futuredivot 0 #1 April 30, 2011 Pics from Saturday 1) Unbridled optimism as I was leaving SC 2) Kinda tired but in good spirits in MS 3) Nearly 15 hours. My butt is officially kicked Return trip tomorrow-Don't know that I'll be able to do it in one dayYou are only as strong as the prey you devour Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #2 April 30, 2011 Bah, I spend 40hrs a week in the saddle. You can spend one more day... Ok, seriously, if you don't have a Corbin saddle, then you're so very wrong. Buy one, your butt will thank you! --"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSpenceFLY 1 #3 April 30, 2011 You know, they make windshield for those things. Even quick release mounts Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
futuredivot 0 #4 April 30, 2011 Dave-took my Corbin off to go with the king/queen and sissy bar for my wife Spence-I think i was somewhere near Woolmarket, MS Saturday when i decided that I don't really hate windshields as much as i though I did I may see if i can find a quick release that will work with my turn signals when i get home You are only as strong as the prey you devour Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #5 April 30, 2011 What a puss...rub some dirt on it, tighten yer chinstrap & get back in the game! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peanutt 0 #6 April 30, 2011 I guess now you won't be so cynical about my decision to sell mine and upgrade to an "old mans bike" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
futuredivot 0 #7 April 30, 2011 That's different You are only as strong as the prey you devour Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lastchance 0 #8 April 30, 2011 I started riding with a windshield in 88. I decided it was a pretty good idea when I was stung 8 times in a week. One was a yellow jacket that hit and stung me in the neck and then fell down my inside my shirt and continued to sting me around the old belly button till I was finally able to beat him to death as well as my self. The last one being in the upper lip at 75. The one before that was one that got in my hair and managed to get me at the base of my skull. That rung my bell. It was a bad summer for bees. We have a bike blessing in town today and would like to take my new scoot but unfortunatley we got 6 to 8 inches of snow last night. I've never been a fair weather rider but the older I get the more cautious I get. Futuredivot: 15 hrs is a long time in the saddle. Fatigue causes reaction time to slow considerably. Be safe guy. I may be getting old but I got to see all the cool bands. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,544 #9 April 30, 2011 a. I love my windshield b. sometimes a piece of sheepskin (fur and all) can act as a nice pad on the saddle. I've used it and been happy; keeps my butt just a little cooler (some air gets in there) as well as a little supportive padding. But I don't envy you. I'm a vacation biker -- I'd rather do it just for as long as it's fun. Wendy P.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lastchance 0 #10 April 30, 2011 I have had the same sheepskin since 1983. It came back from England with me. Pretty comfy till it gets wet. My cat uses it as his bed now. I may be getting old but I got to see all the cool bands. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nataly 38 #11 April 30, 2011 15 hours!! I remember the ride from London to the South of France on my little Ninja... I got impressively lost for the bit down to the ferry... Then I rode through pouring rain for about 8 hours straight... Luckily the sun was beaming for the last 3 hours... I still felt cold for about 24 hours after I got off the bike!! My leathers took like 3 days to dry, and my ass hurt for about a week!! In hindsight, I should really have done the trip over 2 or even 3 days!! Be safe - it can be dangerous to ride for such long periods..."There is no problem so bad you can't make it worse." - Chris Hadfield « Sors le martinet et flagelle toi indigne contrôleuse de gestion. » - my boss Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
futuredivot 0 #12 April 30, 2011 It ain't like it was back in your day when you could take a nap and trust the horses to guide the chariotYou are only as strong as the prey you devour Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nataly 38 #13 April 30, 2011 Quote It ain't like it was back in your day when you could take a nap and trust the horses to guide the chariot "There is no problem so bad you can't make it worse." - Chris Hadfield « Sors le martinet et flagelle toi indigne contrôleuse de gestion. » - my boss Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 8 #14 April 30, 2011 Quote I remember the ride from London to the South of France on my little Ninja... I got impressively lost for the bit down to the ferry... Then I rode through pouring rain for about 8 hours straight... Luckily the sun was beaming for the last 3 hours... I still felt cold for about 24 hours after I got off the bike!! My leathers took like 3 days to dry, and my ass hurt for about a week!! Hey! I told you I was sorry, but you did say you liked it!"I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,590 #15 April 30, 2011 Quote I remember the ride from London to the South of France on my little Ninja... For a minute there, I thought that was a term of endearment for her SO."There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #16 April 30, 2011 Quote It ain't like it was back in your day when you could take a nap and trust the horses to guide the chariot That ain't ALL the horses were good for on a long trip! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nataly 38 #17 April 30, 2011 Quote Quote I remember the ride from London to the South of France on my little Ninja... For a minute there, I thought that was a term of endearment for her SO. Nah... no way *anyone* would survive over 11 hours straight of me riding them!!! "There is no problem so bad you can't make it worse." - Chris Hadfield « Sors le martinet et flagelle toi indigne contrôleuse de gestion. » - my boss Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
futuredivot 0 #18 May 1, 2011 Made it back, and feel pretty good. Now to get the bike unloaded so I can ride in the morning You are only as strong as the prey you devour Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #19 May 1, 2011 Quote a. I love my windshield b. sometimes a piece of sheepskin (fur and all) can act as a nice pad on the saddle. I've used it and been happy; keeps my butt just a little cooler (some air gets in there) as well as a little supportive padding. But I don't envy you. I'm a vacation biker -- I'd rather do it just for as long as it's fun. Wendy P. that was my 1st thought when i saw the pic, Hmm long haul ride and no sheepskin. We do loads of long runs here in West OZ, (have to everything is so far apart). I would not do more than a 4-5 hour run without a sheepskin seat cover. they REALLY do make a world of difference BTW you look like you've lost weight, dude?You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shropshire 0 #20 May 1, 2011 That's not a nice thing to point out to a lady (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,106 #21 May 1, 2011 Buy a plane.... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
david3 0 #22 May 2, 2011 Quote Buy a plane. Buy a hard tail. Prospect? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
futuredivot 0 #23 May 2, 2011 Quote Buy a plane. What's the saying-"Got time to spare? Go by air"You are only as strong as the prey you devour Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
futuredivot 0 #24 May 2, 2011 Quote long haul ride and no sheepskin. Can't use one, brings up traumatic memories of a lonely weekend in West Texas Quote BTW you look like you've lost weight, dude? Quit sucking up-I don't even HAVE a Christmas card list to put you onYou are only as strong as the prey you devour Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #25 May 2, 2011 Quote Quote long haul ride and no sheepskin. Can't use one, brings up traumatic memories of a lonely weekend in West Texas Quote BTW you look like you've lost weight, dude? Quit sucking up-I don't even HAVE a Christmas card list to put you on try and be polite it was a sincere comment. But Fuck you seems to be preferred so...... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
