I know there are a lot of Business Bikers out there, most of whom fall into the weekend category.  And where that few hours here and there helps to clear the head and re-center us, a long ride is oh so different and magical. 

This week, two buddies and I rode into New Orleans to attend their inaugural Bike Week.  Kickstands up at 6:00 a.m. we hit the road for what would end up being eleven hours in the saddle covering 675 miles.  Yes, that much time in the saddle covering that many miles is grueling but entrepreneurs love to test our limits.  And there is no better way I can think of to test your endurance than having the wind in your face for an entire day. 

The bright blue sky along with the sights and smells take precedence over everything else and places you totally in the moment as every inch of cobweb and concern goes away.  Your mind begins to run free and you fall into a nice symmetry and flow with the traffic around you.  Truckers honk and kids wave as you pass them because the smile on your face tells them you’d rather be no place other than on this road at this time.

If you’ve not done it, do it.  Get with a buddy or two and plan an interesting 3-400 mile ride from where you are. Pack enough clothing so you can stay at least two days because you need to explore the countryside before returning.  In doing this you’ll discover what it’s like to totally Zen out on a bike and you never know what you’ll see…for the first time. 

And that’s a very good thing.

Dwain

The Biker Guy

As always – This is just my opinion, I could be wrong.  So, if you disagree or simply want to pile on, please do so either here on the BLOG or email me directly at Navigator@BikersGuidetoBusiness.Com  I look forward to hearing from you.

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