Maggie valley June 2019

[mully95]

Paul.... Hope your wife gets better! Tell Wei we're thinking about her!

Jim.... sorry you're not going to make it. Your health is more important than a ride. See you at the next one.

I've had a slight or major set back in my life... have not made up my mind yet. Been having problems with my hands feeling weak, no blood flow, and wake up at night with them hurting. Doc says I have carpal tunnel in both hands but need to visit a specialist to confirm. Canceled appointment... I figure after seeing specialist they will want to do surgery... not sure on that however. Reason of cancellation is I've been working longer hours, mom is moving into a new house near May 24th and I've got to be there to help, and I'm not going to miss this ride.

I'm not sure how this will affect my riding capabilities... I've rode back and forth to work and around town but have not embarked on a long trip. I'm wondering if heated grips would help?


I'll be staying at A Holiday Motel. Got a call from Gabi about a room became available so I'll be canceling at Travelowes across the street today.

 

[Speedy]

@Joesmoe

So sorry to here about Wei's fall and subsequent hip replacement. Wish her the very best from Mary and me. Hope to see you both in Maggie but if not we will be thinking of you both.

 

[RKTNMYPKT]

Paul.... Hope your wife gets better! Tell Wi we're thinking about her!

Jim.... sorry you're not going to make it. Your health is more important than a ride. See you at the next one.

I've had a slight or major set back in my life... have not made up my mind yet. Been having problems with my hands feeling weak, no blood flow, and wake up at night with them hurting. Doc says I have carpal tunnel in both hands but need to visit a specialist to confirm. Canceled appointment... I figure after seeing specialist they will want to do surgery... not sure on that however. Reason of cancellation is I've been working longer hours, mom is moving into a new house near May 24th and I've got to be there to help, and I'm not going to miss this ride.

I'm not sure how this will affect my riding capabilities... I've rode back and forth to work and around town but have not embarked on a long trip. I'm wondering if heated grips would help?


I'll be staying at A Holiday Motel. Got a call from Gabi about a room became available so I'll be canceling at Travelowes across the street today.

I have the same issues with my hands, I have been able to find some unique sleeping positions at night that prevent them from hurting and going to sleep. The doctor diagnosed it same as you as Carpal tunnel, it does not however affect my riding, The only seems to be a problem at night

 

[Speedy]

@warp9.9

Mary and I have a double queen room because that is all that was left. We would be happy to trade for a single queen room so that four gents could bunk. No need to sleep in a bike trailer.

We can make the switch informal so keep reservations as is. We hope to arrive late Wednesday or early Thursday and leave Monday.

 

[mully95]

I have the same issues with my hands, I have been able to find some unique sleeping positions at night that prevent them from hurting and going to sleep. The doctor diagnosed it same as you as Carpal tunnel, it does not however affect my riding, The only seems to be a problem at night

Well that sounds promising... but yeah at night is the worst. Getting the hands functioning in the mornings is also a problem. Doc have you on any kind of meds?

 

[RKTNMYPKT]

Well that sounds promising... but yeah at night is the worst. Getting the hands functioning in the mornings is also a problem. Doc have you on any kind of meds?

Not for that, a few years ago they gave me some wrist braces that helped but I lost em

 

[JoseyR3Wales]

I have the same issues with my hands, I have been able to find some unique sleeping positions at night that prevent them from hurting and going to sleep. The doctor diagnosed it same as you as Carpal tunnel, it does not however affect my riding, The only seems to be a problem at night

Repetitive motion, Kleins.

 

[warp9.9]

@warp9.9

Mary and I have a double queen room because that is all that was left. We would be happy to trade for a single queen room so that four gents could bunk. No need to sleep in a bike trailer.

We can make the switch informal so keep reservations as is. We hope to arrive late Wednesday or early Thursday and leave Monday.

I also checked with Eric as he has a land yacht and cooks good also I'm just preparing. My trailer os not realy just a empty box that has cabinets a fridge microwave. And well since I'm right now getting read to dress up the floor. I might throw a ac/heater on the roof a little repairs to the awning and well its alright for a bike trailer. also what if Joey is not strong enough to ride home. Its like on the way for me. I mean he might have so much fun he gets plumb wore out. I can fut two rockets in her. I am sure it will all work out and now some others might get the idea of showing up anyway. Mmm should probably bring a air mattress and bedding. For safety purpose. Back to work union break is over

 

[barbagris]

... I figure after seeing specialist they will want to do surgery... not sure on that however.

Carpal Tunnel injuries are a repetitive stress injury. Surgery generally only has a permanent effect if you also stop the repetitive stress part. My little bro has quite serious soft tissue damage in his "mouse" hand. Doctors told him straight - pointless cutting in unless you let go the mouse. He decided to keep the mouse. He is now unable to work.

As with pretty much any RSI: when you stop the movements - the inflammation takes over to protect the damaged areas and flood them with blood. In the morning you have to make the body stop healing to gain movement. If you have let it get so bad there is nerve pressure and maybe damage - Stop doing what aggravates it. The human body is remarkably capable of self healing - if you let it. Cure it - don't just treat the symptoms.

 

[mexican]

How can a man your size have such a big heart!!!...you are a true Brutha!...Unfortunately this year is out my friend but huge thanx for the generous offer....oh...did i tell you i ride at 120mph absolutely everywhere...never use the clutch...like to wheelstand away from every set of lights and play chicken all the time?...especially if ive just had a feed of beans!!....

No big deal, i have full coverage on all my bikes