Another girl joins the boards

Greetings fellow women riders :)

I just put an intro in the new members section. Just wanted to let you know it's there- I see there's some threads in here about gear, I won't revive all of them. If anyone needs help with women's gear, let me know.

I currently ride with an Alpinestars leather jacket, A*'s leather pants, and they zip together. Highly recommend 2pc suits for a woman- easier for bathroom breaks :) I wear "Cuddleduds" ladies long underwear under my leathers during colder months. The silky material makes it easier to take your leathers on/off.

I have a Suomy helmet, fits well, even with long hair. I recommend a smoke tinted shield as an accessory.

I also have Sidi women's boots. They're fantastic. And, were only $220 through my local dealer.

For gloves, I have size small Alpinestars, with soft knuckles.

I struggled for years with bad fitting men's gear. If you have the same issues, I can help you find a good fit. I ride with several other women, and one of us usually has experience with gear of one type or another.

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I am a big advocate of women riding sportbikes, although I am far from a feminist. I am willing to help answer any riding/gear/bike questions any women on the board may have.

I've been riding sportibikes for 9 years. I currently own a 2002 R6, the red/white/blk version. I've also owned 2 Aprilia Sr-50's as pit bikes, a 2000 Bandit 600, and an EX500.

I recently participated in my first trackday. It was a great time!! I ran in a Ladies Only session, complete with women control riders. I highly encourage everyone to try one trackday for the experience.

Some pics:
Trackday, Blackhawk Farms Raceway, South Beloit, IL
http://gntbldr.com/coppermine/albums/userpics/normal_BHF6-7-06%20564%20%282%29.jpg

Tail of the Dragon, North Carolina
http://gntbldr.com/coppermine/albums/userpics/Lisa%20at%20Gap%202.jpg

First traffic stop of the year, 80mph in a 30mph zone.
http://gntbldr.com/coppermine/albums/userpics/normal_crashcop.jpg

Foothills Parkway, NC
http://gntbldr.com/coppermine/albums/userpics/normal_Crash%20and%20bike%20Foothills.jpg[/QUOTE]

Welcome to the board. I see you done some ridin in NC/TN but ur from WI? Long ways from home. Upstate SC here, always up in Western NC riding. Dont get anybetter! I got 01 r6, used to look just like urs, had it painted blue to match my car though....ever this way again, hit me up, ill show u some nice roads.

Are any of the girls you ride with really short? Like 5'0" short? I'm trying to find a bike for a friend....

Welcome! It is nice having another female on the boards. Maybe i won't be the only one online on a regular basis... it gets lonely with all the men. Haha. I'm actually looking to getting some new gear. I've lost a little weight and that made the bad fitting men's gear worse haha! I'm definatly looking at A-star. But yeah... anyways... WELCOME GIRLIE!

Welcome fellow girlie! Agree with the sidi boots, soooooooooo good, I only use Arai lids & Dainese 2 piece leathers, it is a bitch to get good fitting ladies gear but it has got a lot better in the UK & there are now girl2bikes stores which stock nothing but girlie bike clothing, pure heaven....

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I am a big advocate of women riding sportbikes, although I am far from a feminist. I am willing to help answer any riding/gear/bike questions any women on the board may have.

I've been riding sportibikes for 9 years. I currently own a 2002 R6, the red/white/blk version. I've also owned 2 Aprilia Sr-50's as pit bikes, a 2000 Bandit 600, and an EX500.

I recently participated in my first trackday. It was a great time!! I ran in a Ladies Only session, complete with women control riders. I highly encourage everyone to try one trackday for the experience.

Some pics:
Trackday, Blackhawk Farms Raceway, South Beloit, IL
http://gntbldr.com/coppermine/albums/userpics/normal_BHF6-7-06%20564%20%282%29.jpg

Tail of the Dragon, North Carolina
http://gntbldr.com/coppermine/albums/userpics/Lisa%20at%20Gap%202.jpg

First traffic stop of the year, 80mph in a 30mph zone.
http://gntbldr.com/coppermine/albums/userpics/normal_crashcop.jpg

Foothills Parkway, NC
http://gntbldr.com/coppermine/albums/userpics/normal_Crash%20and%20bike%20Foothills.jpg[/QUOTE]


Welcome to the boards.

Just so you know....

Foothills Parkway is in Tennessee.

(And for everyone else, for the record) And 100% of the tail of the dragon is in Tennessee. They stop counting curves once you get into NC.

Next time you come down, Let me know. Several R6/1 forum members in the area. :cheers

Hey ladies,
Finally...some other girls. lol. It is nice to see some girls out here. I am from Cali and I ride with 6 other chicks. It's fun.

In regards to the gear. I have a two piece womans alpine star suit and I hate it compared to my new Dainese woman's one piece. 100% more comfortable and better looking. That would be my recommendation. Although it is a bit more pricy it is worth it.