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I'm 23 going on 24 and the only true passion I've come across (hunting is close) is riding.
Within the past 3 years I've had multiple injuries due to racing and more recently I've had a daughter and started my family and career with a well paying job within the last year, along with selling my bike.
Personally how do you draw the line between having fun, enjoying what gives you the thrill and owning the required responsiblity that comes with life when you can't be out of work, etc?
I'm 23 going on 24 and the only true passion I've come across (hunting is close) is riding.
Within the past 3 years I've had multiple injuries due to racing and more recently I've had a daughter and started my family and career with a well paying job within the last year, along with selling my bike.
Personally how do you draw the line between having fun, enjoying what gives you the thrill and owning the required responsiblity that comes with life when you can't be out of work, etc?
I was 22 when my wife and I had our first child. The only thing that really changed in my riding is that I don’t take unnecessary risks anymore. So what if I don’t jump that uphill triple or that 80+ foot double? Who cares? My wife and now both kids would rather have their husband/dad not jump those things and be around to play with them and have fun vs watching their dad laying in a hospital bed because something went wrong trying those jumps or trying to go faster than I should be.
I’m content with my speed and riding right now. As a father and husband, you need to let go of any little bit of ego that says you have to go to that jump or go out there and go faster than anyone else. Your kids and wife won’t remember how fast you went that one time, but they will remember all the things you were able to do with them. Remember that.
Go ride and just have fun, just be smart about it! Then as the kids get older, pass it on to them and do family trips together.
I own my own business and have no employees, have a wife and 2 kids. I can't give up moto. Find your limit and stick to it, and get good injury insurance
The Shop
I have quite a strange on/off relationship with moto, I've loved it since I was 12 but have had many hiatus's, rode BMX heavily for 10 years, lots of other forms of bikes but moto always has a special place as it really speaks to my inner child. My parents didnt really support me riding as a kid, so to ride now feels like living me 12 year old dream.
Having our kid (called Travis, haha) has made me want to ride MORE. I know I'll have to manage my time but my girlfriend is already telling me to just go bloody ride cause she's sick of hearing me talk about it.
We're actually overseas at the moment having the baby, but when I get back really want to ride as much as I can. Think we need to be responsible obviously, but you need to do what you love to be a better person (and thus a better parent).
Think something bad happens in us when we compromise ourselves too much.
That being said you need to find a balance of speed and safety. In my experience the only time i crash hard is from riding over my head or simply making a dumb decision.
You can still ride, but do it to enjoy & have fun..
I came back to the sport after taking a long time off. I thought I couldn't be injured, ride within my means back it down when I'm too tired. Landed on a downed rider's bike flagger wasnt paying attention. Broke my heal in into 4 and broke my scaphoid.
Point being moto is inherently dangerous as careful as you try to be you'll still be playing with fire.
You have 2 human beings that rely, depend on you to lead, provide and protect.
It's not about u anymore.
Back it down to the “90%/Fun” setting.
Pit Row
Get a 125 or 250f - forces you to check yourself on some jumps - if you can't hit it on a 250f maybe your skill isn't there.
Ride reputable tracks - well maintained - well built jumps most important
Like others have mentioned - check your ego - my biggest crashes over the past few years have been me riding above my head.
Get a good crew to ride with - guys that have the same mindset and goals as you.
Race "Vet Races" - we're both pretty young to be considered "vets" - but we have a vet mentality. - Nobody is going to race you dirty at a vet race - Red Bud Vet Fest is an excellent event.
Be honest with your ability and responsible with your ability. I'll be all over again this season - if you see me out come say whats up - 105 on a YZ125.
Modern 250f is a weapon. Blue, Orange or White. Pick your flavor and go.
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