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post New Club Members Ride

April 13th, 2009

Filed under: Events, News, Safety Tips — gregmathes @ 5:44 pm
New Club Ride

We are starting a new ride event which will be offered periodically throughout the year.  Club Director Adrian Goldfarb will be leading a series of rides aimed at getting new riders or people who are on our mailing list but have never ridden with the club before acquainted with GCRC.  These rides will tend to be more local and are suitable for smaller bikes.  This is a great way to get introduced to group riding and get to meet other new riders.

The first ride is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, 2009.  We will meet at the Coral Creek Shopping Center which is located at the intersection of 441/SR7 and Johnson Road at 9:15am (there is a Publix, Bank of America and gas station for those last minute requirements!).  After a short briefing and introduction/review of the group riding rules, we will depart at 9:30am for about an hour ride up to Dune’s Deck Cafe, located on A1A in Lantana. There is plenty of parking but bring $2 of quarters with you for the meters.  After a stop for Brunch we will return back to Coral Creek no later than 1PM.

You do not have to be a club member to ride but this ride has the following requirements:

 

  1. Although anyone is welcome, this ride is aimed at new riders and/or smaller bikes.
  2. You will be required to wear a helmet.   
  3. Your bike must be  capable of speeds up to 55MPH.
  4. You must have current M/C license and we prefer that you have taken the Basic Rider Course.
  5. You will be asked to sign a waiver absolving the Club and its officers of liability.


If you are interested, or know someone else who would like to participate, please send a short email to Adrian (goldfara@me.com) indicating that you may join us.  I will be assisting and look forward to seeing you there.

post Proper Helmet Sizing

December 3rd, 2008

Filed under: General Info, Safety Tips — gregmathes @ 11:37 pm
Members,
 
The link below was sent to me and after viewing it, I realized it needed to be forwarded.  It is a 10 minute video with Jay Leno discussing proper helmet sizing with Arai’s Bruce Porter.
 
I can attest to what they state.  Several years ago I was wearing a XXL helmet and always felt it sliding back on my head.  On top of that, I always felt the top of my head starting to itch after prolonged riding.  Luckily a couple years ago while visiting Honda Hoot, I purchased a new Arai Helmet and had it properly sized.  What a difference it made.
 
I am not sure if Rick Case Powershouse can size an Arai Helmet for you, but if you visit Bike Week, an Arai representative is normally there.  Yes, Arai Helmets cost a little more then your average helmet, but can you really put a price on safety and comfort? 
 
Remember, helmets are required during club rides.
 
Ride Safe,
 
Greg Mathes
Gold Coast Rider’s Club 
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