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Idiot on 84

Not to sound sanctimonious...

The squid's attire was just the icing on the cake. To each his own. What really stood out was his woeful lack of riding skill coupled with a complete disregard for common sense etiquette: if you're wallowing in the corners and holding up those behind you, move over and let them pass with a wave.

FWIW, I'm not an expert rider but after many years on the road I'm getting better. Like many Barfers, I try to learn new skills at track days & riding schools, and hone those skills, when appropriate, every time I get on my bike.
 
vato_loco said:
Sorry, this has been bugging me for the last few days. I have to vomit it all out or I'm gonna get sick.

Did our usual loop on Sunday. Around 12:30 we were riding east on 84 when a guy on an R1 passed us about 2 miles before La Honda.

No big deal. We were going along a decent clip but weren't pushing it. We caught up with him at the beginning of those 2nd & 3rd-gear sweepers at Troutmere.

Typical squid wearing a textile jacket and helmet but little else related to motorcycling. Baggy jeans, way too short, revealed exposed shins. Air Jordans completed the package.

When he realized we were on his tail he twisted the throttle as soon the road straightened up. Once at the next corner he slowed way down, hesitated, and pussy-footed his way through the turn. This charade repeated itself over & over until we reached La Honda proper, when our fearless rider sped past the fire/sheriff's station. Brilliant, Einstein.

Once out of La Honda, my riding buddy had enough. He quickly found an opening through a corner and sped past R1 man, who was startled. Unfortunately, I found myself stuck behind this guy but quickly concluded that it was way too dangerous to attempt a pass. Fearing that this dude was about to bin his bike, I backed way off.

I watched as he made right turns with his left knee jutting out. Left turns with his right knee out. The worst lines ever. Actually, they were more like zig-zags through the corners.

After a 1/2 mile we came upon my riding buddy, who was behind several cars. Oncoming traffic was typically heavy for a Sunday afternoon. The R1 squid crossed the DY to make his pass and disappeared.

When we got to the 84/35 intersection, I looked for him but he was nowhere to be found.

I haven't seen such appalling riding in months. There, I feel better now.

Oh, I forgot: M4M. :twofinger
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Mang. Its moments like this where you gotta roll tape. Douchey shit riding must be documented and posted, its a fun, entertaining and quite possibly beneficial for the riding community.
 
vato_loco said:
...a complete disregard for common sense etiquette: if you're wallowing in the corners and holding up those behind you, move over and let them pass with a wave.
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Don't know why people can't do this. I wave better/faster riders past me all the time. But I've been parked behind a half dozen riders on Tunitas in the last week that have refused to wave me past. :|
 
UDRider said:
I rode today while standing on footpegs making pelvic thrust motions. No one saw it to make a thread about. :cry
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OaklandLion said:
I was wearing my new denim capris...I guess you don't like!
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:rofl:rofl:rofl

I had a squid encounter recently. No gear except a helmet and he came zipping up and passed me in my lane, on the right, at a high rate of speed. This was near the entrance to the Broadway Tunnel in SF and the right lane was blocked. He could have waited just a second or two and I would have moved over had I been given the chance. SRSLY?
 
BMK said:
Don't know why people can't do this. I wave better/faster riders past me all the time. But I've been parked behind a half dozen riders on Tunitas in the last week that have refused to wave me past. :|
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That's when you have to pick them off one by one. The etiquette comes into play when they learn to ride and find out what they have been doing wrong the entire time.. lol
 
I tell you what, some day, it just be myself up in front of you riding only semi-spirited. I will always let you pass and, if I don't, give me a second as I might not have seen you yet.

My question to the team here is that I would appreciate getting positive, constructive, non-threatening feedback if you spotted me at the next break point. I know you did not have the opportunity to catch up with this individual but if it was me, can I ask a favor and encourage you to introduce yourself and offer suggestions? I would most certainly appreciate it.

I find myself a good rider with no track experience that still really enjoys the mountains at a reasonable pace. I participate on some group rides and I am up in the mountains almost every weekend for a bit. I can always develop my skills at my own pace although getting feedback can also be really valuable.

Thanks for hearing my perspective.
 
jjw408 said:
I tell you what, some day, it just be myself up in front of you riding only semi-spirited. I will always let you pass and, if I don't, give me a second as I might not have seen you yet.

My question to the team here is that I would appreciate getting positive, constructive, non-threatening feedback if you spotted me at the next break point. I know you did not have the opportunity to catch up with this individual but if it was me, can I ask a favor and encourage you to introduce yourself and offer suggestions? I would most certainly appreciate it.

I find myself a good rider with no track experience that still really enjoys the mountains at a reasonable pace. I participate on some group rides and I am up in the mountains almost every weekend for a bit. I can always develop my skills at my own pace although getting feedback can also be really valuable.

Thanks for hearing my perspective.
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A bit of a dicey request, allowing some random stranger critique your riding. You never know, it could just be the case, that those willing to dispense advice may have more balls than common sense, and are merely still around out of dumb luck.

True, one can only learn so much in a vacuum, which why having a mentor is really a good way to go.
 
I hear you. You are correct about random advise from strangers. I guess I still have that altruistic view that believes that promoting camaraderie and passing on advise will help improve the riding experience for all of us that enjoy the mountains. But point taken. I hear you.
 
n8x said:
u're such a squid ant. such a bad influence:laughing


and i go home and make sweet love to myself thinking of you


nohomo
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man i gotta say what is it with you two? ok back to post 312 or 13 or whatever....is it some kind of karmikc love chi thing happening or what? oh shit that was an earthquake!
 
jjw408 said:
I hear you. You are correct about random advise from strangers. I guess I still have that altruistic view that believes that promoting camaraderie and passing on advise will help improve the riding experience for all of us that enjoy the mountains. But point taken. I hear you.
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Don't get me wrong. The comaraderie is there..it certainly is alive on BARF. If you are looking for a mentor and someone who is squared away to help ya, this is the forum to ask for advice. Check out the training section.

A lot of us are passionate about riding. And while a lot of us will never excell to become world champions, or gain accolades, I do feel that there are many more who want ride as best they can, for the rest of their lives. And i think that sense of altruism is a critical component to achieving that goal.
 
I love the M4M threads personally. Not only do they give me something funny to read usually but they also might actually serve to enlighten a lurker or daily poster. On top of that they also provide a way to vent your frustrations to your fellow riders. I know not all agree and some get down right defensive about it, but then again said posts probably hit a nerve with them I guess.

Me? I wear my gear. When I commute or go to the twisties its ATGATT but when I'm just puttering around town it's all gear and jeans. You will not catch me with just a TShirt and Shorts at any point and time as I have seen how they deal with road rash and it's not pretty unless you're into pain. If I make a M4M or M4MF (like I did the other day) it's honestly out of concern.

However, I grew up in Texas riding on Dirt and the Road and I NEVER wore gear not even a Helmet and I lived.
 
Real riders don't need ATGATT :x

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Patella = God's knee pucks :twofinger
 
I've fractured my patella against the hood of a car while out blow-drying my hair.

Jeff, come out to the Doc Wong rides, they're free and you'll learn oodles and gobs of good riding techniques.
 
jjw408 said:
I tell you what, some day, it just be myself up in front of you riding only semi-spirited. I will always let you pass and, if I don't, give me a second as I might not have seen you yet.

My question to the team here is that I would appreciate getting positive, constructive, non-threatening feedback if you spotted me at the next break point. I know you did not have the opportunity to catch up with this individual but if it was me, can I ask a favor and encourage you to introduce yourself and offer suggestions? I would most certainly appreciate it.

I find myself a good rider with no track experience that still really enjoys the mountains at a reasonable pace. I participate on some group rides and I am up in the mountains almost every weekend for a bit. I can always develop my skills at my own pace although getting feedback can also be really valuable.

Thanks for hearing my perspective.
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I have no track experience myself. You got to have track experience to fit in here on barf. if not, people will tease you just like in high school for being a virgin.:rofl
 
vato_loco said:
Sorry, this has been bugging me for the last few days. I have to vomit it all out or I'm gonna get sick.

Did our usual loop on Sunday. Around 12:30 we were riding east on 84 when a guy on an R1 passed us about 2 miles before La Honda.

No big deal. We were going along a decent clip but weren't pushing it. We caught up with him at the beginning of those 2nd & 3rd-gear sweepers at Troutmere.

Typical squid wearing a textile jacket and helmet but little else related to motorcycling. Baggy jeans, way too short, revealed exposed shins. Air Jordans completed the package.

When he realized we were on his tail he twisted the throttle as soon the road straightened up. Once at the next corner he slowed way down, hesitated, and pussy-footed his way through the turn. This charade repeated itself over & over until we reached La Honda proper, when our fearless rider sped past the fire/sheriff's station. Brilliant, Einstein.

Once out of La Honda, my riding buddy had enough. He quickly found an opening through a corner and sped past R1 man, who was startled. Unfortunately, I found myself stuck behind this guy but quickly concluded that it was way too dangerous to attempt a pass. Fearing that this dude was about to bin his bike, I backed way off.

I watched as he made right turns with his left knee jutting out. Left turns with his right knee out. The worst lines ever. Actually, they were more like zig-zags through the corners.

After a 1/2 mile we came upon my riding buddy, who was behind several cars. Oncoming traffic was typically heavy for a Sunday afternoon. The R1 squid crossed the DY to make his pass and disappeared.

When we got to the 84/35 intersection, I looked for him but he was nowhere to be found.

I haven't seen such appalling riding in months. There, I feel better now.

Oh, I forgot: M4M. :twofinger
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Sorry. My turbo Busa was in the shop, and I wasn't used to riding such a slow bike. And my suit was in the cleaners. :twofinger
 
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