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The photo was from Deals Gap during STAR 2011. One of those roadside photo outfits that sell you your picture over the internet. Did make me look speedier than I was.

I recommend "Shop Class As Soulcraft". Easier to read and digest than Pirsig, but gets to some entrusting territory pretty quickly. Of course if you have the time and really want to untie from the dock, read Zen And The Art Of Motorcyle Maintenance, like the rest of us, it uses motorcycles to take us to places that are fun, interesting, and a little challenging. It is a trip you can enjoy more than once, kind of like a good road.

I have had my roadcrafter for a couple of years and except in really hot (90+) weather, it has been great for me. Rain, and snow (2+ inches in Kingman AZ Feb 2009) have not gotten through it yet. It was a little stiff in the first 1K miles or so, but now feels like a 2nd skin. I did "ride there" and get a discount. If you have not been to their store in Duluth you should go. The staff are very helpful and it is a unique setting. A big plus is the chance to ride the road through Jay Cooke state park on the way - both ways. If you aren't tempted to turn around and ride it again I think you are reading the wrong forum, it's that good.

Regarding your leaking suit, I am pretty sure that Aerostich does not want to let you suffer. I bet if you contact them directly they will find a way to fix the issue.