Hair by Helmet

I went to my first "Bike Week" in Myrtle Beach with Eddie last weekend. And had such a good time. :)

His observation was different from mine. I was just taken back by some of the outfits, insane motorcycles, and seeing the camaraderie of bikers was cool. Eddie's perspective was how small bike week has become since the implementation of Myrtle Beach's laws, that are stricter than the state laws. Not sure how a local municipality can enforce such laws but whatever. We avoided the city limits to stay "legal".

Some of my "lessons" learned...
* Bugs. Accept that you will have them on you. Remember, you are a human windshield
* Male bikers are like babies.. when the first biker "juices" it and makes the big vroom with his bike, they all do it. Kinda like babies... one cries and they all start.
* Women seem to think they are all hot stuff when they sit on the back of a motorcycle.
* Cigarette packs are not meant to be worn in your jean shorts waist. However some seem to think this is okay
* There is an unwritten rule that women bikers must have tramp stamps and other various tattoos. I am not going to participate in this "tradition"
* Different bikes get different "looks" from vehicles driving by. If you have a custom bike, Harley, or are riding a weird looking bike, such as the Sypder, you will turn more heads than any other.
* I really think some men are over compensating for other things when they ride shirtless, unless they have a beer belly and are shirtless, then I am at a loss.
* Mullets are no longer in style...
* Jorts for some reason are "in" in some areas of the world
* Helmet hair is just a statement, and thank goodness for ponytails
* Now I understand why people wear "do rags" under their helmet
* It is possible for 2 people to pack for a weekend in a small duffel bag
* Bikers aren't the ones causing trouble in traffic, cars are! Every cop we saw over 3 days had a CAR pulled over. Not a bike!!!
* A long time on a motorcycle seat can get uncomfortable!
* Foot boards are more comfortable than pegs on your feet!
* Sissy bars rule (that is the backrest for the "passenger")
* Loud pipes may be annoying to some, but remember, when you are in a car and hear obnoxious pipes, it means you know there is a motorcycle near you. You are more likely to look for him and maybe give him a dirty look for being so loud. That's fine by me! It means you won't run us over.

I may not ever take the next step and get my motorcycle license and ride on my own, but who knows!!! I really enjoy riding with Eddie. I can see and appreciate his being one with the surroundings. You may not have a radio going, but that is okay. It gives you a chance to work through a lot of things in your mind while watching the trees and fields pass you by. Oh and you get a tan while riding! :)

Paalom!!
Lots of hugs, smiles, and sunshine!