Damn
You got more nerve than me, but keep up the good work. Old Guys Rule !
Vintage racing actually has helped a lot, in many ways. Seemed to take the pressure off a bit because nobody was really taking it too serious. Most are racing just for fun. The fluttery nerves were always there, but you just refuse to let it stop you. And the more you do it, the more your confidence grows and the butterflies fade.
I also realized that having someone to race against, someone to challenge you, is more important and fun than just winning a moto by yourself.
The numbers grow quick when on one vintage race weekend you race 9 times, (1 hare scramble race, then 4 Vintage moto's, and then 4 Post Vintage moto's).
I also watch my race videos often. We have many good Ohio Vet racers that I study closely looking for ways that I can improve. Most are members on this sight.
Said it before but it bears repeating:
Being a vet motorcycle racer in your 40's, 50's and older, is cool as hell.
"You're no Poser or wanna-be" You're out there doing it!