Sweden, Germany, Netherlands, to name a few, and now Finland! That is where the largest international meeting of women motorcycle minds will convene this year. We bow as WIMA connects the moto lives of women on a global scale, from it’s modest USA beginnings in 1950, to it’s now renowned 3000+ membership in over twenty countries.

“Let’s put breast cancer in the history books!” Gin Shear and Sue Slate have been riding to end breast cancer since 1983 and organizing charitable events benefiting the Susan G. Komen Foundation, as a means to that end.  The Pony Express Rides, along with On Track For A Cure, bring together the medallion of hope where a sisterhood of dedication and commitment expresses their unwavering support.

Three’s a charm! This year will mark  the third anniversary of a unique and diverse group of women riders: sport bike junkies. Since it’s inception, women have been head over wheels forming bonds with kindred spirits and taking on The Dragon at Deals Gap.   All for a good cause of course! Proceeds from the rally weekend will  go to the Tiffany Weirbach “Sportbikegirl” Melanoma Foundation.

These ladies are considered “The Royalty” of the women’s motorcycling community. Reigning as the original women’s club since 1941, both women and men flank to their sides to bask in their presence and wisdom. Each year a convention is held by a different district around the US where it is mandatory that all Motor Maids who attend must ride their motorcycle to and fro. This too, shows why they are held in such high esteem.

This Canadian gathering epitomizes the traditional rally appeal with poker runs, scavenger hunts, contests, banquets and much more… but there’s a catch! It is a “women’s only” festivity. Women In the Wind converge from the US and Canada to commune and celebrate being a woman rider of all makes and models. Hmm… wonder why it is said that “What happens in Alberta, stays in Alberta…?”

The WOW spirit of motorcycling encompasses all walks of the moto-life extending out to women who ride their own, pillion riders, fans of the machine or just gals who love the camaraderie. The Women On Wheels organization boasts 3500+ members and is growing strong fueled by nurturing support of the enthusiast spirit with their ongoing Annual International Ride-In weekend.

Women riders nationwide came together to share their passion for motorcycling and to passionately fight against breast cancer. This year $25,000 was raised for the Susan G. Komen Foundation by those who attended the “all-women” rally in Gettysburg, PA. Activities promoted ran the gamut from Biker Bingo and a Tattoo Contest, to the grand Finale Banquet where survivors and victims of breast cancer were honored for their strength and courage in battling this disease.

Each October, to commemorate National Breast Cancer Month, Australia’s WIMA sisters and others embark on their annual charity ride to benefit New South Wales Breast Cancer Institute. The Pink Ribbon Ride is open to men and women of all two wheeled species who raise money through sponsorships, which makes this ride so special. It is about people helping people, getting out there, hitting the pavement and shining a light on this life-threatening issue. Last year’s event raised over $16,000 and had 736 riders - spectacular!