Last September/October, I managed to have a wee accident in the garden and broke my ankle. No, it didn't involve alcohol or bikes!! I spent 6 weeks on crutches and about 5 weeks in plaster.  Worse still, a week before the accident I'd just picked up my new bike!  I don't know which hurt the most, the broken ankle, or a new bike I couldn't ride.  I was so tempted to try, but my 'bikie' neighbour happens to be a nurse, and she threatened me if I got on the bike :^)

Anyhoo, the new bike is a 2007 Triumph Tiger with under 6000km's (now 7000+) on the clock.  I always fancied the Tiger, but was always concerned I may have been a little on the short side.  One ride later (shouldn't have stopped at the bike shop!!) and I was hooked.  I loved the Sprint, but the Tiger (for me) was even better. For the type of riding I do, it's a bit more practical too.

While on the subject of Triumph, I picked up the Triumph Sympatex Speed jacket and Camo pants a few months ago, and can't recommend them enough.  They are well made, and a fantastic fit, and so far... waterproof!! I can't go past bike gear without mentioning Draggin Jeans too.  I virtually live in my Draggin's (the boy scout motto lives on.... be prepared!!) and I recently bought a pair of their new Slyx to add to my collection.  Very nice!!

Ride safe fellow bikers!