Duck Walk
RE: Duck Walk
ORIGINAL: OldBoldPilot
There will always be people who scoff at proper technique and who believe that the only criterion in life is getting the job done, with no regard whatsoever for how sloppily they do it. It starts with an evident lack of personal pride and ends with what you've repeatedly demonstrated in this thread: contempt for those who are more skilled than themselves and who strive to set and maintain high standards.
Stagger on, friend, feet waggling in the air, and best of luck to you.
And don't bother replying, because I won't be responding to either of you two geniuses.
There will always be people who scoff at proper technique and who believe that the only criterion in life is getting the job done, with no regard whatsoever for how sloppily they do it. It starts with an evident lack of personal pride and ends with what you've repeatedly demonstrated in this thread: contempt for those who are more skilled than themselves and who strive to set and maintain high standards.
Stagger on, friend, feet waggling in the air, and best of luck to you.
And don't bother replying, because I won't be responding to either of you two geniuses.
I know how I ride. I know how I start and stop. The correct way. I don't personally duck walk, but I do put both feet down when I stop. So what. I don't have contempt for anyone at any skill level. Be it better or worse than myself. What I do have contempt for is holier-than-thou types who criticize what other people do because they don't think it is the right way. No matter what the circumstances. Worry about yourself. If this was something that was putting other people in danger I could see it being an issue. But it isn't.
So you roll on. And be sure you take along a video camera so you can record all of the mistakes people make in life so you can report back here to show what a superior being you really are.
Road Master
Joined: Jun 2007
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From: Houston,tx
RE: Duck Walk
I normally put my left foot down upon stopping, then if it's a light put the other foot down for stability waiting for the light to change, then both feet go up just as soon as releasing the clutch. duck walking is okay when it's tight or rough terrain-wise in a parking lot. but sure love those guys that drag their feet through intersections. your feet belong on the pegs just as soon as the bike rolls. Remember: If your boots wear out before your tires, you are a foot dragger. Now can we talk about ball scratching technique?
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From: GA
RE: Duck Walk
ORIGINAL: JohnT
If the seat height is low enough, I plant both feet at a stop and control the bike with the hand brake. Been doing it this way for 36 years of riding and never dropped a bike yet (knock on wood). I could care less what it looks like to anyone else.
If the seat height is low enough, I plant both feet at a stop and control the bike with the hand brake. Been doing it this way for 36 years of riding and never dropped a bike yet (knock on wood). I could care less what it looks like to anyone else.
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RE: Duck Walk
When I got my Ultra Classic, it was almost twice as heavywith a much higher center of gravitythan any bike I'd ever ridden. It was a whole 'nother world. Believe me, when 800 pounds sitting high starts going somewhere, it's a lot harder to stop than 450 sitting low. I'm sure I duck walked in some cases just to make sure I didn't drop it. I'm sure I looked like a newbie even though I'd been riding 30+ years. I felt like one, anyway.
Now that I'm used to it, I'm back to the usual feet on pegs as soon as the clutch starts to grab. I plant both feet at a stop just because I know what can happen with a little unexpected sand or oil, or even those wide paint strips at crosswalks. When moving up one car-length, I may do the out-rigger thing just because I'm lazy. I think it takes newbies a while to accept the notion that feet on the pegs can be more stable than walking at really slow speeds.
I admit I might think "newbie" when I see someone duck-walking, but I suppose that looks better than seeing someone struggling to pick up a dropped bike.
Now that I'm used to it, I'm back to the usual feet on pegs as soon as the clutch starts to grab. I plant both feet at a stop just because I know what can happen with a little unexpected sand or oil, or even those wide paint strips at crosswalks. When moving up one car-length, I may do the out-rigger thing just because I'm lazy. I think it takes newbies a while to accept the notion that feet on the pegs can be more stable than walking at really slow speeds.
I admit I might think "newbie" when I see someone duck-walking, but I suppose that looks better than seeing someone struggling to pick up a dropped bike.
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Joined: Oct 2004
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From: Severna Park, Maryland 21146
RE: Duck Walk
ORIGINAL: OldBoldPilot
There will always be people who scoff at proper technique and who believe that the only criterion in life is getting the job done, with no regard whatsoever for how sloppily they do it. It starts with an evident lack of personal pride and ends with what you've repeatedly demonstrated in this thread: contempt for those who are more skilled than themselves and who strive to set and maintain high standards.
Stagger on, friend, feet waggling in the air, and best of luck to you.
There's the contempt I'm talking about. You just move right along through life whining about how "it's not always easy...blah blah blah." Very impressive sentence, all in all -- and quite revealing.
And don't bother replying, because I won't be responding to either of you two geniuses.
ORIGINAL: Monstermile
Yeah but it doesn't look neat or professional. That's what counts apparently.
Yeah but it doesn't look neat or professional. That's what counts apparently.
Stagger on, friend, feet waggling in the air, and best of luck to you.
ORIGINAL: squintbo
Someday when you ride a big boys bike, you will see it's not always easy to one foot a start or stop.
Someday when you ride a big boys bike, you will see it's not always easy to one foot a start or stop.
And don't bother replying, because I won't be responding to either of you two geniuses.
When you watch Ride Like a Pro, they are showing you level ground training if I am correct. Not on a ten degree incline. Heck, even a five degree incline is tough for short inseam riders.
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Joined: Dec 2006
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From: Central Oklahoma
RE: Duck Walk
Anybody can "Duck Walk" their bike. It takes a real pro to "Moon Walk" your bike when taking off. It really freaks out the other riders. 
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Road Master
Joined: May 2007
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From: Galt, CA
RE: Duck Walk
Who really gives a sh*t? Some of you guys are so wrapped up in superfluous bullsh*t it's ridiculous. What does it matter, if you're enjoying your scoot, the ride and the experience. Who cares......!
RE: Duck Walk
ORIGINAL: Tony P
Leaving Road Atlanta Sunday, I got stuck behind atruck pulling a trailer at a snails pace. There comes a time when you have to break out the "Duck Walk" if you prefer not to be part of the pavement. I'm not very critical in the forum, but this is an asinine thread.
Leaving Road Atlanta Sunday, I got stuck behind atruck pulling a trailer at a snails pace. There comes a time when you have to break out the "Duck Walk" if you prefer not to be part of the pavement. I'm not very critical in the forum, but this is an asinine thread.