[JoeT]

I've been riding since 1990 and have put over a couple hundred thousand miles on 2 wheels. As I age, I'm 41, my fears have changed. I still love to ride, but the last few years, I'm always thinking of getting hit. Not because I'm afraid to die, but I'm afraid to live on a ventilator and having my kids (2 girls aged 6 and 7) remember their dad's life being one of pain. I've seen 2 friends die on bikes, and a few more spend months in a hospital.

I don't ride like I use to, both in mileage and speed. 6 years ago, there were 4 bikes in the garage. I'm now down to 1, and that's for sale (anyone interested in a Confederate Hellcat? I'll give you a great deal).