangerous - not just cycling but local buses, 4WD trips with no seatbelts etc. We did it & loved every second of it.

Mike Churchman, Auckland, New Zealand

I cycled down this road in February.... cycling in London is more dangerous! The only hazard on the trip was my mate Anis.

Matt, London, UK

I was on the tour yesterday when Tom was sadly killed. There are so many variables out of the control of the cyclists on these tours that I really think people arent fully aware of the risks they are taking when they sign up...we certainly werent. Everyones thoughts here are with Toms Family.

Russell Herbert, London, UK

The guy who runs Downhill Madness is Bolivian. I don't think there is a town in Bolivia called Norfolk.

Kory Kramer, Silver Spring,

Sorry, but you'd have to be an idiot to go cycling along those roads anyway! Your'e on a suicide mission if you do attempt it - as you already know the big risks involved.

Joe, Exeter,

I cycled the "Death Road" (no one calls it the "Highway of Death") a couple of years and, tragic as this incident is, it comes as no surprise to me.

Anyone choosing to cycle the Death Road knows and accepts the risks, which sadly are very high.

Charlie, London, England

I did the bike trip with Downhill Madness exactly one year ago. The equipment was top of the range, and the guy who runs the company (who is from Norfolk) gave us about one hour's worth of guidance and safety instructions.
My heart goes out to all involved.

Emma Bridges, Sheffield,