Cortech Latigo Back Protector - Size M/L 

Also, sent you a PM on a suit related question for a friend.  Can include both items in same PM.  

All signed up for Monday 7-2... Anyone have a garage yet?

22 minutes ago, redkow97 said:

I love 'big' bikes and track days and racing.

With that said, it is less expensive and lower-risk to just go buy a race-prepped XR100 and kart-track race.  the small bike teaches you most of the same skills, crashes for pennies, uses 1 set of $200 tires a year, and is less likely to land you in the hospital.

I understand that people like to ride what they own, but take a hard look at mini racing before booking 6 or 10 more track days.  Unless you've got a lot of money to spend, it can burn you out quickly.

I couldn't be happier to have started OMRL racing.  It's so incredibly fun and far cheaper in comparison... even if you don't want to race, you can do OMRL practice for literally $20.00 for the entire day as much as you'd like cause there's no sessions like at the bigger tracks.   Another benefit is most the track events are on the weekends so you aren't blowing vacation days to do it. 

I will still mix in a few big track days a year, but I can't explain how much fun I have on the small bikes and I enjoy keeping a lot more coin in the account for a rainy day.   

On 6/6/2018 at 10:43 AM, RidersDiscount said:

Only have the gloves left in black or red right now, but a new shipment should be in customs shortly.

Helmutt got you squared away on sizing and a 48/58 should give  you room for chest and back protector.  The 46/56 will probably be too snug to be considered comfortable.

 

Okay, if you don''t have yellow in, can you PM me price for the black ones. Also include a separate price for a 48/58 RST Leather Suit

2 minutes ago, TwiztedRabbit said:

it's a catch 22 we all want to win... and we will all at some point do something  not as intelligent to do so... I would be more worried at first about the dude you passed on the left as you then went wide and off track..  he needed to stop too and you could have collected him as well. 

of course it is always easy to arm chair it afterwards

Ahhh... you're right, those are the things I need to process quicker and with experience will come more naturally.  

1 minute ago, TwiztedRabbit said:

this may sounds a bit contradictory at times but I think its kinda subjective... on one hand racing is racing and i'll do whatever I can to win i'll hold that gas a moment longer or wait to brake a hair later....  though I still do it knowing that barring any outside conditions i'll stay on track. have I ridden of track I certainly have I push my limits and have gone off the surface .. but honestly maybe 2 times a year... I will NEVER purposefully   hold on to the gas or wait on the brakes so long that I know i'll wreck or go off track... if I go off track that means I was NOT in control and I wrecked... meaning even if I do not go down.. and I roll through and back on track. I have still failed and I "wrecked" this is unacceptable to me personally. As I  told another buddy about club racing at our age (young assed impetuous 35) I am not competitive or young enough and chasing points isn't ever going to get me a ride that pays, so I do it for the fun, the camaraderie and the  thrill I get from rolling next to another sharing the same. 

maybe that was a load of drivel but maybe it helps

Not at all. It's exactly what I'm looking for... And to be clear, I had no intentions of holding it WOT knowing I wouldn't be able to make the corner... I figured I'd still get it stopped and turned, even if I was wide because the brake marker in the dry was well after the finish line.  Part of the draft, wet conditions definitely pulled me way deeper than I wanted and that's when I knew I wasn't going to safely get it turned without risking slamming into the guys already in the air fence.  With that being said, I was probably stupid for pushing it because the track was super slippery and tons of crashing happened through the race at turn-1... one of the main reasons I got so far behind because we were dodging a lot of crashes. 

Competed in my first race weekend at OMRL.  Second half of the races were in the wet.  Wanted to know your thoughts on this?

Last lap of the race, I got held up by some crashes in front of me.  I start reeling this guy in.  The brake marker in the wet to make the corner was a little before the finish line and in the dry it was at the black line after the start finish line.  I figured I could run it to the line and brake and go wide entering turn-1 since it was after the lap and wouldn't matter.  Didn't notice the crash.   Realized I wasn't going to 'safely' get the bike stopped and turned without risking losing the front and slamming into the previous accident so I opted for plan B) Going straight into the air fence.  I was perfectly fine. 

So I just wanted to hear your thoughts on this.  Was I reckless knowing I'd likely have a hard time getting through turn 1 to drag the guy through the finish line? I was told that the yellow flag was going up as we were closing in on the start finish line.  

I'm just curious if others thought I was in the wrong?  No-one said anything and final standings showed me ahead by .05 seconds @jacobhawkins mentioned that was racing.  

I'm ready for some criticism on the ordeal.  Just want to hear from some other racers perspective. 

Also to be noted: 

It's included in their requirements, but make sure your Oil filter is not a wrench off filter (K&N, HiFlo, Vortex).   If it has any sort of welded nut on the end of the filter, they will not allow you to pass tech. 

Yes, I was the reason for this, well kind of... more K&N being the reason, I just happened to be the pilot when it happened.  

I will agree that the sandbags are a bit too close to the track, but his argument to me is invalid.  He's saying they never let him know of the sandbag, but it was on his 10th lap of that session. which I believe I read was an afternoon session.  

Wouldn't this mean he would have had the opportunity to notice those sandbags at a bare min. of 9 times.  If he had any sort of issue, he should have pulled off and reported it. 

I honestly can't stand when people blame others for their own mistakes.  

Welcome to the chaos!

Just now, CrazySkullCrusher said:

This info is available on the mid Ohio website. 

The website is difficult to find those details, so let's cut the guy some slack. 

Since this will be your first time on the track, you will be placed in Novice.  Mid-Ohio has a fantastic novice program and you will learn a ton.   You'll need to complete all the NOVICE requirements.  If you wish to bump to intermediate towards the end of the day (not sure of your riding capabilities), your bike will need to pass all intermediate requirements as well.  

Motorcycles: Performance Track Riding

Bike Preparation

• All bikes MUST pass technical inspection prior to being permitted on to the track. It is the sole responsibility of the rider to ensure their bike meets these requirements. If a bike fails tech inspection, it may be presented for re-inspection at any time. If a bike is involved in a crash it must be re-inspected prior to being permitted on to the track. No refunds will be made for bikes which fail to pass tech inspection or are unable to complete the day.
• All bikes must be prepared to endure high speeds on track. All parts must be fastened securely and adjusted correctly.
• All fuel, coolant, hydraulic and lubrication systems must be fluid tight (see below for additional information for Advanced and Intermediate bikes).
• Tires must be in good condition, without signs of excessive wear. Tire valves must have caps. Wheel weights must be taped.
• Brakes must be in good working order with a minimum of 1.5mm of pad remaining. Discs must not be excessively worn or loose.
• All bikes must have a functioning, well-marked engine cut-off switch on the handlebar near the right hand grip.
• Throttles must operate smoothly and be self-closing.
• Any glass or plastic lenses must be taped completely. Mirrors and turn indicators are permitted in the NOVICE GROUP ONLY. All others must be removed.
• Center stands are NOT permitted in the ADVANCED and INTERMEDIATE GROUPS and we recommend removing them for the NOVICE GROUP.
• ADVANCED and INTERMEDIATE GROUP bikes must use a non-ethylene glycol coolant. Water and/or water wetter, or propylene glycol solutions such as Evans, Engine Ice, Liquid Performance, or 7th gear, are permitted.
• ADVANCED and INTERMEDIATE GROUP bikes must have oil drain plugs, oil filler caps, and oil filters secured. We recommend safety wire, but will accept application of RTV silicone to the fitting.
• It is recommended that any filler/drain for any fluid system be secured. Fluid leaks on the track shorten everyone’s day.
• License plates must have bolts taped or be removed.
• Bikes with K&N, Hiflo, or Vortex oil filters will NOT be permitted on the track.

Rider Gear Requirements

• All riders must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.
• All riders must wear a damage-free full-face helmet with a properly fitted face shield. DOT certification is a minimum requirement; SNELL, ECE, or other enhanced certification is recommended. Modular (flip-up) helmets are permitted in NOVICE GROUP only.
• All riders must wear full-finger gauntlet style gloves.
• All riders must wear sturdy over the ankle boots.
• All riders must wear one or two-piece suits with substantial reinforcement and padding in critical areas (knees, elbows, shoulders, and back at a minimum.)
• ADVANCED and INTERMEDIATE GROUP riders must wear one or two piece leather suits designed for motorcycle use. Two-piece leathers must provide substantial attachment between jacket and pants.
• NOVICE GROUP riders must wear one or two piece leather or textile suits. It is recommended that two-piece suits provide attachment between jacket and pants.
• ADVANCED and INTERMEDIATE GROUP riders MUST wear a back protector designed for motorcycle competition in lieu of, or in addition to, the standard back padding in their suit.

RST MENS TRACTECH EVO RACE LEATHER GLOVES - Size XXL  Yellow

Also RST race Suit  I'm 6'1 220lbs - Not sure the size I'll need

Always nice to have another close option for miscellaneous things you can't wait to get shipped.  

Just now, 330racing said:

Hooligan

You should avoid riding on holiday weekends too ??

I wouldn't argue and say it's the products fault, especially when you are using a 3 generation old model.  The improvements since the smh10 to the 30K are substantial.  If you are really having a hard time keeping the mount stuck to your helmet, maybe consider something like jbweld for plastic.  It certainly won't come off then, which I suppose could be an issue if you ever decide to upgrade. 

I love my SENA.  Their customer service is horrendous, but the product is good. 

Honestly, with the way I ride, I try to avoid riding on  Holiday weekends.  Too many LEO lurking

2 hours ago, Connie14 said:

It is possible to have kids and enjoy motorcycling.  I don't ride like I used to.  While I don't blame anyone for not riding while they have little kids, it is possible to have both.  I couldn't make it to the Epic Ride, because of a promise to my kids.

Are those ALL your kids??  I think Tim should teach you a thing or two about pulling out.  You've got your hands full! lol

1 hour ago, CrazySkullCrusher said:

I stand periodically both to reset my knees and to swing my junk around into a more comfortable position if I find myself half sitting on my yam bag. My knees crack and pop a lot and shitty knees and hips run in my family so I know eventually there will be some metal in there someplace. My neck rarely bothers me, my hands cramp on my sometimes and carpal tunnel doesn't help much. Have impinged nerves and bone spurs in my shoulders  but lately that hasn't been an issue. I'll try and make it part of my pre-ride to pop some ibu and stretch more before rides and at stops. I'm free tomorrow for the epic ride but honestly I'm just not physically ready for 2 hours slab south, a few hours riding and another slab back north. Trying my damndest to ride at least an hour daily to get my body back into the groove. We shall see. 

I'm not old, but any sort of slab longer than 30 minutes, makes my ass completely numb and I wanna shoot myself.  

Just get into the twisties.  The constant back and forth prevents you from being sore from stagnant body parts.  Even at 32, I always take ibuprofen before long all day rides to help.   

As for the Epic Ride... Join my ride down to the meetup.  We won't be slabbing and it'll be tons of fun and you won't even realize how far south you are before you know it.  

5 minutes ago, Blitz said:

You do remember last weekend, when they called for 90% chance of rain both Saturday and Sunday and it was dry as a bone? You can't make rain out decisions more than 12 hours in advance, this time of year. You have to base it off of the existing radar.

Just my 2 cents. 

Normally I would agree... and if it was just rain, I'd consider it.  I've been watching it for the last week... It's only gotten worse on Saturday as the week went on and it's listing Thunderstorms all day.  

If you disagree with my decision to cancel, feel free to hop on your bike and go for a ride... But I'm not going to host an event and ask people to show with the risk of thunderstorms and rain the entire day.  Sunday was equally as bad as Saturday for most of the week, but as we approached today, it's gotten much better on Sunday which is why I postponed it to that day.  

Postponed to Sunday, May 20, 2018 due to weather.  Hope the Western guys can still attend!  See you guys Sunday!

Postponed to Sunday, May 20, 2018 due to weather.  Hope most can still attend!  See you guys Sunday!

Postponed to Sunday, May 20, 2018 due to weather.  Hope the hate parade can still attend!  See you guys Sunday!

This event, ONCE AGAIN, is being moved to Sunday  May 20, 2018 due to Weather.  Hopefully we can all adjust and see you guys Sunday!

On 5/16/2018 at 12:41 PM, Tonik said:

 

Looks like all of the negative reviews stem from the one guy that had a bad time. Rest are just parroting and piling on with an internet mob mentality. Hope these people deserve it, because the internet is putting them right the fuck out of business.

I don't care what the reasons are... if you own a business and can't maintain a professional attitude, you deserve everything that comes from it.  I hope they go out of business, that's no way to treat anyone, especially paying customers.