The all important life's to do list just got interesting. Check. The thrill seeker, stay at home mom, and family man, have added two new items. Do you know how to ride a motorcycle? Fly a small single engine aircraft? The twenty-first century is upon us and fast changing technology abounds. The time it takes to learn something new and useful has been reduced while scientific advancements in manufacturing is making life's "new" hobbies and necessities affordable. The motorcycle has been around for decades. And the image often promoted is that of an adrenaline junkie or laid back old-timer. Nothing could be further from the truth. Motorcycles, as a mode of transportation, are a necessity. With a 2.5 gallon or larger gas tank, the cost to fill it is low and the mileage range beats any gas-powered, four door sedan or sports coupe. We are not planning to jump a row of parked cars, take flight over mounds of dirt, or speed around various international Grand Prix circuits. We are riding to work, to school, and to grandma's house. If you know how to ride a bicycle, then you can learn how to ride a motorcycle. It's just a bike, but with more torque. | Take a motorcycle safety course, breeze through the computer test, pass the road course exam, and then get the endorsement on your license. After that, take the money you set aside and purchase a nice entry-level bike and off you go. Have you ever wanted to fly a plane? Well now you can. I'm not talking about a cargo or transport plane, but you can learn to fly a small single engine aircraft. That's right! With a state issued drivers license you can sign up for training, attend flight school, learn the ins and outs of flight, take some tests, and be up-up and away in a few weeks. And the most exciting aspect is you don't have to buy a plane. You can rent one by the hour or by the day. Now you can impress your friends, your family, or your coworkers. However, the greatest satisfaction is derived from you gaining the knowledge and skill set to actually taxi down the run way, communicate with the control tower, adjust the rudder, give it maximum throttle, and take flight. It's amazing what you can learn today. Things once thought taboo or reserved for others is now within reach. Online courses make it affordable and live training make it interesting. Time to update your life's to do list. Let's have it reflect the twenty-first century. |
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