National Plug In Day, September 23, 2012

"San Francisco's Plug In Day will once again be held at Crissy Field, part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, at site of the EV Charging Station, the most beautiful charging location in the world. With the backdrop of the San Francisco Bay and the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, we aim to have the largest assemblage of plug-in cars, motorcycles and their owners ever anywhere!" National Plug In Day Website.

All I could find as far as an agenda that day was this post on the PlugInDay website. 

It's my first time going to one of these events, and I'm really excited. I'll be there with fellow Enertia riders. From what I can tell, there will be every/any kind of electric vehicle on display along with owners and others who will be able to answer all your questions. 

Event Location - Crissy Field

Event Time - 8:30am - 4:30pm

PlugInDay.org

Adventure Motorcycle Magazine

Check out this magazine. I don't read very many paper motorcycle magazines these days. But this is one of the few that I actually like reading and will be purchasing a subscription for. You can't sell dual sport riding with women in bikinis or half naked women, period. Dual sport riding is no joke. Reading about other people's adventures is exciting, inspiring and downright cool. One of my good friends, MotoAdventureGal contributes articles for them too.  

Not only do they have apps so you can read the content from your phone, but you can also purchase a digital subscription. So 21st century!

And if you're on Facebook and you don't already Like their page, I highly recommend doing it asap. They post the most amazing photos from around the world! 

AdventureMotorcycle.com

New REV'IT Women's Motorcycle or Scooter Jackets

One thing that many women riding motorcycles and scooters struggle with is finding riding gear that's stylish and safe. 

Gracia Ladies Jacket

Well, REV'IT has decided to throw their hat in the ring with 2 new jackets for Fall (with a couple more coming in the Winter, so stay tuned :D). The Gracia is a wax cotton, 3/4 length, waterproof jacket with a vintage look and feel. Offered in black and brown, this little number features a removable thermal liner and Knox lite armor in the shoulders and elbows. There's also a pocket for an optional back protector, which will fit Knox or TPro shaped armor. 

 

Taksim Ladies Jacket

The second option is the Taksim, offered in black and olive:

The Taksim is also waterproof, with a removable thermal liner and Knox lite armor in the shoulders and elbows. It has a pocket for an optional back protector. Don't worry, the (fake) fur hood is removable. 

Both of these are priced at $300 and are great options for riding around town on your scooter or motorcycle. I wouldn't recommend them for highway riding or touring/distance rides but definitely kickass alternatives for that short commute across town to work. 

I'm super excited to see these hit the floor at Scuderia soon (most likely October) and will post once I have some real people trying them on (myself included).