Motorcycle safety, musings and more.
Buying motorcycle gear is often a game of trade-offs. Sacrifice a bit of style for better protection, sacrifice a little protection for better cooling, sacrifice everything you had hoped for because nothing fits quite right... It’s rare for one …
[Read more...] about No Compromises: Stellar Moto Stratosphere Jumpsuit Review
The women’s motorcycle community is changing every day: new riders, new events, new magazines, new gear manufacturers... And while this is certainly an exciting time for our niche, I often find myself craving the insight of someone with experience. …
[Read more...] about Helping One Person at a Time: An Interview with Joanne Donn of GearChic
A year ago, I looked at my life and thought, something is missing. Overall, I was happy. I had a steady, flexible job with decent pay, a picturesque little home, a goofy cat and a much-loved partner. But I was tired. Tired of circular projects …
When I started shopping for my first motorcycle, I knew exactly what I wanted: a manageably-sized, unique vintage bike that struck the perfect balance between vintage patina and reliability. It was love at first sight when I found my now-rebuilt …
[Read more...] about 5 Things I Wish I Had Known Before Buying My First Motorcycle
Photo from my day at the Northwest Motorcycle Clinic Some people are great at building muscle memory. I am not one of those people. Although I knew I wanted to ride a motorcycle from the moment I first let off a clutch, I got overwhelmed …
[Read more...] about How to Learn to Ride a Motorcycle (Even if You’re Nervous)
