I'll join in all fun. I'm in STL and welcome the new addition to our family! I'm 33, but ride very conservatively. I've got kids at home that depend on me returning all in one piece each time I take the beast out on the road. Did a couple "Test The Track" sessions at Gateway International Raceway this season. Wow, that was fun! I definitely concur on the full gear. I ride with boots, gloves, jacket, full face helmet, and usually jeans 100% of the time. It's the best insurance you can have against that idiot driver who's not paying attention.