Recently, two Tuesdays ago recently, I had my first crashed in motion on my bike (a new Cannondale CAAD8 I am proud to say). Was going about 20-25 mph on a shallow decline, on a shoulder as well, and I ran out of room on the shoulder. I soon was on gravel, then I decided to try and turn two vertical inches up onto the road. Bad decision as my front tire slipped to the right and I face planted the asphalt, and rolled into the middle of the road. Thank God no cars were around.

Today my face is healed. I have pushed 40 mph on a short decent to get rid of any fear I may have about fast decents...but there's a decline that I could easily top 45 if I push it. but, the descent has a long, sharp-ish turn...that I am scared to death to haul ass through.

I was wondering if y'all had any tips to help me get rid of this fear so I can start attacking these mountains again like i was.

thanks,
Justin