Women In The Wind

By: Shirley Dicks

We all have the stereotype set in our minds: The rebel without a cause. Tom Cruise racing off to join Top Gun. The rough and tough guys in black leather jackets looking to cause trouble. However, times are changing. Now, motorcycles appeal to men and women of all ages and backgrounds. So why exactly would a woman want to consider a mode of transport that makes her wear a helmet that will ruin any carefully arranged hairstyle? Why would she want to get around on a motorcycle that will have her wearing jeans and big boots, that has no heater or comfy seats, and will get her drenched if she happens to be away from home when the heavens open up?Motorcycling used to be known as only a man's sport, but today things are different. Women have taken to the road in large numbers and for many different reasons. The old movies portrayed women with hardly any clothes on, standing in front of a motorcycle, following her boyfriends lead. With the wind whipping in their faces, and the pavement just a few inches away, it's a way of life for many. Women who do it say it's a freedom that you couldn't understand unless you're on a bike. Who is out there riding? Hairstylists, waitresses, officer workers, nurses, doctors, attorneys, mothers, grandmothers, and women from all occupations ride motorcycles. It takes a certain type of woman to get on a motorcycle and ride it herself, says Heather. A lot of women will shy away from even riding on the back of a bike, and some will be content to always be pillion without ever learning to ride themselves. Because of this, you can usually assume a certain amount of common characteristics in a woman you meet that rides herself, particularly confidence, independence, and an inner strength to deal with all the adversities that can accompany such a pursuit.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1475094108
• ISBN13: 9781475094107
• Release Date: April 2012
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.8" x 6.0"