When you and ecurbh go ride somewhere you should map out a loop(s), and name them, so that sometimes you could go by yourself. Then he will know where you are in case... When I ride, I let someone know when I leave, and what time I will be back. (Carrying a cell phone is iffy on reception). I also have certain trails I stick to when I'm by myself.
I know it gets boring when you just have a small area to ride. Hard to get one in shape also. You need varied terrain. I enjoy riding by myself as much as with someone, sometimes even prefer it:). I do my best thinking then:)
Just a suggestion:)
Becky
The trails do all have names... he'd be able to know where I am, but I can't imagine trailering and going out by myself... Not even really out of fear... it just wouldn't seem right!
I used to ride all over town alone, back when I was a teenager and would ride on the road. My folks never knew where I was... Whether they actually had a grasp of how risky it was or not, they let me go. I marvel at that.
Pretty soon here we'll be able to go together twice a week. At least one weekend day and maybe one evening during the week when it stays light late. That's all we need.