[Ducati] Re: Advice for a new (old) rider?

[Barry]

I find regardless of age, and style of bike. I always develop a soreness
between the shoulder blades if I don't stop and rest once in a while.

Sometimes it's nice to pull into a quiet camp ground and take the gear off
and go for a walk. Do some stretches, lay back on top of the picnic table. (
hopefully not doze off, unless I need it ) , and then continue.

Mentally is the big one, that's why I like quiet places to rest, and enjoy
the country I'm in. Otherwise I find my depth perception and focus are not
as strong. For me every 100 kilometers ( 62 miles ) is time for a little
rest. Ya water and Gatorade good call. Sometimes the constant drone of doing
the same speed gives a sleepy effect. I play with the gears sometimes, or
where it is quiet and looks safe to do so, I let her rip. I tell ya that
brings in some new energy to the system. Nothing like playing a bit.

Barry


On 2/29/08 11:01 AM, "marc phillips" <mphill47 at yahoo.com> wrote:

> I think the toughest part about us older guys riding Ducati's is the bar
> position and the strain on the back and arms. Are most of you guys using heli
> bars or bar backs?
> 
> 
> Darrin Burdine <dkburdine at yahoo.com> wrote: For me, fatigue is one of the
> bigger issues. Having recentley entered the (older) age group I can tell you
> that most problems have been from being either mentaly, or physically
> exhausted. Staying fresh and alert on both counts does wonders for having a
> good experience. Some of the things I do is stop every 100miles (or sooner)
> whether I need to or not. Moving around on the bike helps defeat the numbness
> that clip-ons and rearsets will do to you. Also, when I stop I usually get a
> Gatoraide or something similar. Coffee or soda will just dehydrate you and
> make you have to use the restroom more often.Bottled water is good too. If
> it's a short break I just close it up and put it in the tankbag for the next
> time. I hope this helps. I'm sure many can attest that being alert is way
> safer.
>                                                        Darrin
>                                                      '01 748
> 
> 
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