A Look Back at 2018 The Future of Motorcycling Season 6 Episode 4 Segment 3

 Season 6 Episode 4 Segment 3
The Future of Motorcycling Part 1

We met with Sarah from the Harleys Owners Group.  A group that meets about twice a month for different events, functions, and rides.

Sarah, who is 27, is a Muslim woman and motorcycle rider.  She says as a Muslim woman, the riding community has been very warm, welcoming, accepting and inviting.

As for the future of motorcycling, shes says the community that is diverse but comes together with shared interests of wanting to get out together and explore.  In a very polarized and diverse community, the riding people have come together.

Women don't have to be fearless to be brave.

Sarah has bonded with the people in her group because just as she is discriminated against for wearing her hijab, riders from the community are discriminated against because of their gear and the stereotypes placed upon them.

Inclusiveness in the riding community is what keeps is women coming back and passing it on to the next generation.

If you are blessed enough to live where you can be riding today, please remember to ride like everyone around you is blind and can not see you.

Belt Drive Betty

Editor & Rider

A Look Back at 2018 The Future of Motorcycling Season 6 Episode 4 Segment 2

Season 6 Episode 4 Segment 2
The Future of Motorcycling Part 1

Ride Like a Local finished up their interview with Erin and Lauren of Litas Calgary chapter.
Renee asked them if the had a bucket list, where would they be in 5 years.
Erin states she will be travelling.  But within that 5 years she would like to see more empowerment of women as a collective.
Lauren states within 5 years she would like to see an attitude where all are welcome.  She would like women to feel the sisterhood and be a part of the riding family.

www,thelitas.co/calgary

Next we spoke with Isabella.  A feisty and sweet 7 year old that loves the Litas.  She says her mom is a Lita and her mom says the Litas will be a very good place for her when shes older!

It was time to speak with Rob.  Rob is a 25 year old man working at Heritage Harley Davidson on the South side of Edmonton AB.  Rob has been riding for about 10 years now, and says he was inspired by his dad.  His dad had a bike and together the toured all over the place including British Columbia.

Working at Harley Davidson has given him perspective on the different types of riding and the different styles of bikes and how each one rides differently.

He says his generation is different than that of the older generation.  The younger generation, speaking only for himself, still feel they have a lot to prove.  To ride fast and to be a biking bad ass.
The older generation don't have anything to prove as they have already been there and done that.  Now it's time to sit back and enjoy the ride.
Both generations still have that sense of adventure and every age loves the comrade of the community.

If you are blessed enough to live where you can be riding today, please remember to ride like everyone around you is blind and can not see you.

Belt Drive Betty

Editor & Rider

A Look Back at 2018 The Future of Motorcycling Season 6 Episode 4 Segment 1

Season 6 Episode 4 Segment 1

The Future of Motorcycling Part 1
Calgary Motorcycle Show

Litas Motorcycle Club was recently formed in Calgary AB and has chapters in both Edmonton AB and Calgary AB.  Ride Like a Local interviewed the co-founders Erin Woon age 31 and Lauren Reschke age 28.

When asked what inspired the ladies to ride they had this to say:

Erin, who rides a 2015 Harley Sportster Custom XL says "It's me time, a time when I'm not dependent on my spouse.  I can appreciate whats around me.  With social media we tend to forget whats around us."  Erin grew up in a bike family.  Dad was a Harley man.  Erin, who is a transplant from Colorado to Canada said her husband had his first bike.  He encouraged her to get her license and the rest is history.  She states it was the best decision she ever made.

Lauren, who rides a Harley Sportster Iron883, says "It's a time that I am 100% present.  I'm not distracted by the phone or multitasking.  I am focused on the road the experience and using all of my senses.  It's a totally freeing feeling.  Lauren said she was riding on the back of her dads bike and could not see out front.  She knew she needed her own bike so she could be in control and see the view.

Litas has partnered with Calgary Harley Davidson to start doing charitable work.  For now, they make arts and crafts to sell and choose a different charity to donate to each time.  At the Calgary Motorcycle Show, all proceeds will go to Bikers with Autism.  Also close to their hearts are charities that involve animals and women's shelters.

Litas is established in 25 countries all over the world.

If you are blessed enough to live where you can be riding today, please remember to ride like everyone around you is blind and can not see you.

Belt Drive Betty

Editor & Rider

A Look Back at 2018 at the Ride for Mom on Season 6 Episode 3 Segment 3

Season 6 Episode 3 Segment 3
 Ride for Mom Nisku AB


Standing beside her bike, Ride Like a Local spoke with Yvonne Wright, a seasoned rider from Calgary AB.
She stated why she was on the ride that day:
"Any abuse makes me teary.  I was able to take control of my life and if this ride helps 1 abused woman, it makes it all worthwhile."
Ride for Mom donates to Alberta women's shelters and there is simply not enough funding.  "When a shelter worker has to turn someone away because there is simply not enough beds, that worker takes that home with them.  They feel the pain."
There needs to be more alternatives and support.  With the support of the riding community, some will come for the ride  All will come for the cause.
Until one day, hopefully, we will no longer need the ride.

Ride Like a Local was then off to Tofield AB.  Once again the town of Tofield pulled off a fantastic day with the streets blocked off to accommodate the riders and the cause.
Some fun was had too.  Riders lined up to be frisked by the local sheriffs department!  The department complied and lots of laughs were had.

If you are blessed enough to live where you can be riding today, please remember to ride like everyone around you is blind and can not see you.

Belt Drive Betty

Editor & Rider

   

                                                                       

A Look Back at 2018 at the Ride for Mom on Season 6 Episode 3 Segment 2

Season 6 Episode 3 Segment 2
Clint AKA Dragon - Guardians of the Children Canada.

Ride Like a Local was on site at Blackjacks Roadhouse for the Ride for Mom motorcycle event.  We talked with Clint AKA Dragon with the Guardians of the Children Wetaskawin Group.

The mission of the Guardians of the Children is to recognize and react to child abuse and educate the public to do the same; to serve as advocates to provide strength and stability to families in crisis; and be an answer to the prayer of an abused child or teen for courage, support and protection.

Dragon states they are here to help people.  Children and parents, both moms and dads.  They also help children and protect them through the court process to give them the courage to stand up and not be afraid.

Riders are here to help educate and raise awareness about abuse.

“Don't Let Silence Drown Out Their Cries”

To learn more, to join or to donate, contact: http://www.guardiansofthechildrencanada.com/

Season 6 Episode 3 Segment 2
Krysta Shields of Blackjacks Roadhouse

On site at the Ride for Mom Motorcycle event, Ride Like a Local interviewed Krysta Shields of Blackjacks Roadhouse.  

The Shields family is responsible for the 2nd Annual Ride for Mom Motorcycle event.  A ride and fundraiser to end domestic violence.  With over 100 bikes showing up, the support has been nothing short of amazing.

The funds raised for this ride go to support 6 shelters in the Edmonton area.  Shields states that she chose domestic violence because it is often overlooked and does not have the proper funding. The cause is perfect for the riding community as someone always knows someone in such a situation.

Among the sponsors Krysta credits Edge Harley Davidson, Harley Davidson of Edmonton, Klondike Insurance, Pratts Food and ATB Financial.  They are happy to say that all $30.00 of the registration fee is going directly to A.C.W.S.

Please visit Blackjacks Roadhouse or Ride for Mom for more information, to join or to donate!

Season 6 Episode 3 Segment 2
Alberta Sheriffs Department

At the motorcycle event, Ride for Mom, Ride Like a Local TV spent just a few minutes with Sargeant Daryl Brown and Sargeant Tad Childs of the Alberta Sheriffs Department.

The two Sergeants are on hand as escorts for the Ride for Mom event.  They say a member of the Sheriff family, who is also an organizer of the event, asked them to help out and they were more than happy to say yes.

They say that the most important thing is the community getting together to have a bit of fun, and to raise awareness for an end to domestic violence.

Thank you to the Alberta Sheriffs Department.
If you are blessed enough to live where you can be riding today, please remember to ride like everyone around you is blind and can not see you.

Belt Drive Betty
Editor & Rider

A Look Back at 2018 at Ride for Mom in Season 6 Episode 3 Segment 1

Season 6 Episode 3 Segment 1
Patricia Nicholl of the Alberta Council of Women's Shelters.

Sitting at Blackjacks Roadhouse in Nisku, AB, surrounding by about 70 bikes on the Ride for Mom charity event, Ride Like a Local interviewed Patricia Nicholl of the Alberta Council of Women's Shelters.

Alberta Council of Women's Shelters is an advocacy group for women's shelters in Alberta.  They are the voices of the shelters and provide education, fundraisers, and events to raise money in support.  They provide support to their members and leaders and look for solutions to end domestic violence.

These shelters save lives, strengthen families and improve communities.

Every knows someone who has been a victim of domestic violence.  Raise awareness as we are stronger together.

To learn more or to donate, go to https://acws.ca/about-acws

If you are blessed enough to live where you can be riding today, please remember to ride like everyone around you is blind and can not see you.

Belt Drive Betty
Editor & Rider

A Look Back at 2018 at the Edmonton Motorcycle Show Season 6 Episode 2 Segment 3

Season 6 Episode 2 Segment 3
Clint Rabb with Edge Harley Davidson Lloydminster

Ride Like a Local was at the Edmonton Motorcycle Show and spoke with the exuberant Clint Rabb of Edge Harley Davidson Lloydminster. 

This years big news seems to be the discontinuation of the Harley Davidson Dyna.  Rabb states that the new bikes are so amazing and people have shown so much interest, that the transition has been pretty seamless.

Some of the best models this year?  Gabb likes two of them.  The Road Glide Special and the Street Glide Special.  Both come in amazing colours as well as the customary black and are all blacked out.  The ride on these bikes is amazing.

Come down and see Clint Rabb at Edge Harley Davidson Lloydminster.  He will set you up and fit you with a new bike.  They now have the Harley Davidson Riding School where they will set you up right from the beginning to getting you on the road.

Service won't end with a contract here.  You will become a part of the Harley Davidson family!

If you are blessed enough to live where you can be riding today, please remember to ride like everyone around you is blind and can not see you.

Belt Drive Betty
Editor & Rider