First Time Dummy

janeika1 · 07-29-2008

For the first time this morning, I wanted to see what it would be like to ride in heels. Mind you, they are not the stiletto heel, but enough that I should've known better. I bought me a scuff guard from a company out of SC (while at Biker Boyz Weekend) and it has a grip on the bottom (great product), so I figured I'd be okay. I have gotten so used to using my feet to help the bike stop (unlike what I was taught) because I trust my feet more than the brakes on a bike, plus I have this fear of laying my bike down! Anywho, I will never ride in heels 3 in high again unless they are a riding boot. I did pretty well, but my comfort level was not where it should've been. I remember the #1 rule of ankle support, but my mind said I was cute enough to ride with heels. Dumbme!!!!

Jake '53 · 07-29-2008

Yeah, I never ride in anything over 2" myself.

Wicked96SS · 07-29-2008

You know, that would have been a first for me! I have never seen anybody ride in heels!!

janeika1 · 07-29-2008

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AweSix · 07-29-2008

I often ride in heels. It creeps my wife out, and my buddies pretend like they don't know me; but I feel free inside........

Wicked96SS · 07-29-2008

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Originally Posted by AweSix

I often ride in heels. It creeps my wife out, and my buddies pretend like they don't know me; but I feel free inside........

Sometimes, you just want to feel pretty...

janeika1 · 07-29-2008

AWe6, you are funny! Literally! LOL!!!
I did feel pretty this morning, but it will be a long time b4 I do it again! There is no rubber sole on the heel, so that took my comfort level, but at least my scuff protector had the sole and a good rubber one at that!

CTRider · 07-30-2008

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Originally Posted by janeika1

I have gotten so used to using my feet to help the bike stop (unlike what I was taught) because I trust my feet more than the brakes on a bike, plus I have this fear of laying my bike down!

No matter what kind of footwear you have on, you need to stop doing that. It's very, very, very dangerous. If you don't trust your brakes, stop riding the bike until you get them fixed. Seriously.

Dragging your feet is the quickest way to end up with a broken ankle. Put 'em down at the last second as you come to a stop and pick them up as soon as the bike begins rolling. It's not optional.

Wicked96SS · 07-30-2008

I read somewhere that the most common motorcycle related injury was ankle injuries... so, I agree... gotta use them brakes, that's why they are there!!

Saleenguy · 07-30-2008

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Originally Posted by Jake '53

Yeah, I never ride in anything over 2" myself.

I can do a little more than that, but about 3 inches is the max for me to.

CTRider · 07-30-2008

I'd wear my "KISS" boots, but I can't get the 4" sole under the shifter...

Saleenguy · 07-31-2008

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Originally Posted by CTRider

I'd wear my "KISS" boots, but I can't get the 4" sole under the shifter...

Call Gene, and ask him for tips.

cjp91068 · 07-31-2008

You people are starting to scare me.

Godsdarling · 07-31-2008

I've done it because I didn't have a choice at the time. The morning was okay but driving home, your feet are on fire. The heat from the bike and the pavement hurt. It hurts! Those that ride in flip flops, I am pretty sure, are only going a couple of miles.

angel2cdwings · 07-31-2008

Me...Heels, evening dress with gloves (Iwear pantyhose to protect my legs) and a mink stole. I also have to touch up my makeup along the way.....

NOT!!!!

Ronin47 · 07-31-2008

I can feel the heat of the engine through my boots, and they're pretty thick leather. Those people who wear flip-flops while riding must have ankles made of asbestos...

janeika1 · 07-31-2008

You will be happy to know that I made it home safely in the heels the other day and yes, I did feel the heat on my foot because the shoe was open where my arch is. I WON'T BE DOING IT AGAIN! Godsdarling had the best advice, leave a pair at the office. Thanks Darling!

CruisinPiper · 08-01-2008

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Originally Posted by CTRider

I'd wear my "KISS" boots, but I can't get the 4" sole under the shifter...

Why do you think I love my heel/toe shifter so much?!?!?!?

07-29-2008	#1 (permalink)
janeika1 Lady J BTK Beginner Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Garland, TX Posts: 105	First Time Dummy For the first time this morning, I wanted to see what it would be like to ride in heels. Mind you, they are not the stiletto heel, but enough that I should've known better. I bought me a scuff guard from a company out of SC (while at Biker Boyz Weekend) and it has a grip on the bottom (great product), so I figured I'd be okay. I have gotten so used to using my feet to help the bike stop (unlike what I was taught) because I trust my feet more than the brakes on a bike, plus I have this fear of laying my bike down! Anywho, I will never ride in heels 3 in high again unless they are a riding boot. I did pretty well, but my comfort level was not where it should've been. I remember the #1 rule of ankle support, but my mind said I was cute enough to ride with heels. Dumbme!!!! __________________ Raggedy Car Drivers Make the Road Unsafe! 1986 Vulcan 750 CLASSIC

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Jake '53 Forum Supporter Forum Supporter Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Albuquerque Posts: 2,426	Yeah, I never ride in anything over 2" myself. __________________ "Certainty of death. Small chance of success. What are we waiting for?" - Gimli

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Wicked96SS Forum Supporter Forum Supporter Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,076	You know, that would have been a first for me! I have never seen anybody ride in heels!! __________________ Wicked96SS 2003 Vulcan 1600 Classic Hail to the REDSKINS

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janeika1 Lady J BTK Beginner Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Garland, TX Posts: 105	Player detection in Browser... HEEL __________________ Raggedy Car Drivers Make the Road Unsafe! 1986 Vulcan 750 CLASSIC

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AweSix Foil Inspector BTK Beginner Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 112	I often ride in heels. It creeps my wife out, and my buddies pretend like they don't know me; but I feel free inside........ __________________ When you're chewing life's gristle, don't grumble, give a whistle and this'll help things turn out for the best.

07-29-2008	#7 (permalink)
janeika1 Lady J BTK Beginner Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Garland, TX Posts: 105	AWe6, you are funny! Literally! LOL!!! I did feel pretty this morning, but it will be a long time b4 I do it again! There is no rubber sole on the heel, so that took my comfort level, but at least my scuff protector had the sole and a good rubber one at that! __________________ Raggedy Car Drivers Make the Road Unsafe! 1986 Vulcan 750 CLASSIC

07-30-2008	#9 (permalink)
Wicked96SS Forum Supporter Forum Supporter Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,076	I read somewhere that the most common motorcycle related injury was ankle injuries... so, I agree... gotta use them brakes, that's why they are there!! __________________ Wicked96SS 2003 Vulcan 1600 Classic Hail to the REDSKINS

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CTRider TV Guru BTK Expert Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Connecticut Posts: 8,352	I'd wear my "KISS" boots, but I can't get the 4" sole under the shifter... __________________ 1983 Honda CB550 About Me Answers to your Gadget Questions Gadget Forum

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cjp91068 Wants better weather! BTK Expert Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Boston area Posts: 810	You people are starting to scare me. __________________ Chris former 2008 Ninja 250R owner :-( If I give you a cookie, will you go away?

07-31-2008	#14 (permalink)
Godsdarling Smile & Wave BTK Intermediate Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ramona, CA Posts: 136	I've done it because I didn't have a choice at the time. The morning was okay but driving home, your feet are on fire. The heat from the bike and the pavement hurt. It hurts! Those that ride in flip flops, I am pretty sure, are only going a couple of miles. __________________ 'Life isn't about how to survive the storm, But how to dance in the rain.' And Psalm 46:1

07-31-2008	#15 (permalink)
angel2cdwings Forum Supporter Forum Supporter Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Roswell, Georgia Posts: 122	Me...Heels, evening dress with gloves (Iwear pantyhose to protect my legs) and a mink stole. I also have to touch up my makeup along the way..... NOT!!!! __________________ With only one life to live, live it to the fullest...with NO regrets! 2004 Vulcan 500 LTD

07-31-2008	#16 (permalink)
Ronin47 Sun Baked Commuter BTK Intermediate Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Queen Creek, AZ Posts: 156	I can feel the heat of the engine through my boots, and they're pretty thick leather. Those people who wear flip-flops while riding must have ankles made of asbestos... __________________ 2008 Ninja EX650R 1996 Ninja EX500 (RIP) Go Green on 2 Wheels!

07-31-2008	#17 (permalink)
janeika1 Lady J BTK Beginner Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Garland, TX Posts: 105	You will be happy to know that I made it home safely in the heels the other day and yes, I did feel the heat on my foot because the shoe was open where my arch is. I WON'T BE DOING IT AGAIN! Godsdarling had the best advice, leave a pair at the office. Thanks Darling! __________________ Raggedy Car Drivers Make the Road Unsafe! 1986 Vulcan 750 CLASSIC

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