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Comment on Race Starts by Robert Swafford

Robert Swafford — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 23:27:02 +0000

Christie, Thanks for posting the “how-I-got-here” story. Like you, I had an accelerated path to the racetrack. People like you, especially you, made my very short racing career incredible! Look forward to following you this season on the internet from my slightly Southern location!
Go get ‘em!!

Comment on Race Starts by Susanna

Susanna — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 07:48:01 +0000

74 bikes on grid?!?!? That’s insane! I’ve never seen more than 40. Great story. I remember when I started racing, I had to stop buying fashion. I would see a great pair of shoes and have to ask myself if they were worth more than the equivalent track time.

Comment on Race Starts by Penguirl

Penguirl — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:12:16 +0000

Great story, you are an inspiration to women everywhere!

Comment on Race Starts by Krystyna

Krystyna — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:10:18 +0000

^^^ Love the reply! LOL

Awesome write up as usual… I love your blog!!

You’ve done phenomenal girl… you have a LOT to be very proud of!

I also love how that ring is shaped like a rear tire….. Hmmmm….

Comment on Race Starts by Christie

Christie — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:30:35 +0000

I did!

It died…

Probably while I was at the track…

Comment on Race Starts by Katia

Katia — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:07:47 +0000

Did you actually ever buy that plant?

Comment on Rest in Peace by Christie

Christie — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 04:13:20 +0000

Hi Edward, so sorry about your aunt. That story hit me very hard. Best wishes, Christie

Comment on Rest in Peace by Edward

Edward — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:19:57 +0000

You made a great point in your statement Christie and I thank you for publishing this. Kathleen was my aunt and she will be greatly missed. My family and I question why she got on to this motorcycle with him after many dangerous thrilling sometimes intentional scary rides. This man clearly had no regard for his or anyone else’s life. Safety is FIRST and being cautious of who you give control to is key. If anyone can learn from this terrible tragedy it will not have to be suffered through again. Thank You

Comment on I Want to Ride, But… by Kenneth Lindstam

Kenneth Lindstam — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 01:04:40 +0000

Well I’m 43 have been riding on the street since 17 (yep 26 years on two wheels in the melee that is American highways) and I’m still in 1 piece, are their accidents that cant be avoided? Sure. Is it a reason to not do something you love? NO! Life is full of dangers and as long as you take on riding with caution and awareness it is no more dangerous then getting out of you bed in the morning, WEAR YOUR PROTECTIVE GEAR! Pay attention to cars like you don’t have a steel box around you (because you don’t but they do ) and chances are you too will have many years of healthy riding.

Comment on Kick Ass, and Be Glamorous by Kenneth Lindstam

Kenneth Lindstam — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:38:59 +0000

Not saying that Arai’s aren’t great they are have had a few, but you mite wanna give an AGV a try I bought one after lowsiding and trashing my Shoei needed a replacement for the next day and the AGV Stealth was all I could get my hands on well LUCKY ME! It is the most aerodynamically sound helmet I have ever worn at over a 100mph I cant look over my shoulder with almost no buffeting truly amazing, this is just my experience YMMV but one to defiantly give a try.

Comment on About by Shala Penevolpe

Shala Penevolpe — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 19:57:38 +0000

I am a member of Females Leading Our Way (F.L.O.W.). Females Leading Our Way (F.L.O.W.) is an organization comprised of various members of the motorcycle community that are Presidents of female motorcycle clubs, female members of co-ed motorcycle clubs, as well as female independent riders. F.L.O.W. is dedicated to promoting enjoyment and interest in ownership, riding skills and safety for persons, to females who share the passion of motorcycles.

F.L.O.W. is pleased to announce an exciting new event to empower and motivate women motorcyclists. “A Weekend Celebration for Female Riders” is the theme for this inaugural F.L.O.W. event which will be aimed at promoting sisterhood, providing education, and celebrating women motorcycle riders. The Weekend will include various educational workshops, interactive demonstrations, guest speakers and the F.L.O.W. Street Festival.
F.L.O.W. is pleased to offer you the opportunity to become a guest speaker for our 1st Annual F.L.O.W. Street Festival, featuring “How To” Clinics for the attendees, being held at the Radisson Hotel in Piscataway, New Jersey on July 14, 2012.
As a guest speaker of one of our “How To” Clinics, you will be providing invaluable education to female motorcycle riders. Clinics include, but are not limited to, the following:
How To:
· T-CLOCS · Change the Oil In Your Bike · Start an All Female MC
· Get on the Track · Properly Negotiate a Curve · Push Start Your Bike
· Drag Race · Make a Quick Stop · Tie Down Your Bike

If you would like to participate, please contact Kim McRae via email at kmlb@rcn.com or myself. You can also apply online using our 100% secure website site, http://www.regonline.com/TheFlow. Deadline for all applications is January 1, 2012.
Thank you for your interest in our 1st Annual F.L.O.W. weekend. We look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

Shala “Chokolate” Penevolpe
Females Leading Our Way (F.L.O.W.)

1st Annual F.L.O.W. Weekend
July 13-15, 2012
For more information about F.L.O.W., check out http://www.the-flow.org
To register for the 1st Annual F.L.O.W. Weekend, http://www.regonline.com/TheFlow

Comment on I Want to Ride, But… by George

George — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 23:10:40 +0000

Same here, there are risks but I don’t want to sit on the couch and watch TV and think about the risks of riding a motorcycle. I rather be riding and watch the drivers, not hope that drivers will see me.

Comment on Eat, Ride, Love by George

George — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 21:48:34 +0000

I just found your blog and already like you
I so agree with you, it seems this applies to a majority of the Yoga practitioners “I still wonder if yoga isn’t merely a vehicle, a place, in which to wear really awesome, sporty clothes, feel trendy, and look hot”
I prefer to burn calories while riding my bike, the one with an engine under me

Comment on Everyone’s Got to Start Somewhere by Clare

Clare — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 07:03:32 +0000

You are my new inspiration and idol. I started riding 4 years ago and stopped after only a season and a half, because well, I got preggers. I sold my Ninja 250 that I had ridden to bare metal, my leathers (I knew I’d never squeeze back into those size 2 puppies after having a kid), helmet, everything, but my boots. My daughter is now 2, and after reading your story I am humbled and inspired. I think mama needs to get another bike… Best wishes in 2012. I’ll be watching for you – if SPEED EVER airs Supersport – BASTARDS. Keep it shiny, Clare

Comment on About by R-j Pagan

R-j Pagan — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 06:09:21 +0000

Just found your website & your story is similar to mine I always loved watching bikes, but I had no experience & had heard all the horror stories so was reluctant to try. Then one day I decided to just do it. I got my L’s first go & havent’t looked back since. I get my full licence in 5 days. I have travelled 4 times more Km’s in the 2 years I’ve been riding then my husband has in almost 4 years. I ride alot by myself because I just love the freedom of it, I also do some group rides. Thanks for inspiring women everywhere that they can do this too. (next stop race track, maybe…………)

Comment on About by Taj McNamara

Taj McNamara — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:39:46 +0000

Cheering you….standing ovations….and girl, we need to talk.

Comment on Eat, Ride, Love by Krystyna

Krystyna — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 19:51:40 +0000

It’s not yoga… it’s crash injury prevention!

I started doing Bikram Yoga to improve my heat tolerance, first and foremost, and discovered it seriously, *seriously*, prevents injuries when you crash.
Case in point – a highside in Vegas in 2008. My ass carries a lot of energy, and it flipped over my head 5 or 6 times. Aside from a very mild concussion, I had sore abs for the next few days.
Although I do not actively participate in Bikram, or any organized yoga class any more, I do enjoy doing many of the moves, at home, in the sun, next to the pool.
Also before I workout, and often times before I ride on race weekends.

I learned how to mediate by making pain go away due to an issue completely unrelated to any injury I’ve ever attained.

Crash. Injury. Prevention. FTW

Great write up as usual! Can’t wait for the one about the recent Sunday-Funday with the crew!

Comment on Eat, Ride, Love by cody

cody — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 15:40:43 +0000

Way to go Christie. Flowing through the woods on a mountain bike om a crisp morning is definitely like meditation. Glad to see another motorcyclist find the passion. Now wait till you start learning to get smooth and quick going downhill, its similar to the feelings of control and focus that you get on the track

Comment on Eat, Ride, Love by pinkyracer

pinkyracer — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 06:31:15 +0000

yep. I used to hate those (what I called) “yoga bitches” marching to the studio down the block from me in NYC when it first became cool. I know it’s good for me, and some of my closest friends are yoga teachers. I enjoy the occassional class, but riding my bicycle is free and instant. I just need to remember to use some of those yoga stretches at home after my ride! I no longer see it as a trendy thing, it’s just another form of exercise to me. If people want to turn it into something more, well, at least they’re getting excited about doing something that’s good for their health.

Comment on Eat, Ride, Love by Christie

Christie — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 04:17:37 +0000

P.S. Photo credits to Joseph Krauskopf, a great guy, great cyclist and CEO of http://www.speedilicious.com/!