Bikers are back in NEO!

As the snow recedes the bikes appear.

We're back. It's bonus riding time in March!! On a quick round trip between Chardon and Mentor yesterday I saw nine bikes! On March 11^th in Northeast Ohio!! Most were riding double. Most had on helmets, too. It sure is good to hear pipes rumbling so early in the year.

Studies show that if a person knows a biker they are more aware of motorcyclists on the road. They are also more courteous and provide safer distances for bikes. In that light I'm letting everyone I know that I ride. If all riders announced they spend time on two wheels to all their relatives, friends, co-workers and acquaintances (their neighbors already know J) wouldn't that mean just about everyone in the world would know a rider? I'm thinking that "7 people away from knowing everybody" theory works in our favor.

As we head out - whether yesterday or in a few weeks - let's be careful to watch for those certain car drivers on curves that want some of our lane, too. Beware of those who turn into or across our lane WAY too close And let's get the word out via social websites, email, water cooler conversations and blogs that the bikers are back and we are them. Watch out.

For a catchy way to share biker awareness with others go to this THINK BIKER video. It's from the THINK! Campaign produced by the U.K's Department of Transport. Love it! You can also find THINK BIKER on Facebook.

Let's spread the word – cause we're ridin' on a road near you.