zemus, thanks for the controlled response. it's obvious i'm also passionate when i address
our responsibilty to the movement. lemme make sure i read everything, lil quotes will help.
As far as safety is concerned. My bikes have been inspected by NHRA inspectors at Lewistown Raceway in Montana. Each bike that was being rode last night had at least two head lights that produced more light then most motorcycles. I had three taillights... two of which where on full time, and one that strobed. Zip had two tailights, a brake light, and left/right turn signals. The third rider had two taillights. We all had mirrors. We all had speedometers. For you to imply that I would try this on anything other then safe is kind of insulting. You should not assume anything offensive especially when you dont know of specifics which you speak sir.
this is easily addressed, my friend...SAFETY FIRST! (pun intended) in other words include your own safety specs/explaination/disclaimer before someone calls you on it. you're a leader & every word you type (or don't type) matters.
"keep in mind that my bicycle is built to withstand the high speeds i'm discussing, please don't do this at home, kids."
the entire remaining body of your message is cool by me...the "cuttin' in & out" remark was about someone else's post, but what a perfect way to illustrate how quickly we can be misunderstood and grouped together...again, (imo) all that info about safe riding should have responsibly been included in your 1st-post, because all the new reader/rider sees is
44mph and how exciting is that?!? woohoo! gonna get me one of dem!!!...you see my point?
my personal style is to pimp minimum mechanical and safety standards, and we all know the best way to do that is by organized racing. having met you personally, i know for a fact that you're a trooper, & a major gearhead...i'm just trying to reign you in a bit and offer you a venue to vent your "frustrations"...lemme read some more...
there is one minor thing:
Dimension Edge has been in Billings Montana for 22 years. We have shown this city that we are very courteous and non-obtrusive to city traffic.
let's be honest...we saw a different attitude when y'all visited our town, and that's all i have to go on...now this...so
this is not about being ugly, it's about growing up & calling it like it is...we need to get together and standardize...i think you're genuine, and i respect your freedoms, but if you want to be instrumental in the growth and preservation of the movement, you're going to have to be willing to proactively compromise.
this is an important discussion, i'm willing to see it thru