Bend Motorcycle Adventures Podcast
Carrie Barton details her 10-day dual sport ride on the Tour of Idaho.
Imagine a 10 day, 1500-mile ride dominated by single track. Now imagine having to navigate the entire way without missing a beat. Better yet, picture yourself not really knowing what is going to be in store.
This is precisely the situation Carrie found herself in, August of 2019 when she became the first woman to officially complete the Tour of Idaho (TOI).
She had an idea of what to expect. But Idaho threw everything at her and her riding partners.
Tons of amazing single track. Long, grueling days. Scorching heat & chilling cold.
Water crossings. Incidents with bear spray. Critical navigation.
But what drove Carrie to take on such a big challenge? How long did it take her to prepare for the TOI and would she do it again? You’ll have to listen to catch all of the details.
Break the Mold Video Feature
I had the honor of being featured in a Motosport.com series highlighting female riders and racers from all different backgrounds and disciplines called “Break the Mold.” The Break the Mold initiative “recognizes female riders who carve their own path and push past expectations. Break The Mold is about elevating those stories by providing a platform for women to inspire others in the riding community.”
~Motosport.com
Read the interview here: https://www.motosport.com/story-carrie-barton
Bend Garage Nights Guest – Tour of Idaho 2019
In December 2019, I was invited to be a guest and give a live presentation of my experience completing the Tour of Idaho and becoming the first female finisher. Attendees of the garage night had the opportunity ask questions and look the bike, gear and all equipment that was used to make this historic finish a reality! https://www.facebook.com/events/garage-night-bend/december-garage-night-at-giant-loop-carrie-barton-tour-of-id/1372757876211691/
2019 Klim Motorcycle Catalog
In 2019, Klim debuted it’s women’s specific line of offroad gear. The Women’s XC Lite gear is built with the same quality as the men’s line, but with a woman’s fit and styling in mind. I was very excited to be selected to showcase this gear in the 2019 catalog and in the media campaign throughout the year. Klim is continually pushing the standard for women’s technical clothing and I am incredibly proud to be affiliated with a company that helps to elevate women’s motorsports. Check out the interactive catalog below and look for me on pages 70-71.