tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post7522098743224556794..comments2024-03-27T21:17:11.920-04:00Comments on Shybiker: Motorcycle TripsShybikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15263331247319768989noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-21424788992519108442016-04-16T20:06:18.724-04:002016-04-16T20:06:18.724-04:00Thanks for sharing. I have always been a fair weat...Thanks for sharing. I have always been a fair weather rider however this year I am taking a 3 month adventure tour of the US. I will take your tale of endurance and use it to evaluate hardships I may experience on my trip. ag gáire mac tírehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09162453032742056234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-31204280565545025842016-03-22T17:31:57.615-04:002016-03-22T17:31:57.615-04:00What a wonderfully well written account of your ha...What a wonderfully well written account of your harrowing ordeal, Ally. I'm very sorry that you had to endure such extremely unpleasant conditions and am grateful that you weren't seriously injured or worse. Fingers firmly crossed that the rest of your rides this year will be worlds warmer. <br /><br />♥ JessicaWitchcrafted Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992822472797191121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-12390594295224801902016-03-21T10:20:16.611-04:002016-03-21T10:20:16.611-04:00I do but don't use them; they don't do muc...I do but don't use them; they don't do much. What helps most is a heated seat, which comes standard on my GTL. It's like sitting on a radiator. The warmth enters your body through your groin which is a central place for body-heat.Shybikerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15263331247319768989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-28439989536511306492016-03-20T11:36:00.792-04:002016-03-20T11:36:00.792-04:00Well written! I almost started shivering reading y...Well written! I almost started shivering reading your post. I hate when I get that cold. Don't you have heated gear? I got a jacket and gloves for Christmas, but haven't tested them yet. <br /><br /><br />Way to push through the pain. I'm glad you made it safely.ToadMamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04873763565941746536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-3652214150076830682016-03-19T23:24:07.766-04:002016-03-19T23:24:07.766-04:00I'm glad you made it through. I think your mee...I'm glad you made it through. I think your meeting with Aimee will be that much more memorable that you went through the harrowing trip to see her.Megan Ghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10169811757787686946noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-7425745999054344902016-03-18T07:15:50.731-04:002016-03-18T07:15:50.731-04:00There are plenty of adventures available here. Com...There are plenty of adventures available here. Come on over and I'll show you some!Shybikerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15263331247319768989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-72356785421697343652016-03-18T07:15:09.476-04:002016-03-18T07:15:09.476-04:00I get scared, too, but push through the fear. Gett...I get scared, too, but push through the fear. Getting scared is our mind's natural response to danger; we can choose to do what's next.Shybikerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15263331247319768989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-33803823515639465892016-03-17T15:32:41.542-04:002016-03-17T15:32:41.542-04:00An adventure like this must be so exciting and unf...An adventure like this must be so exciting and unforgetable! I would love to do something similar... or even by car through the US must be so much fun and such a great adventure!<br /> <br />Xx<br />Larissa<br /><a href="http://cenestquedelachance.blogspot.de/" rel="nofollow">cenestquedelachance.blogspot.de</a><br />Larissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13304479548259663969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-74495268192153553992016-03-17T13:02:06.437-04:002016-03-17T13:02:06.437-04:00I wish I was as stubborn as you are as I am easily...I wish I was as stubborn as you are as I am easily scared, lol. Have fun but please do take good care of yourself, my friend !<br /><br /><a href="http://www.fashionandcookies.com" rel="nofollow">Fashion and Cookies - fashion and beauty blog</a>Vale ♥https://www.blogger.com/profile/15953401769919270897noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-57614713628556331062016-03-17T09:03:39.030-04:002016-03-17T09:03:39.030-04:00Oh, man! You really are One Dogged Motorcyclist. T...Oh, man! You really are One Dogged Motorcyclist. That could be the name of your memoir, should you ever decide to write one ;) <br /><br />It's incredible that you made it that whole way, and it's a true testament to your spirit what with all the environmental hardships you face after a long stretch on the open road. I'm sure your friend must have been so relieved to see you arrive alive and in one (mostly) piece :) <br /><br />Be safe, my friend!mypixiebloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09135461083810124483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-47399145472538870762016-03-17T06:56:48.362-04:002016-03-17T06:56:48.362-04:00Oh my gosh! That sounds so scary. I'm really g...Oh my gosh! That sounds so scary. I'm really glad you're okay--that was definitely a close call. Here's hoping the trip to Pittsburgh and Detroit is much smoother!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00574714395460043419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-61825945547423171872016-03-17T02:11:51.846-04:002016-03-17T02:11:51.846-04:00You are one dedicated biker - I hope the trip back...You are one dedicated biker - I hope the trip back was better. It doesn't take much, sometimes, to turn a situation bad. Be careful out there.jenny_ohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15475480579733466963noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-21809477583104222482016-03-17T01:52:22.883-04:002016-03-17T01:52:22.883-04:00I'm so Glad to hear you recovered, but that wa...I'm so Glad to hear you recovered, but that was scary even to read and I Pray a return Journey isn't as grueling? I used to Love to Hike, but here in the Desert and as I'm aging I do find my endurance for long hikes in the heat has taxed me more than it used to so some trips I just should not make anymore due to potential risk factors I'm no longer willing to push the limits of ... but I find it hard to accept since my Love of hiking remains so strong and I hate that I just can't do what I used to be able to without issues. Dammit! *winks* God Bless... Dawn... The BohemianBohemianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03743017084098726581noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-50814929911034308182016-03-16T19:45:57.119-04:002016-03-16T19:45:57.119-04:00I am so glad you made it - that is so scary! Your ...I am so glad you made it - that is so scary! Your doggedness reminds me of doing the marathon: the pain, the mental struggle, the wanting to stop and quit. Sheilahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735339885677950350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-84151755314451791852016-03-16T19:20:20.448-04:002016-03-16T19:20:20.448-04:00At least you arrived safe, long distances in a car...At least you arrived safe, long distances in a car can be dangerous so i admire your stubbornness and willingness to endure the toughest weather to get to your destination. As long as it was worth it :) melbournebeantasterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11915772854171023633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-3206597299677088702016-03-16T19:01:51.701-04:002016-03-16T19:01:51.701-04:00I never voluntarily go into the cold and find Wint...I never voluntarily go into the cold and find Winter sports to be absurd. Give me a book and hot tea instead!Shybikerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15263331247319768989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-16776959029493564872016-03-16T19:01:05.582-04:002016-03-16T19:01:05.582-04:00Thanks. I often find it impossible to justify my d...Thanks. I often find it impossible to justify my decisions to people because, on the surface, they sound reckless but in the moment they make perfect sense. Shybikerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15263331247319768989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-62781397551739230152016-03-16T18:19:51.201-04:002016-03-16T18:19:51.201-04:00Oh my goodness Ally, that's really scary. I ho...Oh my goodness Ally, that's really scary. I hope the return journey will be ok!!! I had no idea but I've been on a motorbike in the night for a long time (as a passenger) and I was freezing (even in Bali, a hot climate) so to think of you being really cold like that is scary!xKezziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15705356707599121605noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-44290374102404791292016-03-16T14:46:18.765-04:002016-03-16T14:46:18.765-04:00Eeeek. That sounds harrowing.
I hope the trip ba...Eeeek. That sounds harrowing. <br /><br />I hope the trip back was better?<br /><br />I don't think you'd like skidooing then. They don't go as fast as a motorcycle, but they still go darn fast and you're out in the cold. REALLY cold. Like the outside temp is already -20 C and the wind makes it -35 C. Granted, you are geared up for snowmobiling with a snowsuit and snow gloves, and should you fall you fall into the snow...all much less scary than what you did. <br /><br />I don't skidoo anymore. Too damn cold for me. <br /><br />bisous<br />SuzanneSuzannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03891315017218863243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-59782127262730942782016-03-16T12:28:17.883-04:002016-03-16T12:28:17.883-04:00Great, terrifying story. I'm concerned for you...Great, terrifying story. I'm concerned for you (don't do something like this again!!) but at the same time, I totally understand it and your decision to keep going because I would have done the same. I'm glad you had a friend awaiting you. Be careful on your next journey!!Anoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-24009601130986216102016-03-16T11:21:29.419-04:002016-03-16T11:21:29.419-04:00Plan one!Plan one!Shybikerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15263331247319768989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4885867892898159023.post-40840473642951753952016-03-16T11:07:23.895-04:002016-03-16T11:07:23.895-04:00Adventures can be fun, dangerous, and wonderful. I...Adventures can be fun, dangerous, and wonderful. I do love adventures. Have not done too many this year as of yet.FASHION TALEShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12964667264037413912noreply@blogger.com