16-07-13, 12:13 PM
Confidence is something you build with time and practice. Your riding seemed Ok to everyone on the lofo ride Simon, and judging by your posts, you have a good idea of what to be wary of. Seems to me that the vast majority of people on this site actually are quite sensible about what to wear on a bike. Risk reduction - couldn't agree more, this applies to your riding as well as your kit. We all like to crack that throttle when we can, it's just about time and place - if your favourite bit of road is clogged with traffic, oh well, there'll always be another day. If you find a lovely bit of twisty tarmac but there are loads of hazards, well, it's a pity, but find a different road with less hazards. But it's fun to stir it up a bit on here sometimes!