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July-September 2007

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Women Pioneers:

Honoring Women Making Motorcycle History

Tami Rice

A leader and a legend in women’s motocross, Tami Rice a.k.a. “Wild Rice”,

heeds her inner calling to uphold and maintain equal rights for female racers.

This calling runs deep in her blood, being the daughter

of motocross pioneer John Rice. MX racing is just

second nature to her, she

was born to race. In the

late 1980s and early 90s, Rice was one of the

founding members in the

first American Suzuki

Women’s Motocross Team, which traveled cross country

setting precedents and advocating for a woman’s place on the track. It's no surprise that she caught

the eye of the international sector and was contacted

by Italian promoters wanting US involvement in the 1992

La Femme International Motocross Championships. Without much ado by Tami, the US Women’s MX Team

was assembled and off to Italy. After successfully competing abroad, Tami approached one of her sponsors, Acerbis USA,

with a concept for designing

a chest protector that fit

a woman’s needs - at the

time chest protectors were made only for men.

Today female motocross racers world wide wear a protector known as Acerbis “Ladies Fusion”, thanks to

Tami's efforts and input.

Nowadays, Tami is an influential MSF Dirt Bike instructor and webmastress

of motocross-related

Web sites such as WomensMXhistory.com,

while continuing to compete

in AHRMA vintage and WMA events. It's her unwavering dedication to all things

women MX, that

HH honors “Wild Rice” as a true pioneer.

www.Train2ride.com

Review

Serial Number 6218

Written by Michelle Ann Duff

Illustrated by Kathy Kaiser

Ever wonder what your motorcycle must be thinking or feeling? Get inside the mind of 6218, an ambitious Yamaha FZR racing motorcycle who must come to terms with the fact that he will be “just another road bike” - ridden by a woman to boot! Ride along as 6218 learns to face his disappointment and embrace life’s unanticipated rewards. The vibrant illustrations capture the personality and feelings of the characters flawlessly. Overall, an endearing children’s story based on the author, Michelle Duff‘s, real motorcycle and how the two became kindred spirits. This unique book deserves a place in your Moto-Library collection! FYI: Rumor has it there is a sequel in store for 6218, a Montana adventure with a HD love interest…can’t wait!

Biker Baby Cassidy’s First Motorcycle Ride

Written and Illustrated by Cathy Schwartz Holt

Cassidy awakes to a loud noise and what do her eyes see but a two wheeled beast… what could it be? Why it’s her mom and dad’s new toy! So begins the charming tale of a young girl who discovers a new wonder: a motorcycle. Follow along with Cassidy as she learns about the sights, sounds and safety gear of motorcycling. An entertaining and informative introduction into the riding experience from a child’s perspective - the wee biker in your life. This 30-page paperback book is full of easy-to-read bright eyed curiosity and adorable hand drawn illustrations that is sure to be treasured by readers of all ages.