mucker1983 Posted July 8, 2013 Posted July 8, 2013 Yeah can never be too hot in this country I've been to ibiza and Egypt when they had heat waves now that was hot. This is just lovely and warm.
2 Wheels Posted July 8, 2013 Posted July 8, 2013 Yep, its bloody great,,,,,,, 29 deg here today at 2pm. I never remember anywhere nere these temps in Ireland. I wish it could last all summer long.
wild foamy Posted July 8, 2013 Posted July 8, 2013 wish i could just book a few weeks off work just to enjoy it
blackhat250 Posted July 8, 2013 Posted July 8, 2013 How do riders in say California - Florida cope then ,,,? If were not used to heat, what do they wear, ? sasha ?
Ttaskmaster Posted July 8, 2013 Posted July 8, 2013 How do riders in say California - Florida cope then ,,,? If were not used to heat, what do they wear, ? sasha ? "Yeah man, but it's a dry heat!!" Sorry, Aliens quote. I do that a lot. But yeah, UK weather is very humid and muggy compared to most places. I'm thinking of doing a kind of 24 hr ride down to Cornwall on Wednesday Stop thinking and start preparing, I say!! It'll be great fun and you can take all the breaks you need. Nothing better than riding at your own pace!!
dt502001 Posted July 8, 2013 Posted July 8, 2013 this stuff http://classicmotorcycles.about.com/gi/o.htm?zi=1/XJ&zTi=1&sdn=classicmotorcycles&cdn=autos&tm=121&gps=17_26_1093_548&f=00&su=p284.13.342.ip_&tt=29&bt=5&bts=&zu=http%3A//www.motodracing.com/motorcycle_undersuit.html hleps we have been in the 30's and add the humidex it's around 45c. Other gear like fully mesh jackets are nice for these days.Just don't stop any water. And task is right the DRY HEAT is no where as bad calli and texas just dont feel as hot same with west Canada Ontario surrounde by lakes every where get the humidity bad.
iandouglas Posted July 8, 2013 Author Posted July 8, 2013 re: Stop thinking and start preparing, I say!! It'll be great fun and you can take all the breaks you need. Nothing better than riding at your own pace!! thanks ttm
bippo Posted July 8, 2013 Posted July 8, 2013 With the good weather....................and it seems to be a little cooler now, I'm thinking of doing a kind of 24 hr ride down to Cornwall on Wednesday at work tomorrow (Tues) and then again Thurs so it gives me a complete day Maybe set of 3.00 am, don't know, Wed morning and come back, 10 -11 pm I'm the Aylesbury side of Oxford, Oxford being 15 miles or so to the south west I'd aim for St.Ives /Penzance, about 300 miles there, maybe too ambitious? Polperro might be a better target at 250 miles there, 500 in a day should be OK The only thing that makes me hesitate is my poor bum, all my life I've worked in offices I think it has effected the blood supply there as I tend to end up with 'numb bum' just a case of taking breaks really. Sounds like a great idea Ian - just do it! I managed a 400 mile jaunt on my little YBR, in October, darkness and the peeing rain. But I loved every minute. So go for it!! I want to do something similar on the Tiger, but work is manic at the moment. :-( As for this weather, it's great, makes a change from all the crap. The main downside for me are all the arrogant summer riders who just blank your friendly acknowledgment.
wild foamy Posted July 8, 2013 Posted July 8, 2013 How do riders in say California - Florida cope then ,,,? If were not used to heat, what do they wear, ? sasha ? Please sacha... please dont disappoint
obriens65 Posted July 9, 2013 Posted July 9, 2013 This weather's great. It's the first time I've had the linings out of my gear for two years. As for 'It's a dry heat.' So's fire but you'd worry if your arse was in flames
iandouglas Posted July 9, 2013 Author Posted July 9, 2013 Re; The main downside for me are all the arrogant summer riders who just blank your friendly acknowledgment. I think it's because they are so intent on 'progressing' along given some good weather, you waved, that's fine, if they are too ignorant well blow them - I just flash the headlight now, it's easier although it no doubt sets the car driver in front in a panic hehe incidentally, 400 miles is pretty good for a day, my maximum to date is 366 miles on a trip to Aberystwth, turned round after a meal in a seafront cafe, bought a few souveniers and came back.(they have a weird one way system there) should be OK provided nothing silly happens like a puncture or me riding into a hedge
Campaman Posted July 9, 2013 Posted July 9, 2013 I have a HG Textile jacket, with the liner out and the vents open its not too bad, but can't believe the number of riders in shorts etc. I work opposite a MOT garage and literally two minutes ago someone has just arrived on a sports bike weathering shorts, vest, trainers & helmet.
lallasro Posted July 9, 2013 Posted July 9, 2013 those hot days I use this and this and I can say is better than a motorcycle jacket + more protection and i`m visible from 100 miles ) both are motocross items. probably other bikers will say "WTH is this christmas tree riding a cruiser?!" but I really don`t care, I feel good this is all what I need.
Moderator Cynic Posted July 9, 2013 Moderator Posted July 9, 2013 Ok for impact but its always the slide that bothers me more. I wouldnt trade my textile for it. I have broken bones and had gravel rash as a teen. The gravel hurts more in the hospital. Esp the " sympathy " they show cleaning it........still makes me cringe.
iandouglas Posted July 9, 2013 Author Posted July 9, 2013 gravel rash - horrible wounds those The great Cornish trip is due to start today, booked a b&b in Bude, quite pleased as I've got a double room for the price of a single and able to look out on my bike parked outside That should give me a good kick off point for Wednesday. I'd like to make Penzance if I can, intend using A roads rather than motorways going a ''crows fly' path as far as possible
Ttaskmaster Posted July 9, 2013 Posted July 9, 2013 Ok for impact but its always the slide that bothers me more. I wouldnt trade my textile for it. TBH, that's the reason I'm still sweating my fucking knackers off in thick leather...
Moderator Cynic Posted July 9, 2013 Moderator Posted July 9, 2013 Bude to Penzance will be a good run. From Bude you could cross over the moore which is cracking on a clear day you can see coast to coast in places. As well as not being able to see your hand on a bad one....... There are no motorways in Cornwall there are 2 main drags only really the A38 thats a bit dull but if your heading for Bude you will miss it anyhow. Bude is great. Going down there in a couple of weeks and im counting the days.
bippo Posted July 9, 2013 Posted July 9, 2013 You have inspired me Ian - I'm planning in escaping on a jaunt down to Cornwall on Friday. Hoping to camp near Perranporth.Will give me a good excuse to ride the bike, especially now the handlebar has been adjusted (was too far away for my short arms) In addition to that, the engine has now been fully run-in!
iandouglas Posted July 9, 2013 Author Posted July 9, 2013 good luck Bippo, I'm off shortly bit cooler than it was at the w/e I think. escapism is the absolute right word, it's what bikes are about imo.
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