Return-Path: Date: Wed, 26 Jun 1996 16:12:28 -0400 From: Mrkrouse@aol.com Subject: RCR Experience Sender: tridod-request@cog.att.net Reply-To: tridod@cog.att.net All the whinning/teasing aside, this RCR was a major learning experience and I appreciate all those who helped me out, either through advice or inviting me along on a ride where I could learn by example. Situations develop quickly (e.g. Andy's Mud Slide; Charlotte's Attempted Stuff, Slewing Migrant Pickup) and I feel I'm certainly more prepared and confident than prior to this trip. Now I don't claim to love my bike as much as Martyn loves his Guzzi, but the Vulcan did all right for itself. I bought it by reading magazine comparison articles, without any test rides (MSF class was first moto ride since '69). I like this longer distance touring stuff and maybe the ST1100 would fit the bill somewhat better, but then the V-MAX sounds like a blast, and the Valkyrie is pretty cool, and maybe Bob Kurtz will let me try out his Monster......and where will this all end? 29th year may be my last!