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by DireWolf
Thu Mar 05, 2009 5:15 am
Forum: Total Motorcycle Talk
Topic: Problems with online equipment dealer.
Replies: 9
Views: 6173

I've had hit/miss service from them. I hate to buy something and deal with a "Crapshoot", though.

They'll have something on their site, then come back and tell me they don't have this size or that color.

It's happened more than once.....I always get my money back, but it takes a while.

good ...
by DireWolf
Mon Jul 21, 2008 9:18 am
Forum: Total Motorcycle Talk
Topic: what does it mean when they say to chaulk a nut
Replies: 10
Views: 6301

Hmm I was thinking it was like "chalk a nut" like you'd chalk a que stick. Only this was a phrase used similar to 'cowboy up'. So, chalk your coin purse and saddle up for the ride! :roll2:

I had a chaffing/Gold Bond suggestion, there, too but was afraid to throw that out there.........
by DireWolf
Tue Jul 15, 2008 8:35 am
Forum: Total Motorcycle Talk
Topic: Harley versus Victory
Replies: 25
Views: 10209

Hey, Europe. Take this...........and keep it.
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by DireWolf
Tue Jul 15, 2008 1:59 am
Forum: Total Motorcycle Talk
Topic: How quickly it can happen
Replies: 8
Views: 3951

Drivers angling across parking spaces, instead of driving in the lanes drives me insane. I know there are no cars around, but everybody on the lot is heading towards the same entrance/exits.
by DireWolf
Tue Jul 15, 2008 1:55 am
Forum: Total Motorcycle Talk
Topic: Have you been riding less because of gas prices?
Replies: 48
Views: 15193

Not me. I run the bike instead of the Jeep wherever it's convenient, usually. Now I make a point to try to figure out ways to ride instead of drive......74mpg vs. 13mpg @ $4.14/gallon adds up quick. I still run around on the bike to places that I wouldn't go in a car, though......
by DireWolf
Fri Jul 11, 2008 7:40 am
Forum: Total Motorcycle Talk
Topic: How many really do?
Replies: 40
Views: 24271

I practice if I have a few minutes & I haven't been on a bike for a week or so.....

Get some comfort built up at the local school 'lot before I hit the road.
by DireWolf
Fri Jul 11, 2008 7:37 am
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: rookie death grip
Replies: 20
Views: 17726

In weight lifting that is considered 'wrong' because it provides no control in moment of wobbly, failing push. There are numerous cases of broken ribs reported with that one.

I'm 38. Been lifting off and on since....15ish. If I drop something and hurt myself, that's a risk I'm willing to take, if ...
by DireWolf
Fri Jul 11, 2008 1:28 am
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: rookie death grip
Replies: 20
Views: 17726

I'm assuming that we are talking about the same thing - keeping the thumbs on the same side of the bar with other fingers (false grip)? If not, then sorry for misunderstanding.

Yes. Please tell my why it's "wrong". Not wanting to start a debate, but I'm interested in what you're thinking.
by DireWolf
Thu Jul 10, 2008 9:40 am
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: rookie death grip
Replies: 20
Views: 17726

RhadamYgg[/quote]

It's a wrong thing to do on the weight bar, and I imagine, it's a wrong thing to do on the bike, either.

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Please enlighten me....at least on the weightlifting. (The handlebar grip deal takes practice)..........The thumb shift + proper breathing keeps your bloodpressure ...
by DireWolf
Thu Jul 10, 2008 2:44 am
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: rookie death grip
Replies: 20
Views: 17726

When I lift weights I do the same thing....squeeze the life out of the bar as I push/pull.

Wrapping my thumbs over the top, instead of fully gripping the bar helped.....so - years ago- I tried it on my grips on the bike. Took the strain right out of my hands. Can fully control the throttle, Clutch ...