From the author of Women, Motorcycles and the Road to Empowerment: Fifty Inspirational Stories of Adventure and Self-Discovery (Jansen, Women, Motorcycles and the Road to Empowerment: Fifty Inspiational Stories of Adventure and Self Discovery, 2011), this blog contains articles from Liz and other female riders including advice, inspirational stories, and links to other resources. Updated often the blog contains valuable information on topics such as Principles of Survival, Women and Motorcycles, and Lessons on Balance. Although there is some shameless promotion of the Author’s book, the site is informative and useful.
This is the blog of Brittany Morrow, the rider who is now famous/infamous for being nearly skinned alive in an accident in 2005. About this blog, Brittany States, ““I want to make the world a better place for motorcyclists (and all people) through education, training, testimony, and motorcycling! I have been carving this path for several years, and a rocky one it has been! I got back on (my own bike this time) and decided to use my experiences as a tool to teach others. I’ve done many things, seen many places, and met many people who want the same things I want for the world. I hope that documenting my efforts through this blog will inspire others to travel off the beaten path as well.” The blog is updated somewhat regularly with inspiring stories and information about safe riding.
Donna started her blog in 2009 and it chronicles her own riding adventures. She states, ” I am now a 6 year veteran rider, with better nonsense than sense, and having the time of my life. In that spirit I begin this site to attempt sharing the absolute overwhelming strength and autonomy I receive from the simple act of riding a motorcycle." The blog includes articles on safety, riding, and issues particular to women. Guest bloggers also contribute.
An expectant mother and rider, Carolyn blogs about motorcycles, riding, hockey and various topics. She states, “Anyway, the point of this journal is just to have some fun, meet some people, and, most importantly, blather endlessly about my motorcycles. Hope you enjoy it.” There is a fantastic section on the blog about bike maintenance as well as many other useful articles.
Bolty is also known as Stacey, a female motorcycle rider. Stacy states, “I originally started this blog to write about my experiences in learning to ride. Unfortunately, I spent too much time riding and not enough time writing. My posts started to cover a little bit of everything: motorcycle travels, events, gear reviews, and wrenching — all served with a side of snarky commentary.” She has many helpful articles on the site including one on fuel mileage and Bobby Petrino’s recent motorcycle accident.
Rachael, aka “Fuzzy” is a female motorcyclist who has been riding for over 15 years. Her blog is part travelogue, part advice column, and mostly just fun to read. Rachael says, “For more than 15 years, motorcycles have been so much a part of my life that they are a big part of what makes me, me. They have taken me on adventures and introduced me to people whom I probably wouldn’t have met otherwise. That is one of the things I love most about them.” Some of her entries include a Christmas wreath made out of a motorcycle tire, a group of riding elves, and of course her all dressed up as a nun on the back of her bike for Halloween. A great fun site with fairly regular updates.
Joanne states, “In 2007, I noticed that there were plenty of websites for you to go and purchase gear. But, no one had any information on how to find it, where to find it and how to shop for it. So I started my website, wholly dedicated to the issue of protective motorcycle gear for women. You already know how to buy things, I’m not here to tell you where to spend your money, so much as HOW to! I’m here to provide reviews, tips and insights on all things related to what you (men and women) should be wearing while riding your motorcycle or scooter. If you’re just starting out and don’t know what to wear, how it should fit or where to get it, I’ll do my best to point you in the right direction.” Her site is full of reviews and shopping advice for women of all sizes and skill levels. A valuable resource before you spend any money on gear!
Gail and her 17 year old daughter ride together and this is the blog of their adventures. Gail says, “My now 17 year old daughter and I have traveled the country by motorcycle; but mostly we're traveling through life together. I enjoy sharing our story with others and exposing people to a new way of thinking about what it means to be a motorcyclist.” The blog includes the adventures of mother and daughter, videos, maintenance tips and techniques as well as links to other blogs and resources
According to Heather, this is “a blog featuring independent reviews and updates written by, well, a woman who rides. Not the usual tech-spec rundown, info posted on RevGirl focuses on the visceral reaction and overall impression of gear, bikes, events, and professional women competitor’s results.” There is a wealth of product reviews as well as introspective articles, surveys, and event information