retiredsquid
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On the road again
This past Friday I told my physical therapist that I was ready to venture out on my own. I am finally cleared to drive. Been taking little steps on the Spyder, but I feel confident that I can ride again just fine.
Doctor said to expect another year of swelling in the ankle area due to so many breaks near the ankle and the steel plate, screws and bolts. I can say I know when it is getting cold and rainy out.
I believe the only damage done to the bike that I can't buff out is the passenger right side arm rest. I'm guessing when I came off of the Spyder I must have turned it into a swiveling arm rest. The rear bolt broke free of the body molding it is attached to. I'll be getting with Gary to see if we can mend it with JB Weld or replace the panel.
I sure have missed riding these past four months and will try to make up for lost time when the weather permits. Thursday I have an appointment with Bradford Marine to replace the back tire. The danged thing wore down in the middle, but outside of the middle the tire looks almost new. 11,000 miles and I guess that will be time for rear tire replacements. The two front tires look great, though.
Thanks to everyone that have sent notes. They were surely appreciated. Chuck, thank you for your kind notes and updates.
Warm Regards to all,
Rich
This past Friday I told my physical therapist that I was ready to venture out on my own. I am finally cleared to drive. Been taking little steps on the Spyder, but I feel confident that I can ride again just fine.
Doctor said to expect another year of swelling in the ankle area due to so many breaks near the ankle and the steel plate, screws and bolts. I can say I know when it is getting cold and rainy out.
I believe the only damage done to the bike that I can't buff out is the passenger right side arm rest. I'm guessing when I came off of the Spyder I must have turned it into a swiveling arm rest. The rear bolt broke free of the body molding it is attached to. I'll be getting with Gary to see if we can mend it with JB Weld or replace the panel.
I sure have missed riding these past four months and will try to make up for lost time when the weather permits. Thursday I have an appointment with Bradford Marine to replace the back tire. The danged thing wore down in the middle, but outside of the middle the tire looks almost new. 11,000 miles and I guess that will be time for rear tire replacements. The two front tires look great, though.
Thanks to everyone that have sent notes. They were surely appreciated. Chuck, thank you for your kind notes and updates.
Warm Regards to all,
Rich
