Lady Riders Join Together
Edited by Jennifer L. Price
 Seventy-six Harley Davidson riders sporting matching
bandanas and t-shirts boarded the S.S. Badger in Manitowoc, Wisconsin on July 16th, to begin a 700-mile riding adventure. The unique
twist? They’re all women.
The Annual Stock’s Harley Davidson Girl’s Ride started four
years ago with sixteen friends going on a road trip. Each year, word-of-mouth
has brought more girls to the group for an unforgettable bonding experience on
the open road. This year riders came from as far as Kansas and Minnesota and
ranged in ages from nineteen to seventy-two.
The group began with a caravan through Manitowoc from
Stock’s to the Badger dock. After boarding the ship, the women enjoyed a
four-hour cruise across Lake Michigan, with free bingo and movies, satellite
television, restaurant and bar areas, and outdoor decks for those that wanted to
rest for the long ride ahead.
Jayme Presl, who coordinated the event, says there are
several mothers, daughters, and sisters taking the trip together, as well as
many who have never met. “This is a great way to get to meet new girl riders. It
is something we do for ourselves”.
 After disembarking in Ludington, the group headed for a
reception at the Tuscan Grill in Manistee, MI, where they spent their first
night. They rode to Mackinaw City for the second night. A truck and trailer
traveled along as a support vehicle, carrying luggage, repair items and whatever
purchases they make along the way. Day three they logged miles as they traveled
through the Upper Peninsula and back down along Green Bay with Lake Michigan
their constant companion.
“We are thrilled to have the group riding with us,” said
Magee Johnson, Media Relations Director for the S.S. Badger. “This fun and
empowered group of ladies is among the fastest growing segments in the
motorcycle industry.”
Think about the S.S. Badger for your own fun. The Badger
can accommodate 620 passengers and 180 vehicles, including RV’s, motorcycles,
group tour coaches and trucks. Special Discounts for groups of 25 or more are
available. For sailing schedule and fare information, call 800-841-4243 or visit
our website,
www.ssbadger.com. |
