catseye
Active Member
When I was able, one of the things I most looked forward to each week was the D3T gathering at Sheets, grabbing a coffee, chatting with the early arrivals, putting on the gloves and hopping on the bike for a mysterious trip on local roads that transported me mentally to a focused task that was totally contrary to the physical realm of everyday life. Getting in the groove of late apexing, squeezing on the throttle as exiting and enjoying the 3 dimensional journey to a end goal of breakfast with good people that share a bond no one can understand unless you are there - laughing at the time half the group zoomed by the other half, oblivious to the turn they just missed, recalling the special spot that brought it all together, recounting the idiot that ran the stop sign or the gravel in the roadway......
It is difficult for a group of more than a few to maintain their comfort level during all phases of a ride. Some want to relax and clear their heads, some want to feel the push and rotation effects in corners occasionally, some want to "do an Italian tune-up" on a expanse of straight road, etc. One of the challenges is to keep it spirited for those that want that, relaxing for those that want that and keeping it safe for all. It doesn't have to be something that divides us and spurs resentment.I invite all that come to this thread to share your thoughts, concerns and possible solutions so that there may at least be groundwork set for all to have a good time and not end up in the ER......
It is difficult for a group of more than a few to maintain their comfort level during all phases of a ride. Some want to relax and clear their heads, some want to feel the push and rotation effects in corners occasionally, some want to "do an Italian tune-up" on a expanse of straight road, etc. One of the challenges is to keep it spirited for those that want that, relaxing for those that want that and keeping it safe for all. It doesn't have to be something that divides us and spurs resentment.I invite all that come to this thread to share your thoughts, concerns and possible solutions so that there may at least be groundwork set for all to have a good time and not end up in the ER......