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The Road Goddess Guide
Mind
In a
Green
State of Mind
Feeling a bit eco-conscious
lately? Increased awareness about the current
conditions of our planet has most people thinking
about what their own ecological footprint looks like-
and for most, it's not so pretty. As motorcyclists, we
can reduce our impact on
the environment and show Mother Nature the respect she
deserves. Afterall, isn't it She whom graciously
provides us with such beautiful lands to ride and
roam? So let’s
return the favor! Try some of these ideas to help make
your step a little greener.
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Do not dump
antifreeze,
brake fluid and other engine lubricants down the
drain, sidewalks or grass. These toxic substances
eventually filter back into the water supply
affecting the eco-systems of plants, animals and
people.
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Recycle your motor
oil.
If you get your oil changed at
a service station, make sure they participate in
recycling. If you do it yourself, seal your oil in
a container and drop it off at a recycling outlet in
your area. Statistics show the U.S. consumes about a
billion gallons of oil per year and about 350
million ends up in the environment.
FYI: One quart
contaminates 250,000 gallons of water!
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Tires. Inflate
your tires to the proper pressure, by doing this you
prolong the life of your tires and save gas. Keep
your old tires out of the landfills by disposing of
them at a recycling center where these days about
80.4% are being commercially re-used as playground
bedding, asphalt pavement and much more.
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Recharge/Recycle your batteries. A
major source of contamination in dump sites, batteries
containing hazardous materials, such as acid and
lead. These materials may break down through
incineration polluting our air or are leached into the
soil. This goes for all household batteries as well.
Resources:
Earth911.org
Weekend
Warrior or Eco-Warrior, you decide
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMUVCeHCt9g
Body
Heat Stress
Long summer days
invite the rider in all of us to gear up and head out on
the open road and most of are willing to oblige.
But be careful. Baking sun, hot
asphalt and sweltering gear make a risky concoction.
The possibility of dehydration, heat exhaustion and
heat stroke on a long hot day is high. Some symptoms
of heat stress that might occur are lack of
coordination, impaired judgment and fatigue - all
crucial elements to a
safe journey. So prepare yourself, avoid heat stress
by taking various precautions:
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Consume plenty of water early,
even before you start your ride and continue to
drink water throughout the day. Add a sports drink
into your liquid intake to replace any vital salts
you may be losing.
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Pace yourself with frequent
stops to cool down,
don’t push yourself. Also snack lightly rather than
eating heavy meals to remain alert and deter
sluggishness.
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Choose gear that is
well ventilated and light in color,
instead of full leathers. Please steer clear of
wearing T-shirts and shorts they provide
little or no protection and encourages sunburn. And
don’t
forget the sunblock!
Can’t beat good
ol’ common sense. If the day is truly going to be a
scorcher, head out early and miss the brunt of the
heat.
Soul
Feed your inner spirit:
If Rock and Roll were
a machine ~ It would be a motorcycle.
Turn the throttle,
feel the music.
Ride and jam.
~Terry Davis
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Laura Smith Trendy Helmet
Famed to be the best looking
helmet in the world, this retro helmet is designed
to satisfy a moto-mom’s every expectation- style,
safety and all. The DOT approved “Trendy” is made
of hand stitched Italian eco-leather that comes in
three different color schemes with an ultra soft
Dupont â
liner. To complete your chic ensemble, the Laura
Smith collection also has the option to purchase a
matching bag, sunglasses or gloves.
handmadehelmets.com
Biker Chix Riding Glasses
Biker Chix has a complete line of
riding glasses specially created for women. The
contoured wrap around design are fitted for
smaller face frames to block out wind and sun. All
styles feature impact resistant lenses for extra
durability in shades of blue, silver, smoke and
copper. The fit and fashion guaranteed to enhance
any gal’s riding experience
pacificcoastsunglasses.com
Roadgear Multi-Tasker Sport
Briefcase
Mixing work and riding just got a
little easier with this versatile soft briefcase
by Roadgear. Chock full of features and
compartments, so you can organize to your heart’s
desire with plenty of room to spare for a little
extra gear. The bag also boasts the confidence of
a 10-year warranty and fully coated Cordura
material made in the U.S.A. Perfect size to stow
in your saddle bags or wear as a backpack.
whitehorsegear.com
Cameleon Power-Sports Apparel
Invisible Armor
Heading from work to a PTA meeting
then out to dinner? No need to stop between to
change your outfit. Cameleon Power-Sports Apparel
has just the dual purpose motorcycle armor that
works with your existing wardrobe to fit any
social occasion on a mom’s agenda. The comfortable
lightweight jacket is made of a Lycra-blend
fabric, both flexible and figure flattering, with
moisture resistant protective pads designed by
Crash Pads, Inc. strategically placed to protect
and move with your body. Definitely fashion meets
function!
cameleonapparel.com
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