Did a "Mountain Ride" this past Sunday morning and while it was full of "twisty" roads, up a few canyons off Malibu, I knew I really didn't favor quicker turns perhaps built for either younger riders, or different bikes.The Ride was great! About 30 Riders started at the 76 Station in Malibu. Headed up PCH, then turned into Topanga Canyon; one of the worst canyons to ride due to its speed limits and sudden, sharper turn needs. I was the 4th Rider in the group, heading up.
As we all closed deeper in, I knew why I stayed off that canyon. I started getting uncomfortable having to negotiate just too many winding paths, then, almost hit an SUV coming in the opposite direction! I slowed down a little, kept the rest of the group behind me, then we arrived at the "Rock Store" where about 500 bikers were gathered. A good handful of smokin' Harley Babes, but the ratio is of course, always way off here. Sagebrush Cantina in Woodland Hills ratios are always much more favorable!
As the group was gearing for heading out for "more harrier roads", I told the group's Organizer I was staying behind to enjoy a few beers, knowing I'd be happier, less stressed, and could embarked on my own path.
As Dirty Harry said: "A Man Has Got To Know His Limits"!
Wow, I so much tried to get on a California Project at work so I could ride out there during the winter months. Unfortunately they are sending me to Hartford, CT instead. Man did I loose out. Here in Western NY, we are putting our bikes in storage for the winter months. Hoping to get to California!!
ReplyDeleteMan, that's rough retiring the bike for the Winter!
ReplyDeleteyou sound like you'd be much happier rideing a trike u might be able to relax and enjoy the ride more
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