Hello Everyone!

philipchandle... · L Plate Warrior Joined: 16 Nov 2006 Karma :

I am new to biking but very much enjoying it - I took my CBT over the weekend (on a Gilera runner) and had a fabulous time! I just cannot believe that I have missed biking for this long in my life (I am only 22, but still...). I just had to find some people on the net who share my new-found passion, and apparently you all do! Sorry if this seems overly enthusiastic but it is just so BRILL!

The one thing I worry about slightly is whether or not it is safe - I find it quite difficult to judge maximum safe corner speed sometimes, although as I live in Scotland the roads are quite empty most of the time.

I look forward to your comments - I realise this is a never-ending conversation which has been discussed to death, but I just wanted to dive right in there.

PS This is my website Philip Chandler

Regan28 · Scooby Slapper Joined: 29 Jul 2006 Karma :

Where do you live in Scotland? Are you going to go for your full licence? Whatever you do, have fun and be careful, the roads are pretty slippery at the moment, with all the salt, water and trucks spilling diesel everywhere Thumbs Up

hmmmnz · Super Spammer Joined: 22 Aug 2006 Karma :

wecome aboard mate.
slippy isn't a real word. Mr. Green

but regan is right its slippery at the moment, so take it easy.
join up with the scottish sub forum they are all good guys in there Very Happy

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Ichy · World Chat Champion Joined: 15 Jul 2005 Karma :

Hi,
The more you ride the more your confidence will grow. Just don't push more than feels safe to you.
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wilbur · Traffic Copper Joined: 20 Sep 2006 Karma :

Hello mate. Crap web site (sorry). Yeah be careful we do not want you on the "offs" list. I am sure everybody will go with a group hug to welcome you. Do be careful the roads are rubbish at the moment and there is more oil to come out.

It is not a race.

extreme3d · World Chat Champion Joined: 27 Dec 2004 Karma :

Hello and welcome to the forum!!

As above, be carefull now the roads are cold, wet and greasy and in a very short while salty too!!

Regan28 · Scooby Slapper Joined: 29 Jul 2006 Karma :

What are you talking about Mr. Green

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killa · Won't Shut Up Joined: 18 Oct 2004 Karma :

Welcome to BCF!

Just remember, it’s not a race, so take it easy and build up your confidence slowly.
One thing us bikers have found is that often damp conditions are more dangerous than heavy rain, so watch that.
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colin1 · Captain Safety Joined: 17 Feb 2005 Karma :

they key is, to brake before the corner, and accelerate through it

braking during the corner is best avoided, and a bad habit that can result in losing control in slippy conditions

glad u are having fun ! Thumbs Up

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