Temperatures are really dropping here in Michigan and the long wait and map study will begin in earnest by this weekend. The bike is going into the shop for storage and installation of cruise control. When it comes out again next spring we will be in the final preparation stage and I'll be chomping at the bit to just get underway and "ride it".
I've been getting feedback on my questions about riding in the mountains and everyone has assured me that the elevations we're planning, on the way out, are fairly easy (no more than 6,000 feet) and the curves and switchbacks are mild. Once we get out there the president of SSMC has offered to take us for a ride in the "Alps of America" which will be a little more exciting but by that time we'll have a lot more experience and it should be fun. If you're riding this winter make sure you keep practicing following the proper line through the curves and also practice your "panic stops" Remember 70% of your braking power comes from the front brake but try not to lock it up.
The posts will get fewer during the next few months but I encourage all of you to add your own stories and thoughts while we wait out the winter and get ready to go.
More as the spirit moves me to write.
Ride Safe
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