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more than one or two other women, let alone thirty-plus.
The significance of that cannot be overstated. When women see other women riding confidently, pushing limits, asking questions and openly learning, something shifts. Barriers fall. Behaviour changes. The sport becomes less intimidating and more inviting. This event didn’ t just show what women are capable of, it showed how powerful representation and shared experience can be in a sport where female riders often feel like the minority.
The success of the weekend has already inspired organisers to develop future coaching programs, ride days and ongoing initiatives to keep this momentum growing. Tassie Dirt Bike Chicks, supported by major sponsor Elsewhere on Wheels, hopes to make the coaching weekend an annual fixture, giving women repeated opportunities to develop both skill and confidence in a safe, welcoming environment. The long-term goal is not just to build better riders, but to build a lasting, connected community where women feel supported every time they put on a helmet.
Looking ahead, attention is turning to the Spoke Motorcycle Festival at Mayfield
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