Losing my nerve

**Headbanger** · 18th September 2009, 20:54

The road is not a racetrack.

**nallac** · 18th September 2009, 20:55

Originally Posted by Headbanger

The road is not a racetrack.

HUH? what you mean ??????

**nallac** · 18th September 2009, 20:56

Originally Posted by Headbanger

The road is a racetrack.

that's what you really meant?....

**usa-vtwin** · 18th September 2009, 20:56

Thanks all...its totally out of character and I dont want to think about it to much. I'll try again over the weekend..and if it happens again I'll go to the doctor. I've had no reason to freak on my bike (no spills) and as Rosie said, I've been up to scratch up till now on all our previous rides together.

*no drugs or alcohol were consumed lol* Thanks for the support from the well wishers...peace!

**Headbanger** · 18th September 2009, 20:57

Originally Posted by nallac

HUH? what you mean ??????

Usually on a Friday night katman is posting inappropriate shit like that where its not wanted, Figured I'd fill in for him for awhile.

**sunhuntin** · 18th September 2009, 21:04

Originally Posted by Headbanger

Usually on a Friday night katman is posting inappropriate shit like that where its not wanted, Figured I'd fill in for him for awhile.

oi, our town is fucked enough without a katman wannabe living here as well!!

usa... i dont have any furthur advice thats different to whats already been suggested. take it easy, and i hope you get an answer!

**Headbanger** · 18th September 2009, 21:06

Originally Posted by sunhuntin

oi, our town is fucked enough without a katman wannabe living here as well!!

You just wait until I finish this bottle of Vodka, Then the shit will fly.

**nallac** · 18th September 2009, 21:14

Originally Posted by Headbanger

Usually on a Friday night katman is posting inappropriate shit like that where its not wanted, Figured I'd fill in for him for awhile.

Oh ok ,Hmmm.....things that aren't wanted...........
Carver and slimewinder?????.

**AllanB** · 18th September 2009, 21:16

Originally Posted by Headbanger

The road is not a racetrack.

Obviously never been to Akaroa with a bunch of bikes!
I jest and agree with you, but it's known as the 'Akarao GP' around here!

Back to the subject.

That's a pretty shit end to a great ride. I agree that 'off-days' happen but I've never experienced one at the later end of a ride like that. Mine are usually shit from the start and I just call them short and go home.

A couple of things spring to mind - The Akaroa run is very twisty and climbs pretty quickly - it could be you got a bit out of balance on the way back (I've know people to get out of balance playing computer games due to all the screen movement). Do you suffer from sea sickness, car sickness or get a bit giddy in lifts?

Severe fatigue and stress exacerbated by the bloody rain could put you off but that's a pretty bad reaction.

The other thing - and the very best of intentions here (ie not a piss take) - your running 110db pipes on the Nightster - up and down the hills and fating along that road you were exposed to a fair bit of noise

- I'm wondering if this ride 2 -3 times longer than you are used to, exposed to the noise for a much longer period threw out your inner balance a bit?

All theory of course - my other option is to book yourself in for the 'man-test' - this probably won't help at all but I can assure you after having something stuck up your arse in the name of medicine, the concerns of the ride back will be the least of your worries! Laughter is good too!

Best bet is to fire the beast up on Sunday (it's looking good weather wise) and going for a fat on the HD - head to Little River for a coffee - or Lincoln for a pie at Hilliers cafe. Just cruise, enjoying the ride - if shit happens again see a doctor pronto.

PS - if you need to drop your bike off in Halswell, I'll look after it

**sunhuntin** · 18th September 2009, 21:17

Originally Posted by Headbanger

You just wait until I finish this bottle of Vodka, Then the shit will fly.

lol

...............

**nallac** · 18th September 2009, 21:23

Originally Posted by Headbanger

You just wait until I finish this bottle of Vodka, Then the shit will fly.

fuck i hope you haven't got carver or sidewinder visiting.............

**usa-vtwin** · 18th September 2009, 21:28

Originally Posted by AllanB

Obviously never been to Akaroa with a bunch of bikes!
I jest and agree with you, but it's known as the 'Akarao GP' around here!

Back to the subject.

That's a pretty shit end to a great ride. I agree that 'off-days' happen but I've never experienced one at the later end of a ride like that. Mine are usually shit from the start and I just call them short and go home.

A couple of things spring to mind - The Akaroa run is very twisty and climbs pretty quickly - it could be you got a bit out of balance on the way back (I've know people to get out of balance playing computer games due to all the screen movement). Do you suffer from sea sickness, car sickness or get a bit giddy in lifts?

Severe fatigue and stress exacerbated by the bloody rain could put you off but that's a pretty bad reaction.

The other thing - and the very best of intentions here (ie not a piss take) - your running 110db pipes on the Nightster - up and down the hills and fating along that road you were exposed to a fair bit of noise

- I'm wondering if this ride 2 -3 times longer than you are used to, exposed to the noise for a much longer period threw out your inner balance a bit?

All theory of course - my other option is to book yourself in for the 'man-test' - this probably won't help at all but I can assure you after having something stuck up your arse in the name of medicine, the concerns of the ride back will be the least of your worries! Laughter is good too!

Best bet is to fire the beast up on Sunday (it's looking good weather wise) and going for a fat on the HD - head to Little River for a coffee - or Lincoln for a pie at Hilliers cafe. Just cruise, enjoying the ride - if shit happens again see a doctor pronto.

PS - if you need to drop your bike off in Halswell, I'll look after it

Thanks for that...Ear plugs could be the go. You're right re the Sunday ride...I might stick to shortish rides until I'm satisfied its sorted. Cheers!

**Headbanger** · 18th September 2009, 21:33

Originally Posted by nallac

fuck i hope you haven't got carver or sidewinder visiting.............

Never been so drunk that I turned homo, so no, I dont expect a visit from either of them.

**vifferman** · 18th September 2009, 21:41

Can I say summat?

What's that - fuck off Vifferdork?!? How rude.

I reckon it's a combination of tiredness and a bit of anxiety (maybe subconcious) about the conditions.

A few years ago, I went on a 5-day road trip with the vifferbabe, and on the way back after most of a day riding, we were on a road that was really twisty. I felt like the bike wasn't handling right, and that my rhythm was off. I pulled over, had a wee rest, and a walk around (not more'n a couple of minutes) and we were off again. It was partly fatigue (not quite arm pump, but similar) and partly mental fatigue. Everything was OK, both mechanically and my riding was safe, but it felt like it was wrong. Just needed a break, and it was OK again.

A similar thing happend two weeks ago, when I went on my first open road ride for a while, to test/dial in my suspension and to look for misfiring problems after several hours of trying to trace an electrical gremlin. I got to the point where I was a bit tired, and sort of lost the plot. I was still riding OK and safely, but got confused with where I was at with the suspension settings, and ended up with it all cocked up, after having it feeling pretty good. Kinda blew the wind out of my sails a bit.

So what's my point?
Don't take things too seriously. The fact that you're not just brushing things off and making excuses is all good. Don't beat yourself up, don't worry too much, just have another ride when you feel like it, take it easy and see how it goes.