I just recently, well 3 weeks ago, broke my big toe on my left foot by dropping a star post on it, blood everywhere, ambulance came because I blacked out for 30 seconds and my S.O started panicking. I was wearing Japanese safety boots at the time it happened (flip flops to people state side). I have been limping around on it since it happened and since my bike is in the shop getting repaired, I haven't ridden. I want to pick my bike up this week and i'm pretty sure that I can ride it. I don't use my toe for changing gears, I suppose I use the part of my foot just behind my toe and being able to wear my boots will be a headache.
Just worried about stopping at traffic lights and being able to change gears, I just want my bike back. [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang]
Edit for people who have not seen MotoGP. [thumbsup]
I wouldn't try it. Just getting into proper footwear (you learned your lesson right?) will likely be very painful...
If it does not hurt then do it ;D
I shift using the bridge of my Toe. I guess depending on the boot it will make a big difference.
Or do what I do most of the time unless its raining... Clutchless shifts ;)
Quote from: NAKID on May 18, 2008, 10:25:13 PM
I wouldn't try it. Just getting into proper footwear (you learned your lesson right?) will likely be very painful...
Yeah, well I wear steel capped boots for work and I have been walking (limping) around in them for about 1 1/2 weeks. Not too comfortable but I get used to it after 1/2 hour.
I might try my Dainese's boots this week and see how I go, I know they are pretty snug in the toe area.
This has really pissed me off!
Jorge Lorenzo came 2nd this weekend in MotoGP with 2 broken ankles, so if you can get it into a boot, RIDE!!!!!!! [thumbsup]
DUDE ??? Spoilers man Spoilers :-\
There not broken though. Just sprained
I saw it but maybe others have not ;D
Quote from: big bear on May 18, 2008, 11:41:57 PM
Jorge Lorenzo came 2nd this weekend in MotoGP with 2 broken ankles, so if you can get it into a boot, RIDE!!!!!!! [thumbsup]
I just knew someone would say that.
[thumbsup]
Too bad I can't ride like Jorge. :-\
Quote from: Super T.I.B on May 18, 2008, 11:38:22 PM
Yeah, well I wear steel capped boots for work and I have been walking (limping) around in them for about 1 1/2 weeks. Not too comfortable but I get used to it after 1/2 hour.
Is this the rough tough Super I know..... :'(
As Chopper (Google "Chopper Reid") would say:
"Harden the f...k up...."
Quote from: ROBsS4R on May 18, 2008, 10:27:21 PM
If it does not hurt then do it ;D
I shift using the bridge of my Toe. I guess depending on the boot it will make a big difference.
Or do what I do most of the time unless its raining... Clutchless shifts ;)
What does clutchless shifting have to do with it?
He broke his left toe, not his left thumb.
???
Nada
Guess i shouldn't post while I am drunk ;D
Quote from: ROBsS4R on May 19, 2008, 05:34:25 AM
Nada
Guess i shouldn't post while I am drunk ;D
[laugh] [laugh]
Well knowing that, it makes perfect sense. [thumbsup]
Quote from: big bear on May 18, 2008, 11:41:57 PM
Jorge Lorenzo came 2nd this weekend in MotoGP with 2 broken ankles, so if you can get it into a boot, RIDE!!!!!!! [thumbsup]
lol ;D
Sit side saddle and change gears with your right foot! Also a good solution when wearing a skirt.
Quote from: ODrides on May 19, 2008, 06:15:11 AM
Sit side saddle and change gears with your right foot! Also a good solution when wearing a skirt.
S'not a
SKEARRT ya daft fool.. S'called a
KILT man!
(..and don't be makin fun o rridin
side-saddle either.. beats havin your dangly bits flappin in tha
brreeze!)
;D
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c18/SEA3/kilt.jpg)
Ack! My EYES!
As far as shifting with a broken big toe, likely it's going to hurt.
Whether it's too much for you, who knows?
It may hinder the healing, best to ask your doctor.
Here is a picture I put on TOB of my broken leg last February. It was my right leg and I don't need that one to ride anyway. I didn't ride much that way because I couldn't protect my toes. If your foot fits into a boot and doesn't kill your toe, go for it.
(http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d199/mbalmer/ducatiCast.jpg)
I like how you have your crutches strapped to your bike.
That is dedication, no stopping you! [beer]
No problem.
(http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n4/SHADOWCHASER_S4RS/RobandhisNewGirl.jpg)
Yeah, but both of those are right legs.
Still pretty good though!
[thumbsup]