Comments on: Riding in the Shimmering Heat

By: Scooter in the Sticks

Scooter in the Sticks — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:52:43 +0000

AC at 84?? Wow. I think ours is set at 66. Probably why if feels so dramatic when I step outside.

By: Scooter in the Sticks

Scooter in the Sticks — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:51:52 +0000

I’ve definitely gotten more attuned to weather. I used to ride in practically anything. Now my heat index and rain index have tightened. Was watching a downpour a couple days ago and thought, “I used to ride in that kind of rain.” Not sure I would now.

By: Scooter in the Sticks

Scooter in the Sticks — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:50:18 +0000

In reply to Terry Bell.

As long as I’m moving I can deal with the heat. The most I’ll shed is jeans instead of riding pants. Less than that makes me feel uncomfortable. Paul and I rode a couple days ago on our scooters and he had short pants, t-shirt, no gloves, and tennis shoes. All I can picture is flesh on pavement…

By: Don Etheredge

Don Etheredge — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:58:18 +0000

90°, At that temp.here in Texas my grandson would say Pops can take one of his coats off.My ac inside is set at 84.Keep riding all b safe regardless what the thermometer is saying

By: Andy Heckathorne

Andy Heckathorne — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:24:25 +0000

In reply to Scooter in the Sticks.

Me too. Paul definitely has it! 😀

By: Fred Smith

Fred Smith — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:17:20 +0000

I don’t recall that heat (or cold) has ever kept me from riding. I’ve motorcycled through 37 states so far, and sooner or later I’ll visit the rest. Except not Alaska. No offense, but my brother rode his Ducati all the way up the Alcan Highway, and he made it there, and back. He told me about his trip, so I believe that is one ride I will never take. Otherwise, I generally don’t care what the weather is doing. I wanna ride – and I will!

By: Terry Bell

Terry Bell — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:08:06 +0000

Hat’s off Steve.

When I encounter these kind of temperatures , it’s helmet, gloves , boots , and everything just short of nudity.

Yes … I know… dress for the accident … not the ride. That’s smart , but sometimes you’ve just got to go to Vegas.

By: Scooter in the Sticks

Scooter in the Sticks — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:56:30 +0000

In reply to Andy Heckathorne.

Hah! Now that’s the kind of energy level I need. I think Paul has it!!

By: Scooter in the Sticks

Scooter in the Sticks — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:49:37 +0000

In reply to Frank Armstrong.

I was just thinking of you Frank. Weird to see your name appear. You are someone that defines passion, determination, and pure work. I try and follow on the path you’re on.

Hope all is well with you and Ellen.

By: Scooter in the Sticks

Scooter in the Sticks — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:47:47 +0000

In reply to Douglas Cooper.

Yes sir. When it is freezing outside they are the perfect medicine.