I really like this article from Motorcyclist Magazine, by Ken Condon about Situational Awareness. Riding on the street is so different from riding on a closed racetrack and street riding demands your full attention.
Check it out and let me know your thoughts!
What an interesting idea! Fashionable, wearable technology that also provides a safety element.
Everything motorcyclists are searching for, right? Well, not that I'd run around town in a little black dress with an LED belt. Ok maybe, but underneath my leathers. Check out this kickstarter by Anders Nelson. He's hoping to raise enough money to produce these. Other options include patches that you can stick on anything.
Watch this video (with headphones) and see if your hearing is where it should be. It's SO important to wear ear plugs while riding not only to preserve our hearing but our sanity as we head out on two wheels.
I learned early on that wearing ear plugs (even the cheap $0.99/100 ones) help me concentrate on the road. Minimizing distractions, isn't that one of our goals while we ride so we can focus?
I found this to be the case more so on Twisties. I could focus on my apex, entry speed, exit speed, decreasing/increasing radiuses, everything I needed to make better, smoother, faster turns.
One resource I highly recommend is Earplug Superstore. You can order a couple of sample packs which provides one of each of almost everything they sell. Some are softer than others, some are denser, squishier. One pair may feel nice while another may feel really uncomfortable. I also figured out that I can sleep in these and they help block the snoring action from my beloved groom.
I tried these two packs: (1) http://www.earplugstore.com/unfoamtrialp1.html and (2) http://www.earplugstore.com/snoring-relief-kits.html
So far, I've discovered that this type of plug fits me the best because it's squishier/lighter and more comfortable:
Cost: $22 for 200 pairs!
I know it can be strange to wear ear plugs at first, but after trying a few different options, I'm sure you'll find something that works for you. Safe riding!
You'll never text while driving again, after watching this video. Please take some time and watch this now!
