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Posted by Fancy
- May 10, 2012, 15:57:51 PMVery true Chief and all in the party were told previous to this particular day but no one had an issue until we got together with the group. It reminded me of a high school and you become more brave when a gaggle of people are around to watch you be brave.
I was offended because of the attack with words not even coming out and speaking to me about it like an adult that was my issue, because everyone has there opinion and I would have rode in the back if it was discussed in an adult form. Just to make sure I am respectful of them and there comfort.
Posted by Troll
- May 10, 2012, 15:45:18 PMMy idea of the ideal size of group is 1 bike...second choice is 2...
Posted by chief
- May 10, 2012, 14:43:12 PMWell... a couple of things... Touring with a group means you have to deal with an assortment of issues. You can't always do as you please.
I almost never tour with other people. When I do we discuss "rules" first.We've traveled with people who carried kids and dogs and its usually a pain and more difficult than it needs to be. We can't stay at this place because "no dogs", can't go there because "no kids", gotta stop so the dog/kids can use the restroom, crying/barking/whining. Oh no, the dog ran off! Stay away, I have allergies!
You should never just show up with either in tow... its disrespectful at best.
BUT, as long as everyone knows up front and agrees, they have no room to complain.
Posted by Fancy
- May 10, 2012, 10:35:45 AMSo some time ago I bought a small Chihuahua and I am completely in love with him. I bought, then made him a pouch to attach to my chest so he could go on bike rides with us. It is completely enclosed and when he gets cold I zip up my jacket for him (I look pregnant though lol). He is now 3lbs. In march we were scheduled to go on a trip with a group of friends. I was verbally attacked because I brought the dog. It was first a safety issue for them then it turned out to be really a perception issue, they dont want to be seen with someone who is caring a dog.
Well we didnt care what they thought and opted to not ride with them any longer. So long story short after apologies were kinda made and things smoothed over, it has become interesting how a couple of the people are acting like nothing happened and have asked us if we are still going on X planned trip...we of course say no count us out, and they are shocked to hear that the reason is because of the dog and how they threw a fit over not being seen with someone taking a dog on a bike.
I have been liking not riding with everyone because now my hubby and I get to spend quality time together with out the kids, but the commrodery was nice.
To me it seems juvenile to worry about what people think, and as long as it wont affect me...each to there own...live and let live ect ect.
OK Rant over lol