"2014-02-11T00:00:00"^^ . . "0"^^ . "I recently had the opportunity to buy a motorcycle from a friend who's moving to Chicago. I hadn't planned on making a purchase until later this year and after I took a riders course. I'm 40, a Paramedic and new to riding so this course was a must for me. If you are reading this, then I assume you agree this is a necessity.\n\nThis class could easily be seen as a necessary inconvenience, but the staff at Ridesmart are amazing. They are so friendly that any anxiety you may have about riding (I have a lot) is relieved by their demeanor and fun atmosphere.\n\nThey give the course content the proper respect and levity without taking themselves too seriously or coming off pretentious or preachy.\n\nRelaxed and comfortable humor and conversation make this a great place to learn and, most importantly, make mistakes. \n\nI would recommend that if you need ANY riding instruction, look no further. Don, Caroline, Bryan and the Big Guy (forgot his name) are excellent educators and offer themselves genuinely as mentors on your motorcycle journey. I won't hesitate to call on them for advice in the future or opinions when I buy my next bike. And I plan on sending my fianc\u00E9 to them to teach her to ride for her very first time!\n\nThanks guys. I'm really excited about my new journey as a rider and I begin with confidence and a great, safe outlook on my place on the road."^^ . . "5"^^ . . "0"^^ . "1"^^ .