Fast Facts About Julie:
“I was born and raised in a motorcycling family, both on and off the road. Both of my grandmas rode their own motorcycles, as does my mom, and that led me to get my motorcycle license at the age of 16.”
“I tour and ride long distance and have traveled to 45 states and 1 Canadian province- all while wearing my favorite Aerostich R-3. Have over 100k miles on this suit- maybe I should wash it?”
How long have you been riding?
On the road-16 years.
Total, about 27 years on my own 2 wheels.
Before that, was in a sidecar at a mere 6 weeks old!
Who or what was your biggest influence in motorcycling?
My family. And then, when I joined an FJR forum- all the guys and gals from the internet that became my extended family!!
First motorcycle(s)?
1977 Honda z50
1975 Honda XR75
1989 Honda NX125
1987 Honda Shadow700
Current motorcycle(s)?
2012 Yamaha FJR1300
2000 Suzuki DRZ400s
Favorite Aerostich gear?
My 1-piece R-3. It’s so comfortable and waterproof! It is form fitted now, and easy on and off. It’s basically a second skin! (So I can keep my own skin if I were to go down.)
My 1-piece Classic comes in close second, because it is sized up a smidge to allow for a few extra layers and heated gear. Makes for comfortable cold weather riding.
What is the best motorcycle advice or tip you’ve received?
Enjoy the ride!
Nearly 20% of riders are female. Any thoughts on this?
Wooo-hooo! 20% is a great start... we're getting ready to take over the world!!
Any other thoughts?
You meet the coolest people in Aerostich gear! Have had many people (riders and non-riders) ask me about the gear, and I have talked to riders merely because they were wearing Aerostich. I have been spotted in a sea of motorcycles because of the well-traveled ‘Stich suit.
Thanks for making a quality product that allows for an enjoyable ride! I have ridden through a wide variety of weather and temperatures…and the Aerostich gear allows me to continue smiling.
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