Idiots - what else can I say !!

**crazyxr250rider** · 30th January 2006, 10:32

well said inline4

**MrMelon** · 30th January 2006, 10:40

I rode in a t-shirt and shorts up north and it was great.

**notme** · 30th January 2006, 10:44

Originally Posted by inlinefour

Its their choice......................We live in a country that involves freedom of choice, great thing.

Unfortunately it's not that simple......there are those among us whose job is to pick up the pieces when some dick spreads himself all over the road wearing only shorts, tshirt and sandals, then there's the negative effects on bike publicity in general, and the fact that the kid you ride past may think "oh, it's OK to ride without the gear" then off he goes....

Sure it's your choice, but you're not the only person being affected by "your choice".

**Big Chim** · 30th January 2006, 10:46

Originally Posted by Finn

You mean like this? I was playing with a new camera the other day and snapped this guy. Check out his footwear.

At least he cas gloves on hahaha

**Big Dave** · 30th January 2006, 10:51

Originally Posted by allun

Sure it's your choice, but you're not the only person being affected by "your choice".

Nothing personal - but I don't care.

Edit - well, I do - I'm sorry you have to do that shit - but not enough to influnce my choice of what I reckon is appropriate equipment for where i will be riding.

Sometimes that can be draggin's, a tee, boots, fingerless gloves and an open face.
That's *my* minimum - for a relaxed ride. Not what I would recommend for a newbie.

Also worth noting that the range of flow through jackets etc available now there are plenty of options for armoured hot weather riding.

But sometimes thats not being a bit of a BIKER is about.

**Big Dave** · 30th January 2006, 10:57

Originally Posted by Pablo Uganda

Hahaha what touchy touchy people here.

In my post I just stated what I saw, I really dont give a fuck either way.

Nah mate - nobody is touchy - thats just the tone of WT's conversation and static.

**2much** · 30th January 2006, 11:02

10 fucken characters

**EZAS** · 30th January 2006, 11:03

Originally Posted by allun

Unfortunately it's not that simple......there are those among us whose job is to pick up the pieces when some dick spreads himself all over the road wearing only shorts, tshirt and sandals, then there's the negative effects on bike publicity in general,

Sure it's your choice, but you're not the only person being affected by "your choice".

If you can't handle the job switch occupations. I respect Police and Abulance drivers for handling the messy consequences of idiotic behaviour, but I don't think they have any right to bitch about how hard there job is.

I'd rather have the scars on my legs reminding me of a few bike rides gone wrong, I think of them as the most personal tattoos you can get. (+ a constant reminder that I shouldn't ride without gear)

**Big Dave** · 30th January 2006, 11:10

Originally Posted by 2much

10 fucken characters

Niiiiiiiiiiiiice.

**Big Dave** · 30th January 2006, 11:30

Originally Posted by EZAS

but I don't think they have any right to bitch about how hard there job is.

Only forefeited if it truly pays what it's worth.

For me to do either would need $300k.

**SpankMe** · 30th January 2006, 11:38

Some heat is just too unbearable for proper gear. You’d pass out from heat exhaustion if you tried. But here it's individuals’ choice. I've been riding around in jeans and t-shirt lately if I'm just going to the shops.

**Badcat** · 30th January 2006, 11:40

Originally Posted by White trash

Fucken good on 'em.

I'm off to ride to work in a bit and I think I'm gonna wear a T-shirt. Probably ride a fair percentage of the way on one wheel too.

Get fucked, it's my choice.

why argue about this?
a battle of wits with an unarmed opponent is no fun really.

**imdying** · 30th January 2006, 11:44

Heh, I wouldn't worry about telling others off for their choice of gear, evolution will sort them out

**onearmedbandit** · 30th January 2006, 11:47

On that subject, had a guy from the states come over here for a couple weeks riding. Told me that his friends in Florida generally don't ride in the Summer as it is far too hot. Even in the evenings. They leave their riding for the winter!!!

**inlinefour** · 30th January 2006, 12:03

Originally Posted by allun

Unfortunately it's not that simple......there are those among us whose job is to pick up the pieces when some dick spreads himself all over the road wearing only shorts, tshirt and sandals, then there's the negative effects on bike publicity in general, and the fact that the kid you ride past may think "oh, it's OK to ride without the gear" then off he goes....

Sure it's your choice, but you're not the only person being affected by "your choice".

I'm a registered nurse, so tell me something new please. You started a crusade against smokers etc whos'actions can potientially upset your day?