A Little Change Up

 

I blog about places we visit and trips we take.  Nothing too out of the norm or exciting, just a visit to another state or even another county.  That is all well and good, but not too exciting or adventurous.  Let me tell you that sometimes a change is in order to get the blood moving and the heart pumping with a little more enthusiasm.  The plan of action--rent a two up four wheeler and ride the endless trails in Island Park.

 
The rental agreement said no wheelies or jumps--so disappointing.  I understand there are those riders who abuse the equipment and bring them back in not a pristine condition.  Not being ones to ignore rules we opt to skip the wild stuff and just ride sanely down the trails.  Fun is possible without speed, careening down the hills and bouncing over boulders  Age may dictate that conclusion as well as the accumulation of common sense.  It was enough to cruse along taking the bumps and dips at a sensible speed. The summer heat had not touched the wild flowers and they still bloomed cheerily spreading color among the green foliage and pines.

This little change up experiment may or may not have been a good idea.  As with so many experiences,  things move from one to another and mushroom along the way. Needless to say the four wheeler day trip touched a spark and the thought of owner ship began to grow.  Too much fun!  After a few days of exploration and looking at our options a decision was made.  Anyone who know us will understand how incredibly difficult it was  to arrive at a decision.  In the end only one half  took the plunge.

 I am now the proud owner of a 110 Yamaha trail bike.  It was love at first sight.  Nolan hasn't fallen in love yet.  I just jumped harder and faster.  Perhaps this love affair is coming a little late in life, but   age never goes backward and I feel the best action is to run as fast as you can never stopping until you can run no longer.  At that point it is okay to sit down and put your fit up.  Until then go forward and never look back.  Find that wild side and take a ride.

There is always the option of personal creation when it comes to taking that wild ride.  If it doesn't fit your needs--adapt the equipment.      

 Anyone can find and old chair back.  Such resourcefulness--I am always impressed at man's ability to adapt and his creative expression.