In this first of two-parts, we explore four of seven ways to cultivate empowerment. Excerpted from Women, Motorcycles and the Road to Empowerment. The messages are universal, so if motorcycles are not your “thing”, substitute whatever works for you. Infinite …
You’ve done it!! You’re Easy Rider! You’ve set a stretch goal, challenged yourself, doubted yourself – and succeeded. You’ve tasted the freedom, independence and adventure that riding a motorcycle delivers. You’re pumped with adrenaline and confidence, envisioning yourself riding down …
Transitioning from Student to Easy Rider: 5 Expectations to Manage Read more »
Over the past few months, I’ve had the pleasure of speaking with many women and men on the topic of women, motorcycles and empowerment. Everyone has a story, whether they realize it consciously or not and it’s energizing and enlightening …
International Women’s Day has been observed since in the early 1900’s – about the same time women started riding motorcycles Coincidence? I think not. Now celebrated around the world each year on March 8th, events are held throughout the month …
Five Ways Women Motorcyclists are Connecting Girls,Inspiring Futures Read more »
Empowerment: New Riders Beware! Freedom and Independence Do Not a Safe Rider Make Freedom, empowerment and confidence are the first words that spill from new riders as they describe the feelings of riding a motorcycle. We’ve all been there. We’re …
Stopping for the night during a motorcycle journey is a stark reminder of how much baggage I’m carrying. It doesn’t look or feel like a lot when I’m riding, but when it’s all unloaded and on the hotel’s trolley, it …
10 Lessons from our Motorcycle on Traveling Light Read more »
This is the third of three articles describing the 3-series women riders forum at the International Motorcycle Supershow, January 6 – 8, 2011 at the International Centre, Mississauga. This forum takes place on January 8 at 11:00 a.m. in the …
This is the first of three articles describing the 3-series women riders forum at the International Motorcycle Supershow, January 6 – 8, 2011 at the International Centre, Mississauga. This forum takes place on January 6 at 7:00 p.m. in the …
Women Riders’ Forum at IMSS – The Road to Empowerment Read more »
With the calendar ready to flip over into a new year, many resolutions are being made. What are you going to do differently this year than you’ve done other years? What new things are you going to try? What have …
10 Things to consider before trying something new – like a motorcycle! Read more »
The embarrassment is immediate. Then there’s that sickening feeling when you see your bike lying over on it’s side. It’s even more painful when it’s new. But that’s not the worst. Assuming no major damage to bike or body, shattered …