I was introduced to the phenomenal properties of merino wool last summer when I bought a couple of Icebreaker brand T-shirts to take for a six-week summer road trip. I was so impressed, that in my quest to have the minimum gear with the maximum function, I had to try the base layer to wear under my motorcycle jacket and pants. I chose Icebreaker brand.
Review: Merino Wool Base Layer for Motorcyclists
Mustang Seats, known for its innovations in offering custom colored motorcycle saddles, is rolling out new options this month to its pink motorcycle seat offerings, a campaign its calling “Fight Like A Girl.” This campaign comes on the heels of last years campaign called “Comfort With a Cause.”
“Fight Like A Girl” with Pink Options for Motorcycle Seats
If you ride a Harley-Davidson motorcycle, you know pink is more than just a color. Integrating the color pink is an ongoing pledge to those affected by breast cancer—letting them know that nobody rides alone, on the road or through life.
Harley-Davidson Adds New Items to Pink Label Line
Schuberth broke ground two years ago when it introduced the C3W, a highly researched, richly featured full-face helmet for women. I reviewed the C3W then and found it to be amazing in all areas, and well worth its then $699 price tag. The cost has since dropped to $499.
Review: Schuberth C3 Pro Women Helmet
Protective jeans are all the rage! Now more than ever we’re seeing companies making denim motorcycle riding pants for women and men that are lined with abrasion resistant fabrics like Kevlar, Dupont’s brand name for its aramid fibers.
Review: Sliders Bella Jeans With Kevlar and Armor
A pair of ProTouring 2 Ladies’ Boots completed my BMW touring suit ensemble that I reviewed earlier on WRN. As with any of my gear choices, I look for apparel that will protect me, be comfortable and take me through any weather I can withstand on my motorcycle.
Review: ProTouring 2 Motorcycle Riding Boots
We receive a lot of books to review at Women Riders Now. We dont have time to read and review them all, however perusing through them, weve selected these four book we think are worth checking out.
New Books: Riding New Englands Fall Colors, Touring Advice, History and More!
We’ve become big fans of Racer Gloves these days because the company is committed to making quality gloves that all riders can wear—plus, there are specific sizes for women. Racer’s Queen glove is made from soft and pliable goatskin leather with a waterproof Polymax brand membrane. The company even offers a five-year warranty on its waterproofing
REVIEW: Waterproof Cool Weather Riding Gloves
These days it seems there are as many different cell phones and music devices as there are fish in the sea. And finding just the right mounting unit that fits both your phone and your motorcycle can be a challenge. The X-Grip Adapter Mount from Leader Motorcycle Accessories simplifies the search with a one-size fits most!
New Product: Universal Cell Phone Mount for Motorcycles
Ride Empowered is a new women’s motorcycle boutique, with a goal of serving all women motorcyclists’ needs and putting an end to the frustration of not finding the right gear.
Motorcycling Gear Apparel Store for Women Now Open