Originally Posted by Riveting

I've built up a solid tolerance for beer and alcohol, and I never have a single drop before riding (or using power tools) because I know alcohol affects my dexterity and motor skills pretty quickly. But one time after a major organized century ride a few years ago, I cashed in two of my drink coupons for some well-earned beers, and I then tried to ride my bike just a few hundred yards back to my car, and it reminded me why I choose to not drink before riding.