Female Ride Day gearing up

From Motoress

TORONTO, ON -- With the International FEMALE RIDE DAY only weeks away, women everywhere are preparing to hop on their motorcycles and just ride. Introduced in Canada last year, the event takes place annually on the first Friday of May, spotlighting women who ride and celebrating the many numbers who do.

This is a day devoted to women motorcycle riders of all ages and all experience levels emphasizing their passion for the activity whether riding alone or with a club.

“I have received feedback from women all over the world about participating in this year’s FEMALE RIDE DAY,” said Vicki Gray, campaign founder. “It’s not an organized event, nor is it associated with a charity or fundraiser. This was intentionally done to ensure the sole focus remained on women riders. With that said, I have heard from many women across Canada, the United States, England, The Netherlands, and even as far as Australia about how they plan on enjoying organized rides, some including fundraisers, to celebrate the day.”

Gray, along with other supporters, will kick off the day in Toronto by meeting at the Princes’ Gates of the CNE at 8:00am on Friday, May 2. From there, those not having to go to work are welcome to enjoy a short city ride and perhaps visit a few local stops or dealerships. This is just one of the city kick-offs to coincide with many others worldwide, including one in Milwaukee at Harley-Davidson’s headquarters with parking for female riders, a short ride at noon and a Garage Party at the end of the day.

Trev Deeley Motorcycles in Vancouver will also participate with discounts and a draw for women who show a valid motorcycle rider’s license. Many riders across Canada and worldwide have organized rides at the close of the work day to celebrate.

In 2007, participants were invited to send in their photographs capturing a moment during their FEMALE RIDE DAY experience to be featured on the website and receive a ride day souvenir. Participants will be offered the same opportunity in 2008.