Yesterday i encountered some pretty atrocious road works. Approx. 1 kilometer of windy road with smooth round, loose & deep / uncompacted RIVER STONES (approx. 50 - 100mm diameter). The posted speed limit was 30 km/hr.
I had to stop & wave (sorry) on cars behind me as I really struggled to keep traction & stay on my side of the road. I was also bottoming out in the deep ruts & almost lost it as both front & rears kept on digging in.
Am i just a big wus or is there a secret to tackling this stuff on a large heavy sports bike with smooth tyres. I had my fingers & toes crossed but still felt this wasn't enough.
I have never in my like seen river stones used in roadworks. I'd of thought this type of material inapropriate for road subgrades, anyway.....
Your comments from wisdom & experience are welcome, what would you do ?.
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