i understand LS's initial fears.
We all spoke about the BMW meeting in Stellenbosch and were HORRIFIED that non-beemer-boys (or girls) are to be excluded. now
that is elitist
i dont see this as elitist, but as mentioned before - an interest group. covering not a brand, but a special form of biking.
i dont know of anybody who is a member of pocket bike BB. do you? that is also biking, but just a variation of it.
to date, we have one member (as far as i know) who
doesnt have a DS bike, and is quite vocal about speed. yet he comes and shares and gives valuable input (to those that understand). i too value Catman and his techical knowledge... (have even had him on the phone when my hands were all greased up)
personally, i browse thru both TB and DS forums. because i can
one further suggestion. why not link this site to the Think Bike website (not forum).
arent we also interested in our safety? we might all want to do it in the dirt

, but i think the majority kms in our rides, are on public macadam roads - and this is where biker awareness plays a role.
my thruppence