I got my email from the president of the Iron Butt Association today....
Dear Kelly Nall:
You are receiving this e-mail because of your application for a ride certification. This note is to let you know that your ride has been approved and although your ride documents may take a few more weeks to arrive, your membership has also been approved and entered into the Iron Butt Association's member database.
Welcome to the Iron Butt Association!
Michael Kneebone
President, Iron Butt Association
It also had my account information and instructions how to use the e-store to order member-only items.
My Iron Butt Association number is #37788!!!
I think this is really cool! Thanks to my sister Patti who acted as witness, and all the nice folks I met on the road, especially the biker who stopped to check on me, the old guy who thought I was turkey hunting, and the intoxicated guy who threw ones onto the parking lot for me like I was a stripper... I couldn't have done the ride (at least not in the same way) without you!
Friday, May 29, 2009
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Decision on LD riding
After this weekend, I have come to the decision that I need to work on
my setup a lot before I do too much more long distance riding. The
stock seat on the Majesty is painful after 4 hours or so. In order to
keep going and going, I need a solution to that, as well as some way
to stretch out my legs more. Next year I will consider an Airhawk seat
cushion. I know a lot of scooter riders who use them, but no
motorcycle riders. I'm going to research more, but the other other
option is to have a custom seat put on, which is like $600 - $1000,
plus you have to ship your seat pan off to a company who does this. As
far as stretching out my legs, I have only seen one option so far. A
guy I rode with this past weekend had made his own highway pegs to put
on his Burgman. I am going to think about doing something similar to
my Majesty.
my setup a lot before I do too much more long distance riding. The
stock seat on the Majesty is painful after 4 hours or so. In order to
keep going and going, I need a solution to that, as well as some way
to stretch out my legs more. Next year I will consider an Airhawk seat
cushion. I know a lot of scooter riders who use them, but no
motorcycle riders. I'm going to research more, but the other other
option is to have a custom seat put on, which is like $600 - $1000,
plus you have to ship your seat pan off to a company who does this. As
far as stretching out my legs, I have only seen one option so far. A
guy I rode with this past weekend had made his own highway pegs to put
on his Burgman. I am going to think about doing something similar to
my Majesty.
Next, I have to get a solution to only being able to travel 120 or so
miles per tank. On the highway at 70-80mph and pushing wind and my
weight--this puts the Majesty at the top end of her power. Not a big
deal because you can go on like this for as long as you want, but gas
mileage does suffer by about 10mpg. If I could get a 5 gallon
auxillary tank, I could go almost 325 miles on one fill. With the seat
set up right and being comfortable, this puts me 325 miles and about 5
hours between stops. That makes travel a lot quicker with fewer stops.
Being more comfortable, I would not require as many stops. My mpg,
even on the interstate seems to be picking up a bit. I actually got
over 50mpg this weekend--most all of it was interstate.
I am starting work on what I call a "farkle bar" that can hold drink,
mp3 player, camera, gps, etc. comfortably and ready to use. The last
step is some carrying capacity. I may try to do this with a
traditional trunk and saddle bags, but I might choose to give up my
passenger seat (to some degree) in order to use a tail bag. I will
have to see how that works out...
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Sunday Exploration: Finishing my A-Z collection
If you've been reading my blog any, you probably know about my Everywhere, A to Z collection. I get pictures of my scooter with road signs as a sort of "proof" where I've been. The whole collection is at my Everywhere A-Z Picasa Album.
I had a need for X and Y. Both were doable this weekend with my plans to camp overnight in this area. I could still finish the alphabet. For X, I picked up Xenia, Ohio.
This also happens to be the spot where I broke my camera mount. The camera flopped off onto the ground beside the road while I was stopped. The place where I had it mounted would contact the windshield if I was not very careful. I had been doing good, but must have turned too hard maneuvering into a good parking space beside the Welcome to Xenia sign.
Next I ran thru Lebannon, Ohio. No sign, but some cool spots. The Golden Lamb is supposedly the oldest still running business in Ohio.
Next, I hit the interstate again to run up to my final trophy sign. Yellow Springs, Ohio.
Now I was finally on my way back home. I wanted to go on the backroads, but didn't have the time. However, there was one more unplanned stop I must have to do. On the way up to Yellow Springs, and on the way back I had noticed the interstate signs for this place and decided I had to at least stop and see what it was. It was the Nutter Center and is a building on the Wright University campus (of Orvill and Wilbur Wright). Ohio is the home of the Wright Brothers. I didn't find out who Mr. or Ms. Nutter was, but the name was so odd, I had to have a picture of this sign.
From here on to Louisville, it was gas and lunch stop. I got Gold Star Chili nachos back across the river into Kentucky. I was on the interstate and just finished up coming home. I did also stop at a rest stop and pick up some brochures for camping, etc. Most of the way home was just "sit there, twist that."
When I got into town, I had a cool down at Starlight Frozen Custard.
I had a need for X and Y. Both were doable this weekend with my plans to camp overnight in this area. I could still finish the alphabet. For X, I picked up Xenia, Ohio.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
This also happens to be the spot where I broke my camera mount. The camera flopped off onto the ground beside the road while I was stopped. The place where I had it mounted would contact the windshield if I was not very careful. I had been doing good, but must have turned too hard maneuvering into a good parking space beside the Welcome to Xenia sign.
Next I ran thru Lebannon, Ohio. No sign, but some cool spots. The Golden Lamb is supposedly the oldest still running business in Ohio.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Next, I hit the interstate again to run up to my final trophy sign. Yellow Springs, Ohio.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Now I was finally on my way back home. I wanted to go on the backroads, but didn't have the time. However, there was one more unplanned stop I must have to do. On the way up to Yellow Springs, and on the way back I had noticed the interstate signs for this place and decided I had to at least stop and see what it was. It was the Nutter Center and is a building on the Wright University campus (of Orvill and Wilbur Wright). Ohio is the home of the Wright Brothers. I didn't find out who Mr. or Ms. Nutter was, but the name was so odd, I had to have a picture of this sign.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
From here on to Louisville, it was gas and lunch stop. I got Gold Star Chili nachos back across the river into Kentucky. I was on the interstate and just finished up coming home. I did also stop at a rest stop and pick up some brochures for camping, etc. Most of the way home was just "sit there, twist that."
When I got into town, I had a cool down at Starlight Frozen Custard.
Sunday Exploration: US-68
On US-68 headed toward my collection points, I saw this Yamaha dealer, so I stopped to get a picture.
Besides, the whole front of the building was RED!!! How cool!
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Besides, the whole front of the building was RED!!! How cool!
Sunday Exploration: Wilmington, Ohio
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Fortunately, Wilmington was not just one dirty flop-house, crackwhore motel. Apparantly they have a good section. Here we see the four star General Denver Inn.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
And a cool little street with small-town feel.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
On the way out of town, I saw this treehouse that any kid would kill to have.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Camping in Southern Ohio
If you wait until last minute on Memorial Day weekend to get a campsite for the night, you will likely experience epic failure. It was around 7-8pm. I was ready to call it a day, and I shot over to Caesar Creek State Park to 'check in' for the night. They were all full! I went to several spots, riding at a point where I was REALLY ready to not be riding anymore. I knew by 9pm that I was going to be setting up my hammock, engine running, using the lights of the Majesty. That was not what I had planned. But wait, there's more!
Tomtom was happy to keep providing me with another POI for camping, but I was really D-O-N-E. I was zipping through to the next campsite and I ran across the West Inn, located on SR-22. I thought "i'll check prices." Well, lo and behold, it was only $30-40 for the room. The place looked a little old, but I was pretty beat. I asked "what's the difference between the two price." The Indian woman explained the $33 rooms are smaller. Yes. I'll take it. I was ready for rest. I get the key, and she explains there is a $3 deposit. I pay. I went to the BACK where the smaller rooms are located. I should have left after I'd seen the room, but I was too tired. It was now about 10am.
Yes, the walls were dirty.
Yes, that is bare unpainted particle board on the wall of the 'bathroom'. It's actually not a bathroom as that would probably mean it had a door. The room was a place for the toilet, prefab stall shower, and an old sink. The floor in front of the toilet was rotten, and you could feel it sinking down when you stepped there.
I won't say the bed was unclean, but I was not taking any chances. I also slept with all my gear, etc. inside. This didn't make me feel too much better as there was not even a deadbolt on the door!
There were surprisingly several other cars. I saw a mustang convertible that had maps on the front passenger seat. It was an 80's model with duct tape on the rag top. These were the folks right next to me.
I decided to keep the key as a good reminder to not do this again!
Tomtom was happy to keep providing me with another POI for camping, but I was really D-O-N-E. I was zipping through to the next campsite and I ran across the West Inn, located on SR-22. I thought "i'll check prices." Well, lo and behold, it was only $30-40 for the room. The place looked a little old, but I was pretty beat. I asked "what's the difference between the two price." The Indian woman explained the $33 rooms are smaller. Yes. I'll take it. I was ready for rest. I get the key, and she explains there is a $3 deposit. I pay. I went to the BACK where the smaller rooms are located. I should have left after I'd seen the room, but I was too tired. It was now about 10am.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Yes, the walls were dirty.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Yes, that is bare unpainted particle board on the wall of the 'bathroom'. It's actually not a bathroom as that would probably mean it had a door. The room was a place for the toilet, prefab stall shower, and an old sink. The floor in front of the toilet was rotten, and you could feel it sinking down when you stepped there.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
I won't say the bed was unclean, but I was not taking any chances. I also slept with all my gear, etc. inside. This didn't make me feel too much better as there was not even a deadbolt on the door!
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
There were surprisingly several other cars. I saw a mustang convertible that had maps on the front passenger seat. It was an 80's model with duct tape on the rag top. These were the folks right next to me.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
I decided to keep the key as a good reminder to not do this again!
Izzy's ride - Back into Cincinatti along US-52
The day was still good, and weather holding at perfect. We did a regroup just over the river after the ferry.
Running back through Moscow, Ohio I noticed that Cinergy has a little power plant there. Not coal like the ones I see near Louisville...this one had a tell-tale cooling tower...
Very cool. I checked on google maps for an aerial view.
Here we are at a stoplight.
The camera mount I made was perfect to take these kinds of shots!!!
We rode behind this old building near the river. The back of it is painted to show a ruler of flood measurements.
We headed into the streets of Cinci proper. At this point we'd had numerous riders peel off as the day wound towards it's end.
We ended at the Montgomery Inn Boathouse Restaurant. The name does not imply the upscale-ness. Also they do not take reservations and there was 45 minutes left to wait.
The round building on the right is the restaurant.
I declined to join them mainly due to time, but was not feeling the love for a $40 hamburger... Ron and I talked scooters, bikes, spouses, and riding for a while, then I decided it was time to go. I originally was headed straight home, but got in touch with Theresia who said she would go check on my dog Splott (who has medical issues and has to have medication twice a day) so I decided to bust a move to get a quick bite and find someplace to set up my hammock.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Running back through Moscow, Ohio I noticed that Cinergy has a little power plant there. Not coal like the ones I see near Louisville...this one had a tell-tale cooling tower...
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Very cool. I checked on google maps for an aerial view.
Here we are at a stoplight.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
The camera mount I made was perfect to take these kinds of shots!!!
We rode behind this old building near the river. The back of it is painted to show a ruler of flood measurements.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
We headed into the streets of Cinci proper. At this point we'd had numerous riders peel off as the day wound towards it's end.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
We ended at the Montgomery Inn Boathouse Restaurant. The name does not imply the upscale-ness. Also they do not take reservations and there was 45 minutes left to wait.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
The round building on the right is the restaurant.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
I declined to join them mainly due to time, but was not feeling the love for a $40 hamburger... Ron and I talked scooters, bikes, spouses, and riding for a while, then I decided it was time to go. I originally was headed straight home, but got in touch with Theresia who said she would go check on my dog Splott (who has medical issues and has to have medication twice a day) so I decided to bust a move to get a quick bite and find someplace to set up my hammock.
Monday, May 25, 2009
Izzy's ride - Augusta, KY
We got to Augusta, Kentucky which was the area that had the cool ferry. It also has the hollywood Clooney's home (Rosemary, mother and George, son). We stopped for gas and I had enough to complete the ride, so I just looked around for a minute. On the way in, I saw two pictures I wanted to get. One was the "Welcome to Augusta" sign.
I also spied this cool bridge over a small creek. I didn't see the equally cool tunnel until I got there.
I was set to get the picture on the bridge when a guy and his passenger came over on their bike. It must be a popular place. As a matter of fact, this weekend was perfect riding like I have not seen this year so far, and EVERYwhere was a popular place for riders.
After snapping my pictures, I went to the little area down by the Ohio where the ferry docks. Right before you get there is a little street with shops and a restaurant. Everyone was milling around and so I stopped and got off to look around.
Here's the road down by the ferry.
Here's the ferry ride over.
Here's my friend Ron inadvertantly posing infront of the ferry, the Jenny Ann.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
I also spied this cool bridge over a small creek. I didn't see the equally cool tunnel until I got there.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
I was set to get the picture on the bridge when a guy and his passenger came over on their bike. It must be a popular place. As a matter of fact, this weekend was perfect riding like I have not seen this year so far, and EVERYwhere was a popular place for riders.
After snapping my pictures, I went to the little area down by the Ohio where the ferry docks. Right before you get there is a little street with shops and a restaurant. Everyone was milling around and so I stopped and got off to look around.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Here's the road down by the ferry.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Here's the ferry ride over.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Here's my friend Ron inadvertantly posing infront of the ferry, the Jenny Ann.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Izzy's ride - Rabbit Hash to Augusta, KY
The route to Augusta was awesome also. The guys did a great job planning this all out. Notice in front of me is (I believe, but I could have his name wrong) Richard. He has a silver Burgman, and he has added custom highway pegs! You can see his feet out beside the running board.
I want a set of these!
We ran beside the Ohio most of the way.
Here's the highway pegs!
We took a quick pit stop at the TA station and truckstop so we could regroup. With almost 20 bikes, it's easy to get split at a stop, though we did get a break from many cagers who were out. I figure there were so many bikes out they were extra aware.
Here's my best picture of the Triumph...
He even has a Lynard Skynard helmet!!!
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
We ran beside the Ohio most of the way.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Here's the highway pegs!
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
We took a quick pit stop at the TA station and truckstop so we could regroup. With almost 20 bikes, it's easy to get split at a stop, though we did get a break from many cagers who were out. I figure there were so many bikes out they were extra aware.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Here's my best picture of the Triumph...
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
He even has a Lynard Skynard helmet!!!
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Izzy's ride - Rabbit Hash General Store
We pulled into Rabbit Hash, and the whole place was packed with mainly bikes and a few cars. I think we had the only scooters there. No where did I hear any biker talk bad about the scooters. They seemed generally interested.
Here's me and Lois at the General Store
Here's the whole lot of us.
Here's inside the old General Store.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Here's me and Lois at the General Store
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Here's the whole lot of us.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Here's inside the old General Store.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Izzy's ride - the ride to Rabbit Hash, KY
We got on the road and it was a pretty good ride to Rabbit Hash. I think Rabbit Hash is one of those "motorcycle heaven" places where all roads leading to and from are fantastic riding.
I was behind the guy on the Triumph. Man I love the looks of that bike. Who knows, maybe I could have one in the distant future???
Lots of riders out coming our way too.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
I was behind the guy on the Triumph. Man I love the looks of that bike. Who knows, maybe I could have one in the distant future???
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Izzy's ride - Izzy's Deli in Florence, KY
I made it up to Florence and Izzy's was pretty easy to find.
When I got there, I met Konrad and his son. I had missed them just barely. No big deal. I also met Bob #1, and Bob #2, Ron, Richard and some other folks. So many I could not get all the names down. Konrad is in the light blue shirt and his son has on the green shirt. Both have their backs to me...
We ate at Izzy's. I had a half Ruben sandwich because it is their specialty. It came with a potato pancake! Both were pretty awesome. After this, I left a little early with a couple other guys to fill up before the ride to Rabbit Hash. Everyone else stopped there also and we started the ride from the Speedway down the street.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
We ate at Izzy's. I had a half Ruben sandwich because it is their specialty. It came with a potato pancake! Both were pretty awesome. After this, I left a little early with a couple other guys to fill up before the ride to Rabbit Hash. Everyone else stopped there also and we started the ride from the Speedway down the street.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Izzy's ride - Interstate 71 Northbound
On I-71 there was a massive wreck. I was very glad I wasn't headed in towards Louisville. The traffic was locked up for miles.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Izzy's ride - LaGrange, KY
On Saturday, May 23rd, I left the house at 830am. I discovered that a clip on my helmet shield was broken, and I got it at Cycle Gear, so I called and they had a replacement lens. I got there right at 9am and got the shield, installed it, and trashed my old one. I had to make it to LaGrange by 10am because I was meeting Konrad and a few other guys to ride up.
I got to LaGrange, and I rode around the courthouse square. I didn't see any other bikes, so I got off and poked around. There was a farmer's market going on. I wandered around, got a slice of melon to try, and bought some dried mango--something that would keep thru the day. I also got a cup of coffee and kept my eye out for the people I was supposed to meet. I had not yet had the pleasure of meeting Konrad, so I didn't know what he would look like or be riding.
It was getting close to 1030, so I got ready to go. On the way out, a woman asked me if I did any good fishing today. It was the chaps, and I am now thinking the coyote brown was a bad choice... I finished my coffee and rode around the square. I didn't see anyone parked around the square on a bike or scooter, so I figured I must have missed them. They were across the street diagonal from the courthouse and since I didn't know them, I missed 'em. I left just after 1030 to go to Florence.
I got to LaGrange, and I rode around the courthouse square. I didn't see any other bikes, so I got off and poked around. There was a farmer's market going on. I wandered around, got a slice of melon to try, and bought some dried mango--something that would keep thru the day. I also got a cup of coffee and kept my eye out for the people I was supposed to meet. I had not yet had the pleasure of meeting Konrad, so I didn't know what he would look like or be riding.
It was getting close to 1030, so I got ready to go. On the way out, a woman asked me if I did any good fishing today. It was the chaps, and I am now thinking the coyote brown was a bad choice... I finished my coffee and rode around the square. I didn't see anyone parked around the square on a bike or scooter, so I figured I must have missed them. They were across the street diagonal from the courthouse and since I didn't know them, I missed 'em. I left just after 1030 to go to Florence.
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| From Izzy's International Lunch & Ride |
Friday, May 22, 2009
*Maxi-Scooters
If somebody could start a worldwide campaign to change the name of
Maxi-Scooters to something else, I would appreciate it. I always feel
like I'm riding a feminine hygiene product when I hear this label. I
much prefer Mega-Scooter or Touring Scooter. Any suggestions are more
than welcome!!!
Maxi-Scooters to something else, I would appreciate it. I always feel
like I'm riding a feminine hygiene product when I hear this label. I
much prefer Mega-Scooter or Touring Scooter. Any suggestions are more
than welcome!!!
Realization
I have come to the realization that I don't know if I will be able to
find anyone as dedicated to riding distance on a scooter as I am.
Most recently it was put to me that the larger displacement scooters
(commonly referred to as maxi-scooters*) are the "red headed step
children" of the 2-wheel world. We're not really a part of the
motorcycle world--that is certain. With their larger engines, more
horsepower and considerably larger price tag, the whole world of
motorcycles is different than that of the more modest mode of
transport that is the maxi-scooter. On the other hand, the vast
majority of scooter riders fall into either classic scooters (which
generally have smaller displacement engines) or modern (in which
smaller displacement engines are much more common that the 250cc and
up class). Maxi-scooters are, so far, not a significant portion of
the U.S. demographic.
find anyone as dedicated to riding distance on a scooter as I am.
Most recently it was put to me that the larger displacement scooters
(commonly referred to as maxi-scooters*) are the "red headed step
children" of the 2-wheel world. We're not really a part of the
motorcycle world--that is certain. With their larger engines, more
horsepower and considerably larger price tag, the whole world of
motorcycles is different than that of the more modest mode of
transport that is the maxi-scooter. On the other hand, the vast
majority of scooter riders fall into either classic scooters (which
generally have smaller displacement engines) or modern (in which
smaller displacement engines are much more common that the 250cc and
up class). Maxi-scooters are, so far, not a significant portion of
the U.S. demographic.
And I'm cool with that. I don't mind being oddball. But this puts a
bit of a damper on who you have available to hang with--and who will
find you acceptable to hang with. I started the Louisville Scooter
Group on the main theme that all riders are welcome, regardless of the
machine they choose to ride upon. I have kept this also as my
personal credo. I give respect to all riders, regardless of what they
roll up on. I'm too new to all this to have formed any useful
opinions about Harley riders, BMW riders, Sportbikers, etc. and it's
not really like me to do that anyway. I generally will have a lot
more respect for someone who can ride in about any conditions and any
road surface, and do it mostly non-stop for the significant portion of
a 24 hour day. I don't just take my scooter out when it sunny and
warm. It's not for everybody to ride all the time, but I identify
more with those who do. I aspire to master my own personal
adversities until a point where I feel that I am truly a rider. Right
now, in many situations, I am much more comfortable on 4 wheels. I
aspire to eventually tip the scale in the other direction.
In the mean time, I have respect for all folks who ride, whether it's
around the neighborhood, or across the nation. Well, unless you're
one of the folks who like to appear as being in the 2nd group and
really belong to the first group. ;o) I also have respect for those
folks who realize their own mortality, and signify this by wearing
proper gear. I do not always go ATGATT (All The Gear All The Time),
but (barring unusual circumstances) always wear a full-face helmet.
Skin and bones heal much much better than gray matter. 90% of the
time I also wear jacket and gloves. Another 50% of the time I wear
protective pants or leg coverings. 100% of the time (again barring
unusual circumstances) I wear stiff leather shoes or boots. The more
miles I know I'm going to be putting on, the more gear.
I guess the bottom line is no matter what wheels you're using, or what
road you choose, be safe and confidant in your abilities. Oh, and
look me up if you're near Kentuckiana. I'd be happy to ride with
you!!
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Busted my Helmet
Somehow I've busted my KBC Modular helmet! I put the seat down (as I
have many times) and heard "crack". So I got back under the seat and
found the visor was detached. No biggie, I just put it back on. This
happened like three times, the last time being this morning. Well, I
kept trying to put the visor back on, and it kept popping off.
Finally, I see that the base plate that holds the visor on is broken!
How the heck did that happen?!?!? To be honest, I was a little
irritated at Cycle Gear last year when I got the helmet. I went way
over my budget, mainly because they talked me into the modular
KBC...the said it would fit me better. Now, after months of riding
with it, I'm not sure. It seems loose to me, but that's ok in winter
when I have the knit face mask on. Part of me thinks "if it fit more
snug, I'd not need the face mask!" I did my IBA Saddle Sore 1000 in
this helmet--I'm obviously used to it, but it does wiggle around a
little. I might switch to my cheaper "red dragon" helmet I got off
Ebay. My original AFX helmet (size L that I got at CC Rider and which
I've got 7000 miles on) is tight and almost painful after a couple
hours. I took a little of the foam padding out of the removeable pads
to give me a little room, but it doesn't help much. The KBC modular
is XL and a little too loose. The dragon helmet is XL and fits about
like the large AFX. So far I have not owned a helmet I'm completely
satisfied with. I have an extra base plate set and two extra visors
for the dragon helmet. Since it has virtually no wear, I guess I'll
wear it for a while...
have many times) and heard "crack". So I got back under the seat and
found the visor was detached. No biggie, I just put it back on. This
happened like three times, the last time being this morning. Well, I
kept trying to put the visor back on, and it kept popping off.
Finally, I see that the base plate that holds the visor on is broken!
How the heck did that happen?!?!? To be honest, I was a little
irritated at Cycle Gear last year when I got the helmet. I went way
over my budget, mainly because they talked me into the modular
KBC...the said it would fit me better. Now, after months of riding
with it, I'm not sure. It seems loose to me, but that's ok in winter
when I have the knit face mask on. Part of me thinks "if it fit more
snug, I'd not need the face mask!" I did my IBA Saddle Sore 1000 in
this helmet--I'm obviously used to it, but it does wiggle around a
little. I might switch to my cheaper "red dragon" helmet I got off
Ebay. My original AFX helmet (size L that I got at CC Rider and which
I've got 7000 miles on) is tight and almost painful after a couple
hours. I took a little of the foam padding out of the removeable pads
to give me a little room, but it doesn't help much. The KBC modular
is XL and a little too loose. The dragon helmet is XL and fits about
like the large AFX. So far I have not owned a helmet I'm completely
satisfied with. I have an extra base plate set and two extra visors
for the dragon helmet. Since it has virtually no wear, I guess I'll
wear it for a while...
Monday, May 18, 2009
Izzy's International Lunch & Ride
This weekend, I was debating....
I wanted to go north...to Michigan. I wanted to see some friends who live up there, and.....just....touch....Canada!
Ah, but things don't always work out how we want. Fundage for a longer ride is down like the economy, so instead..
I have been invited via the Maxi-Scooter's group on Yahoo, to attend the Izzy's International Lunch & Ride. It is this weekend near in Florence, Kentucky, near Cinci.
If you're interested...
7905 Mall Road (Next to Starbucks at Plaza Drive)
Between Rt 18 exit and Mall Rd exit of I-75 southbound -- no northbound Mall Rd exit.
Florence, KY 41042
store opens at 10 AM
859-525-BEEF (2333) (store)
Izzy's is a Cincinnatti thing. I had thought that Skyline was the only "Cincinatti thing" until now... Lunch is at noon with a ride after. I've loved a good Ruben sandwich since my first one at Ball State over 20 years ago!! I'm planning on heading out early from Louisville KY-42 and going through Rabbit Hash, KY so I can visit the awesome general store there.
"Rabbit Hash General Store is a heaping slice of Americana from another era. A working general store since 1831 located in the heart of historic Rabbit Hash, KY, a little Northern Kentucky river town."
From what I see on Google, Rabbit Hash General Store is a frequent rider location too... It should prove to be interesting. If I get any takers from Ye Olde Louisville Scooter Group, I will head right back after the ride. If not?? There is Xenia on up US-42 and Yellow Springs a little further up US-68. If that brings me up pretty late, I am going to take a few camping supplies and stay at Ceasar Creek State Park there near Waynesville, Ohio then ride back first thing in the morning. It'll be my first camp with the new hammock too.
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