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!

