Sturgis Hall of Famer – Gloria Struck

Posted by on Aug 27, 2011 in Events, Full Throttle Living, Motorcycle Clubs, Windsisters | 2 comments It’s about time that the oldest member of the Motor Maids is recognized for her lifetime achievements in the world of motorcycling.  Gloria Tramontin Struck is a 2011 inductee into the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame.  She joins the likes of Peter Fonda, Jay Leno, Robbie Kneivel, and of course William Harley and the entire Davidson family.  Gloria’s in good company… Gloria IS great...
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Diamond Posse

Posted by on Aug 21, 2011 in Events, Motorcycle Clubs | 1 comment A diamond… it has the highest hardness of any gemstone, each is unique, formed under high pressure, known for blingability and adornment, highly reflective, disperse light into a fabulous spectrum of color, and a symbol of love. What happens when you get four women together who have these same qualities? The Diamond Posse! I love it when women get together and do something AMAZING! I got...
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Stone House Saloon

Posted by on Aug 14, 2011 in Sturgis | 2 comments Finally home from a week in Sturgis and have so much to tell you!! Enjoy these next few posts as I share my experiences at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally!! For all the times I’d been out to the Sturgis Rally, I thought I’d been at every little hole-in-the-wall bar. Or atleast I’d heard of every little hole-in-the-wall bar. This year I got off the beaten path and stumbled upon a fantastic...
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Biker Belles… Deadwood to the Chip

Posted by on Aug 6, 2011 in Events, Sturgis | 0 comments We’ve come a long way, baby… it’s not just a cigarette slogan but a banner for all women motorcyclists. Oh yes… we have come a long way. Back to the years of Effie and Avis Hotchkiss, women have defied the norm and taken up motorcycling as a sport… as a way of life. And thanks to all the strong, passionate women who have gone before me, I, too will take my place in line. I’m so...
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Sturgis Rally Ride #1 – Iron Mountain Road

Posted by on Aug 3, 2011 in Sturgis | 0 comments If you like roller coasters, you’re going to LOVE Iron Mountain Road! Iron Mountain Road is to the Black Hills as Superman – Ride of Steel is to Six Flags. This thrill seeking ride is my #1 ‘Must-Take’ ride of the Black Hills – Iron Mountain Road. Some roller coasters are designed with loops where the tracks appear to overlay one another in a figure 8. Luckily, Iron Mountain Road...
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