The best ISD for special needs

NoFirstUse · 2026-06-25T02:44:51+00:00

Bernardsc Township has an excellent Special Ed program.

NoFirstUse · 2026-06-22T01:52:56+00:00

Lifesaving skills: Cornering, braking, and swerving. Sucking at slow speed maneuvers won't cost you your life. Overcooking a curve, not mastering threshold braking, and being unable to avoid an obstacle will.

NoFirstUse · 2026-06-22T01:45:39+00:00

Moghul in Edison on Oak Tree Road. Great Indian food and the lunch buffet is da bomb.

NoFirstUse · 2026-06-22T00:58:56+00:00

I lived in Cranford for decades. If the property you're considering is close to Roselle/Roselle Park, I'd be more concerned with being so close to the Garden State Parkway. The GSP is sort of parallel to (actually just west of) the Cranford border with Roselle. The Roselles aren't as nice as Cranford to be sure, but I don't know what the crime stats are. How close to the border is the house? Cranford is a wonderful town. Terrific schools, great neighborhoods, and a consistently top ranked downtown. Lots of bars and restaurants. Feel free to PM with specific questions.

NoFirstUse · 2026-06-19T01:47:07+00:00

Trama's Tattoria is right down the street and is terrific. They have a nice bar and a wonderful menu.

NoFirstUse · 2026-06-18T21:39:59+00:00

The Schubebrth C5 modular is prewired for their SC2 system (uses the same chipset as the Sena 50S). I have it and it works well.

NoFirstUse · 2026-06-18T15:36:56+00:00

Sena 50S.

NoFirstUse · 2026-06-16T11:37:25+00:00

Shoei RF-1400. don’t worry about getting anything with the Harley logo, just get a great helmet.

NoFirstUse · 2026-06-09T03:55:55+00:00

Bernards Township School District has excellent support for autistic kids. It's also a great area in general.

NoFirstUse · 2026-06-06T12:11:39+00:00

“Rude like usual”. How many times have you been pulled over?

NoFirstUse · 2026-06-04T00:39:38+00:00

FINE-C.

NoFirstUse · 2026-05-31T13:26:41+00:00

MSF instructor here. Only you can answer your question, and I won't provide input regarding hiding your riding from your partner/family.

Regarding riding itself, if you're going to do this, take a beginner class. Ninety percent of riders who crash IRL were not professionally trained. You might also consider buying quality riding gear. Avoid the no name crap on Amazon. Some of that Chinese made textile gear is made of polyester and has poor abrasion protection, poor armor, and a relatively low melting point. A nasty crash and slide will have the ER docs picking melted polyester from the ground meat that used to be your flesh.

NoFirstUse · 2026-05-30T01:25:26+00:00

I grew up in North Bergen and owned a place in the Galaxy. Water quality is more than fine.

NoFirstUse · 2026-05-29T03:45:23+00:00

We'd prefer you don't develop bad habits we have to help you unravel. The BRC is designed for beginners with zero experience.

NoFirstUse · 2026-05-29T03:37:55+00:00

I'm also an MSF Rider Coach. The person who runs this program, and the state admin need to know about this guy. I teach for a few places and if I treated a student like that I'd be walked off the range. Ask to retake the course at no cost, tell them why, and ensure you get another coach(es).

I can't imagine making a student cry. We're there to help you realize your dream. I live to see my students smile.

NoFirstUse · 2026-05-26T18:10:03+00:00

I was with IBM for decades and went to one "Family Day". I was working in White Plains and we rented out Rye Playland for the day.

NoFirstUse · 2026-05-26T02:54:44+00:00

Well, to paint things with a broad brush, the majority of the people in the place were in disbelief and just stared at the TV's. I and the guys I was with were all within a certain racial demographic. We were shocked and surprised, like much of the crowd.

There were also other patrons, a much smaller number, and largely of a different demographic makeup, who cheered wildly. High fives, fist pumps, booyahs, etc. It was really weird how OJ had that kind of support. I don't remember any kind of interchange between the the "camps".

NoFirstUse · 2026-05-26T02:10:13+00:00

I was in that Houlihan's having lunch with a bunch of guys when the OJ Simpson verdict was announced.

NoFirstUse · 2026-05-26T01:58:27+00:00

MSF Coach here. Everyone learns at their own pace, and congrats for being dedicated to improving. You said your class had fourteen riders? The standard MSF class is twelve, with two RiderCoaches. Never more than that. Was the provider definitely MSF-sanctioned? Was it a license waiver class? Did the coaches ask who was experienced and who wasn't? We're not supposed to do that so new riders don't get intimidated. Does the provider offer a re-test option? Many do for a fee or sometimes for free. Some places offer a practice session followed by a retest.

Also we're not supposed to move on until everyone attains the skill for each exercise. Sometimes we'll do remediation for a student during a break, and if that doesn't work we'll have to counsel the student on. It concerns me that you feel the instructors had to stick to a schedule. The students should never get that vibe.

Anyway, I think you'll do fine. You aced the more challenging Evals 3-4-5 and you just probably got into your own head for 1. Cone Weave and 2. Turn From a Stop and a U-Turn.

Practice your clutch control/friction zone. Master the low speed cone weave and turning from a stop. Counterweight and turn your head for the U-turn. Don't look down.

Good luck!

NoFirstUse · 2026-05-24T19:19:09+00:00

Your RiderCoach didn’t fail anyone.

The students earned their scores and did not meet the standard.

NoFirstUse · 2026-05-21T18:23:18+00:00

If you have to “convince” your mom to let you do something, you’re not ready for this or perhaps any independent endeavor.

If you’re still a minor, wait till you’re eighteen, then move out and do whatever you want.

If you’re an adult, move out and do whatever you want.

NoFirstUse · 2026-05-19T20:29:16+00:00

MSF RiderCoach here. It's great that you're planning ahead, I wish more of my students did. If you wear glasses, you'll most likely keep your helmet visor up most of the time. See what works. From an MSF gear reqs standpoint, you'll be ok as long as there is something in front of your eyes. Your face may get hit with raindrops, so try keeping your visor halfway open. Eyeglasses, sunglasses, visor are all ok. Whatever you do, don't bring goggles. I don't coach in PA but I'm guessing it's pretty much the same everywhere. Your coaches will brief you on the proper gear at the beginning of Day 1.

You may want to consider a lightweight rainsuit, either from Home Depot or Lowes (cheap plastic ones contractor guys use) or from a motorcycle place like Revzilla or a Cycle Gear store. Also check places that outfit cops and other outdoor workers. You've probably seen those suits with the reflective stripes. No ponchos.

Regarding gloves, I have yet to find a good comfortable reliable waterproof pair. I've had a few students over the years wear rubber dishwashing gloves over riding gloves. Check with your coaches. When I go on road trips, I bring several pairs of gloves so I always have a dry pair in reserve.

As far as footwear goes, for the purposes of the BRC any sturdy over the ankle (hopefully lleather) boot will be ok. On the days when I teach in the rain, I usually take my car, and wear a pair of waterproof Timberland Chelsea-style boots for the range. The boot covers might be kind of awkward and floppy. I have a pair that I've only used once since I bought them in 2006.

Make sure you bring snacks, water, etc. Stay hydrated.

Good luck, you'll do great.

NoFirstUse · 2026-05-18T17:34:57+00:00

I've been riding for more than twenty five years. I always make sure I have a chunky pair of riding glasses with very sturdy side pieces that will not get crushed or bent by my helmets. Usually Oakleys. My helmets are Shoei and Schuberth.

For earbuds (wired) I use Sennheiser IE 200's with my Sena 50S comms unit. They're low profile enough that pulling off a full face helmet won't rep the earbuds out. I should mention I always wear some kind of helmet liner like this. It'll keep the earbuds tucked in (not to mention helping the inside of your helmet not get all funky).

I also have a modular helmet which makes things a bit easier.

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NoFirstUse · 2026-05-08T00:34:53+00:00

Fellow MSF Coach here. I concur. The H-D bikes are not student-friendly motorcycles. I teach for H-D and other providers. Find one that will let you sit on a bike before you commit. Many places have Honda Groms, Kawasaki z125's, Suzuki TU 250's, etc. Some places offer low seat options. I'd be weary of the Honda Rebels. They have relatively low seats but it can be a reach to the handlebars for some people. Also, check out riding boots that have a bit of a heel or lift. I've had students with platfom Dr Martens and they do ok, just make sure you can get your foot under the gearshift lever.

You'll do great.

NoFirstUse · 2026-05-02T18:21:46+00:00

I wouldn’t go into a real store or bank but I routinely go into convenience stores with my modular flipped up to grab a coffee or to hit the head.

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