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Iron Horse Cowgirls: Women Motorcyclists of the 1930s and 1940s

Starting a new project is one of the most exciting things in my world. There is so much to learn and always interesting challenges along the way. This book has the working title of IRON HORSE COWGI…

Interested in the courageous women who paved the way for female riders of today? Check in with my newest blog. Ride safe, everyone!

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Caption Contest! Enter to win the giant kielbasa! (Hornell Hill Climb, Sept 1, 1935)

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In September, 1937, they rode their motorcycles to Washington DC and later visited the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington Cemetery. The experience was sobering.

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In those days, it didn’t take long to get out into the country. The pungent smell of manure mixed with a scent of pine filled the air.

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Best friends for life. This is before it was called a “suicide shift.” (Oct. 1936)

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Wasaga Beach, Ontario. (The Daytona of Canada, Aug. 16, 1939)

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They’re going to ride with the boys today. The day is fine, the destination will be determined. It’s the ride that counts. Hear those engines purr?