# Hello from a nervous-turned-confident weekend rider

Source: https://indianautoforum.com/forum/hello-from-a-nervous-turned-confident-weekend-rider-6rgg4
Views: 46 | Posted: 2026-05-20

## Thread
Hello everyone! Long-time reader, first-time poster. I got into biking about two years ago and I've slowly gone from being terrified of highways to actually planning weekend rides whenever I get the chance.Still very much learning, so if anyone has tips on gear or good routes near Pune I'd love to hear them. Excited to be part of a community that talks specifics instead of just spec sheets.

## Replies

*2026-05-20* (2 upvotes)
Welcome! That journey from nervous to confident is basically a rite of passage. If you haven't already, invest in a proper riding jacket before your next long one - makes a bigger difference than people expect.