Subject: Re: RCR, Lake Lure
Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 16:33:46 -0400
From: Sharon_Kerick@tivoli.com
Reply-To: bikers@listserv.oit.unc.edu
To: bikers@listserv.oit.unc.edu

Martyn said:

> But damp grass doesn't scratch your bike.

No, but it stuck a little on the engine where it hit the grass. :-(

> Let's be specific here -- *I* brought it on the Guzzi.
> You travelled light, which is no doubt how you were able
> to stick on my butt when we passed those cars... ;-)

I think we both know if we had the same amount of carry-weight on the
bikes, I could still do it in 5th, but you'd be dropping gears.  Especially
if I find that web site that Dave mentioned at the RCR.  ;-)

  > 6. The time in Lake Lure and at the RCR just warmed up my distance
  skills.
     The ride back was a breeze, not sore at all.  Time to work on some
     serious miles this year, I think.  1400 miles in a week or so is just
     scratching the surface.

Now we know how I did 2000 miles in 2 months. He may not go fast, but he
goes far and by scenic routes...  And if anyone wants to go to Lake Lure
and I've got the time, I'm game.

  > 8. I'm not fond of the BT17 rear profile.  It's too triangular for a
     sport-touring tyre, although I have no complaints about stick, wet or
     dry.  Maybe it'd be better in a narrower 130/90, to flatten out the
     profile a bit.  OTOH, the front BT17 is wearing rapidly and unevenly,
     although otherwise it's a very nice tyre.

Aside from the fact that it's going to wear out fast (and doesn't stick to
  grass), I'm liking that Michelin SuperSport.

> No doubt more comments to come later... ;-)

You love to start that stuff. :-)

Sharon