tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post1766019704477529677..comments2023-03-28T21:57:05.763-07:00Comments on Biker Chickz Blog: Parking PhobiaBeckyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05359539597315766635noreply@blogger.comBlogger41125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-84592310297373671332012-09-16T05:37:41.015-07:002012-09-16T05:37:41.015-07:00One thing you can do is get on Google maps during ...One thing you can do is get on Google maps during your planning stages. Punch in the address and get a street view of the place you plan to stop at. Check out the lot (if you can see it). That way you aren't surprised by the condition of the lot. You will know in advance if you will want to circle the lot upon arrival for the best spot for you or if you can simply ride in with the pack.chessiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04933757244429926535noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-9421892638240457112012-09-15T09:55:30.889-07:002012-09-15T09:55:30.889-07:00I just happend to type "fear of finding parki...I just happend to type "fear of finding parking" into a search engine and found your blog post. I'm glad to see that I'm not the only person who feels the same way. Your description of not wanting to go to new places because you didn't know what the parking would be like is exactly the same type anxiety I have. Not sure how to alleviate it, though.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-88048674554977126312012-06-19T09:49:09.257-07:002012-06-19T09:49:09.257-07:00Super stuff...........Super stuff...........jikhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02772184252177504084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-60919705814944109062011-06-29T18:16:26.911-07:002011-06-29T18:16:26.911-07:00OK, two years is long enough to get over your park...OK, two years is long enough to get over your parking issue and start posting and blogging again.RoadCaptainhttp://www.roadcaptainusa.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-91368088770170686122011-01-11T19:59:17.589-08:002011-01-11T19:59:17.589-08:00I think everyone has their own phobia and for you ...I think everyone has their own phobia and for you it's parking phobia and for me I'm afraid of heights before. But what I did, i went bungee jumping!!! And I think that is what cured it. Si I'm all for what you're planning to do. Meet your phobia head on, you will not regret it.Cynthiahttp://rockytopleather.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-89014164748266839702010-10-11T06:39:12.024-07:002010-10-11T06:39:12.024-07:00Yes, parking a problem sometimes. But If I get in ...Yes, parking a problem sometimes. But If I get in a tough spot, I'm not shy asking for help.cbbikerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15227558266901361008noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-30701259481050460842010-09-10T16:15:53.718-07:002010-09-10T16:15:53.718-07:00Don't let worries about parking take your enth...Don't let worries about parking take your enthusiasm away from rides. My advice is the same as Julie's above ... if you're not parking in a spot where the asphalt is flat and level, then set up your bike so the engine power will get you out of the space. Let the bike do the work against gravity. <br /><br />Look after yourself and don't worry about how you're "supposed" to park. That way you can enjoy the rides ... always.<br /><br />distantThunder, CAAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-697121005402201012010-07-19T04:38:25.057-07:002010-07-19T04:38:25.057-07:00Keep working at it. you'll win in the end. Tha...Keep working at it. you'll win in the end. Thanks for sharing.Scooter 50cchttp://scooters50cc.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-82761756423079805042010-06-17T21:13:44.392-07:002010-06-17T21:13:44.392-07:00In Australia, we have to park with the rear wheel ...In Australia, we have to park with the rear wheel of the bike to the edge which makes it easier to ride out of parking spaces as they usually slope towards the edge.<br /><br />I also dropped my former bike a couple of times but was surrounded by people to help me lift her up, I am very lucky to be surrounded by encouragement from both guys and girls. from Miss Daisy AustraliaMiss Daisynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-45167652592956733812010-06-16T23:50:44.695-07:002010-06-16T23:50:44.695-07:00Trust me, you are NOT alone in this! Take care! A....Trust me, you are NOT alone in this! Take care! A.AnaVarhttp://www.mypharmashop.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-69072593854075718812010-05-24T14:14:55.673-07:002010-05-24T14:14:55.673-07:00So helpful to read everyone's comments and adv...So helpful to read everyone's comments and advice. Seems like this is a universal issue for riders. Cheers for all the encouragement and experiences shared.Cynthia Q.http://www.motorcyclememoir.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-86938834970709894942010-04-27T06:31:37.500-07:002010-04-27T06:31:37.500-07:00I'm a small lady and seem to have to have ever...I'm a small lady and seem to have to have every bike I own lowered. If I can reach the ground I can ride it. I have to have mid shift controls also, not forward controls. My boots non slip soles. Now to watch some of the videos that I've been hearing about. "How to pick up your bike" I have rode motorcycles all my life. But never had to pick one up by myself. My Harleys have had the best center of gravity.Eileenhttp://jecyclebarn@yahoo.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-1005649611601446172010-04-26T04:10:11.214-07:002010-04-26T04:10:11.214-07:00I have the same problem, I'm pretty new to rid...I have the same problem, I'm pretty new to riding though, so hopefully I'll overcome it, but glad to hear it's not just me!Tegwyn Ravens Wing Fair Commenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05986957377215599936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-14688865554049852652010-01-30T20:55:50.416-08:002010-01-30T20:55:50.416-08:00Bikes are hard to maneuver when you are some like ...Bikes are hard to maneuver when you are some like me. I am so jealous I want to get my own bike soon. Saving my pennies.Jenna Culbertsonhttp://www.jennaculbertson.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-35365193544941689702010-01-08T20:05:09.845-08:002010-01-08T20:05:09.845-08:00I think parking is a challenge for both men and wo...I think parking is a challenge for both men and women. I really try hard to not get into that situation. I have a 08 Harley Street Bob and have put 10,000 miles on it in 15 months, riding part-time. Boy am I hooked.Linda Highsmithhttp://www.highsmithstudio.etsy.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-63264896078813395232009-12-30T07:21:45.747-08:002009-12-30T07:21:45.747-08:00Wow, lots of good information here! I recently mov...Wow, lots of good information here! I recently moved up from a 350f to an 850 and it's definitely a different bike! Almost popped it up onto the curb yesterday. It's about 100 lbs heavier too and I know we've all got to think ahead about parking. Why can't they all be flat? lolAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-15525834053934172262009-12-07T14:54:49.730-08:002009-12-07T14:54:49.730-08:00I always try to back in. Im 6' 240 lb and also...I always try to back in. Im 6' 240 lb and also have a problem backint out of a uphill parking spot. Have pushed many a buddy out of a parking spot. Anyone saying he never has a problem also hasnt done much riding. Have a great day. dandannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-86367362205322213822009-12-05T11:01:40.784-08:002009-12-05T11:01:40.784-08:00Do this.
Leave your bike leaning on the kick stand...Do this.<br />Leave your bike leaning on the kick stand. Move in front. I see you don't have a fairing, so this is gonna be easy. <br /><br />PUSH THE BIKE BACKWARD ON THE STAND.<br />YOU CAN TURN IT ANY DIRECTION WITH THE HANDLEBARS! The bike will never fall over, and will always go where ever you push it. I've done it in gravel lots, on cement, on asphalt...it's something I learned while working at service department of Glendale HD in Glendale CA. That's how they push all those bikes around the yard...Chessie (Chesshirecat)https://www.blogger.com/profile/16483022434950803097noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-46597069891292197102009-11-22T18:04:08.616-08:002009-11-22T18:04:08.616-08:00I have been riding for 10 years now and have not p...I have been riding for 10 years now and have not parked once. Usually I just ride around my block until I run out of gas. Thats an over exaggeration but I don't like to park in tight spaces during bike events. I am petrified of hitting someones cycle parked near me. I feel your pain.Robhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08333275632735645379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-25185035773256067372009-11-21T06:11:05.251-08:002009-11-21T06:11:05.251-08:00BC - I have the similar kind of fear, but I would ...BC - I have the similar kind of fear, but I would call it "parking frontwards phobia". It doesn't keep me home but I keep going around the block until I find a space I can back into. And I'm almost 6' tall. I don't always back in smoothly, and I get some grief from the club members about girls not knowing how to back up. And it's a pain with angled parking spots. But as a club officer, I feel like I have to go if the club's going, so that's how I deal.VBeckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04054850209925388747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-63334484912663594682009-10-23T18:22:23.085-07:002009-10-23T18:22:23.085-07:00As so many others have said, its not a gender thin...As so many others have said, its not a gender thing its just an experience thing. <br /><br />You need some positive reinforcement. You need to show yourself that you <b>can</b> get in and out of these spaces. Negative thoughts can act like a self-fulfilling prophecy. On the flip side - so can positive ones :o)<br /><br />Don't let it keep you from exploring! Worst case scenario: if you see a spot you don't feel good about, move along until you find something you find more suitable. But, girl - don't let it keep you home!<br /><br />Stay positive and good luck to you!fuzzygalorehttp://www.fuzzygalore.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-21121452043259685322009-10-21T00:53:33.086-07:002009-10-21T00:53:33.086-07:00It's the same problem for us men too. It takes...It's the same problem for us men too. It takes time and natural experience to overcome the phobia.DMV Hourshttp://autos.qandas.com/licensing-tags/what-is-the-dmv-or-department-of-motor-vehicles.htmlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-61832032905795611812009-10-06T06:19:23.052-07:002009-10-06T06:19:23.052-07:00Parking phobia dissipates with time and experience...Parking phobia dissipates with time and experience. All you need to remember is that you're going to use the bike's power to pull you on any slope instead of your own steam, so you think before you park. If it means that you're parked in the opposite direction of other riders, tough! If it means doing a 5 point turn to get it right where you want it, so what! You want your bike parked where it's safe, stable, and you can use the bike's power on a slope. I know the pressure that a newbie woman biker feels, that people are looking at her critically, possibly thinking that she doesn't have any business being on a bike. Forget about appearances and just park your bike in a way that works for you. Eventually you'll become very conscious of slopes and you'll automatically and quickly plan accordingly. In other words, try not to sweat it and just enjoy the fact that you're a woman in control of a very large and powerful machine, Oh yeah!!!Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17856593033035221473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-56985449668736065742009-08-01T05:02:01.255-07:002009-08-01T05:02:01.255-07:00I too have a parking phobia! I know your pain.I too have a parking phobia! I know your pain.Funny Biker Slogan T-Shirtshttp://www.shirtyballs.com/category/products/biker-t-shirts/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8663744941144434388.post-54473341689876732362009-07-31T06:10:34.425-07:002009-07-31T06:10:34.425-07:00i always enjoy seeing woman on bike...like Alice i...i always enjoy seeing woman on bike...like Alice in Resident Evil...they are trully at their best riding their bike! good luck to you!britohttp://www.pokerchipsandmafiawars.comnoreply@blogger.com