MochaMike
All Whee Drive!
Taken from a post I made years ago at the place with the P in the name.
I thought it would be good to share this for those who are just getting into wheeling, and want to learn a bit.
Common Sense & Courtesy goes a long way.
As a Scout Owner, I've always tried not to be "That Guy"... But let's face it, sometimes sh*t happens.
A broken rig/owner should make every effort to:
If that's the case, try to help diffuse the situation. Pull them aside for a 5-10 minutes and distract them a bit.... Maybe with a cold beverage.
Some other common sense guidelines:
I thought it would be good to share this for those who are just getting into wheeling, and want to learn a bit.
Common Sense & Courtesy goes a long way.
As a Scout Owner, I've always tried not to be "That Guy"... But let's face it, sometimes sh*t happens.
A broken rig/owner should make every effort to:
- Move off the side of the trail ASAP
- Ask for help moving said rig off the trail
- if you are fixing it where it sits (blocking trail) get it done within 15 minutes
- If fixing/moving takes longer than 15 minutes.. Give a cold beverage to those waiting (extras to those who help).
- Don't be a "D*ck".
- Be Patient (for at least 15 minutes)
- Offer assistance to help speed things along
- If you decide to attempt passing their rig, communicate with the other guy
- Don't be the first guy to be a "D*ck" (remember, some guys freak out when shit breaks)
If that's the case, try to help diffuse the situation. Pull them aside for a 5-10 minutes and distract them a bit.... Maybe with a cold beverage.
Some other common sense guidelines:
- Avoid going Alone
- If you are new, try to go with people with some good experience (not several other newbies).
- Go Prepared! Do i need to make a list? Food, Water, Tools, Clothing, etc.
- Leave No Trace! Pack it In, Pack it Out (or more!)
- Be Courteous to others (especially late at night, if you see a tent near the trail, try to be chill with music and RPMs)
- Safety FIrst! (Always, I mean Always wear a seat belt. 98% of injuries could have been prevented with belts)