We've been dying for a long time, not only because of Corona, but also because of the coldest and rainiest spring in ages.
Now the sun is back and soon the summer as well, and everything will be fine.
Or?
A motorcycle tour through the beautiful Vogelsberg on a glorious Sunday shows how well we are already doing.
It's almost unbelievable who and what you come across on the way.
Lots of convertibles, new and old, but it is always said that the market for open cars is sinking. In addition to quads and trikes, many motor scooters cavort on the small country roads around Schotten, which are ideal for strolling on Sundays. Every now and then you see a motorcycle with a sidecar, yes there is still one, an almost forgotten species. And the many solo drivers, it should be said explicitly, also female drivers.
The biker who has just discovered his desire for a little adventure on two wheels can hardly get his left hand down in greeting, so many others come towards him and wave too. It's almost annoying, and oops, we almost paid tribute to a scooter pilot. Of course, you don't do that as a seasoned motorcyclist. This custom comes from a time when it was still something special to be on the move on two wheels. Today it seems somehow superfluous.
Many bikers of course find the greeting nice, it symbolizes solidarity in difficult times with route closures and the problems with noise pollution. But let's just enjoy the summer for now. Gladly in such attractive, long-missed places. Or simply on the balcony, in the garden or in the park. We don't dare to think about vacation yet. Would be too nice.