Still riding….

Still getting in some riding in, even with the cold and rain. For those who are also still riding a couple of things:

slimy leaves that are wet well after a rain (or dew/frost)
shady areas for potential frost/ice (especially after sunset)
animals/kids (especially after sunset)
cars no longer expecting to see motorcycles

I had a car cut me off yesterday afternoon where I figured I’d be all over the trunk hood. Luckily because of (rather than due to) the wet leafy road, I was able to skid and swing out of his way. The driver let me know in no uncertain (and colorful) terms that I shouldn’t be riding right now – he’s military and says Alaska should stop bikes after October like they do on Elmendorf AFB! I reminded him that I could have been in my car and I let him know in very certain (and colorful) terms that my being nimble kept his car and my bike from meeting in a bad way.

The Moral? Please just be careful. Wear a helmet and protective gear. If you’re one of the “helmet sucks” crowd, it keeps you warm – which you can use as your excuse if you have to.

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