Re: Bob LaLonde and/or Bob Campbell

["Robert L Bass" <robertlbass@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Many thanks, Bob.  Also enjoyed the phone chat today.  I'm heading over to
the cycle shop in the morning to try on Draggin Jeans and some jackets.  As
I mentioned earlier, I already have some stiff, over-the-ankle boots so I
won't need to buy more yet (I think).

I got out again tonight for an hour or so on the road... didn't realize how
chilly it still is at night here.  Tomorrow night I'll be wearing better
gear, presumably with the liner in place too.  :^)

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Regards,
Robert L Bass

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> Completely off topic reply....:))
>
> For myself, after 50 years of riding, I currently have two jackets. One is
> a Joe Rocket, which is mesh and armour, and is somewhat lighter than the
> other TourMaster 3/4 length jacket. That one is made of ballistic nylon,
> armoured in all the right places, and has a zipout liner for warm weather
> riding. For pants, I have a full set of heavy, leather Bristol leathers
> (not chaps), and this combined with the Tourmaster jacket, makes me feel
> reasonably secure on the bike.
> First Gear apparel is excellent stuff as well btw. Most quality jackets
> have zip up openings to let air circulate when in very hot weather. Also
> handy is a special vest which you can soak in water, and which will keep
> your torso cool when crossing the desert on those 110 degree days. Another
> essential is a full set of bad weather riding gear (rain suit).
>
> For lighter wear, or when I just am out for a quick ride, I wear Draggin
> jeans. These have Kevlar surrounding the butt area and the knee area, but
> look just like conventional jeans. I bought these in Florida last year at
> $80 a pair.
>
> I would suggest you go and try on anything you plan to buy since sizing
> can be a bit different than conventional clothing. Most large motorcycle
> stores have a good selection of gear to try on. Get two pair of gloves; a
> short pair for warmer wear, and one with cuffs for chilly days, which will
> keep the wind from going up your jacket. Never ride without good boots
> either. Motorcycle specific boots usually have padding over the ankle area
> to prevent abrasion should some idiot in a car cause an accident.
>
> Above all, watch out for 1- rednecks in trucks...2- women with cell phones
> plugged into their ears and their brains in neutral...and 3- grey beards
> or pink haired old dolls driving Cadillacs (many with Canadian plates...).
> Never drive either beside or behind a large transport...if a tire blows
> you are toast. And a lot of these guys drive exhausted, which does nothing
> for your survival if they fall asleep at the wrong time...
>
> A good motorcycle safety course may save your life, but above all, it will
> help you learn to "read" the road properly, which will also make you a far
> better auto driver.
>
> A good helmet is an essential part of motorcycling. If you have a $10
> head, then buy a $10 helmet. Otherwise, buy the best you can afford. And
> don't ever ride without it, even if the law allows it. Those stupid enough
> to ride without one will eventually end up deleting the gene pool....
>
> BTW,  the 650 Bergman is a fine machine, quite suitable for long distance
> highway driving. I have an experienced friend who is currently considering
> buying one to ride with me to Custer, South Dakota for a bike rally in the
> latter part of June....
>
> Two fingers down generally means "pegs down"....ie: be careful and ride
> safe, coupled with a greeting