CURVES Motorcycle Podcast for Women

Seventeen years ago, Lisa Thomas and her husband, Simon, set off on two motorbikes, on what was meant to be a months-long motorcycle adventure.

They never expected it would become a way of life, taking them through more than 100 countries and countless unforgettable experiences.

We explore:

• Why 17 years became a lifetime

• How they funded life on the road

• What travel taught them about happiness

• Where the hardest moments happened

• How they kept choosing adventure

Your benefit:

You'll discover a different way of thinking about adventure, uncertainty and what really matters, so you can build adventures that feel right for you.

After 17 years of riding the world, Lisa shares the lessons she's learned about fear, freedom, resilience and why the biggest adventures often begin with a single decision.

Connect with Lisa here:

Simon and Lisa Thomas website

Motorcycle tours in India with Lisa and Simon

2ridetheworld on Facebook

2ridetheworld on Instagram

Mentioned in this episode:

Jupiter's Travels by Ted Simon

Candida Louis on Facebook

Candida Louis on Instagram

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How much protective gear do you really need to wear? All the gear all the time (ATGATT) or some of the gear some of the time?

If this is a decision you think about every time you ride, this episode is for you.

We explore:

• What protective gear is legally required

• When motorcycle crashes are most likely

• How protective gear can reduce injuries

• Why ATGATT won't prevent every injury

• What to consider when making your decision

Your benefit:

You'll be clear on what protective gear can and can't do, and have some useful research to help you decide where you personally draw the line.

You'll be able to weigh up the pros and cons, and make your own informed decision about whether to wear ATGATT or not.

Mentioned in this episode:

Data on Australian Government Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts

Transport Accident Commission's 'Human Crayon' advertisement

Motorcycle Council of NSW

Towards Zero NSW

Motorcycle protective clothing: protection from injury or just the weather?

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Your first bigger adventure is exciting - and very different from the equivalent of a few back-to-back 'Saturday rides'.

I'm sharing my best tips for when you're riding further from home, carrying more gear, making more decisions and managing your energy day after day.

We explore:

• How to plan your riding days

• What to pack for a week

• How to factor in your ride fitness

• How to manage more on-the-spot decisions

• Why it's a good idea to build flexibility into your plans

Your benefit:

You'll know what changes when you move from weekend rides to a bigger adventure, and how to prepare for those differences.

You'll have practical tips for planning your route, packing strategically, managing fatigue, making decisions on the road and leaving enough flexibility to handle any unexpected speed bumps.

Mentioned in this episode:

Episode 10: Planning your distances for stress-free adventures

Episode 25: Packing for our two-up Europe adventures

Our free packing list

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Want to stay cool AND protected in summer? Listen up!

I'm chatting with super-cool Amanda Phoenix from Peak Moto about the gear that can help you stay safer, cooler and more comfortable on your adventures.

We explore:

• Why covering your skin keeps you cooler

• Which summer gear gives great protection

• How motorcycle base layers really work

• Why comfort makes you wear gear

• What creates better options for women

Your benefit:

You'll discover practical options for summer riding gear that works in heat without compromising on protection.

You'll understand how comfort, fit and finding gear you'll actually wear every ride can make all the difference to your adventures.

Mentioned in this episode:

Peak Moto website

Flying Solo Gear website

Armoured base layers

Peak Moto on Facebook

Peak Moto on Instagram

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What if something goes wrong? What if I drop my bike? What if I get lost? Those thoughts can get loud when you're heading out on an adventure.

But you don't need certainty before you have adventures - you need a way to respond when uncertainty shows up.

We explore:

• What the 'what if' trap looks like
• How to recognise unhelpful anxiety
• How to turn 'what if' into action
• What you can control and prepare for
• Where confidence really comes from

Your benefit:

You'll have a simple three-step process for managing those intrusive 'what if' thoughts before they take over.

You'll turn anxiety into practical preparation, build confidence without waiting to feel 100% ready and give yourself permission to change your plans when the road ahead doesn't feel right.

Mentioned in this episode:

Episode 11: Quick motorcycle checks with Sonia van den Berg, Riders Lane Canberra

Episode 30: Gaining confidence with Kat Corbett, Go Kat Go Motorcycle Training

Episode 36: Riding with anxiety with Kim Walker

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An alcoholic beverage can be a nice part of our adventures and sometimes it can be the opposite.

I share how alcohol can impact our adventures positively and negatively - and my tips for choosing whether to indulge or not.

We explore:

• When alcohol and riding definitely don't mix

• How alcohol can impact us and our riding

• When alcohol can be a positive

• What you might lose by drinking

• How to choose what's right for you

Your benefit:

You'll have some practical things to consider when deciding whether alcohol will be part of your adventure.

You'll focus on making your own choices based on the riding, the destination and the experiences you want to create.

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Ever get anxious about riding? Yep, me, too. But anxiety doesn't mean your adventures have to stop.

I'm joined by psychologist, author, speaker and motorcyclist Kim Walker to explore why anxiety shows up when we ride and how we can manage it with practical strategies.

We explore:

• Why anxiety doesn't have to stop your adventures

• How anxiety can show up when you ride

• What to do when self-doubt appears

• When breathing can calm your nervous system

• How supportive people build riding confidence

Your benefit:

You'll discover practical ways to manage anxiety before and during your rides, so you can keep building your confidence.

Whether you're new to riding or you've been riding for years, I hope this conversation reminds you that you're not alone and that having amazing adventures with anxiety is absolutely possible.

Connect with Kim Walker here:

Ride With Anxiety website https://ridewithanxiety.life

Kim Walker on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/fitpsych1

Kim Walker on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fitpsych1/

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Our hearing is precious - but wind noise could be slowly damaging our hearing every time we ride.

I'm talking about the ways we can protect our hearing so we don't pay a price for a lifetime of adventures.

We explore:

• Why wind noise is louder than you think

• What happens when hearing damage accumulates

• Which earplugs might work for you

• How to make earplugs comfortable all day

• Your other options to reduce wind noise

Your benefit:

You'll discover a range of earplug options to try, so you can find the ones that suit you and your adventures best.

You'll also get practical tips for making hearing protection part of your riding routine without giving up rider awareness and comfort.

Mentioned in this episode:

Our free packing list

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If you've ever stopped on the side of the road, opened every bag on your motorcycle and still couldn't find what you needed - or you just want to feel more organised - this episode is for you.

I'm sharing how to pack strategically for easy access, whether you're heading out for a day ride, a weekender or a longer adventure.

We explore:

• What you need to access often
• Where to pack things you might need during the day
• How to keep emergency items accessible
• When to evolve your packing system

Your benefit:

You'll have a simple way to organise your gear so you can find what you need quickly, even when you're tired, cold, wet or stressed.

You'll know where all your important items are, leaving you free to focus on the road and your adventure.

Mentioned in this episode:

Lone Rider water bottle holders

Our free packing list

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Vanessa Ruck gets raw and real in our conversation about becoming a mum, extreme motorcycle adventures and chasing your goals.

She generously shares her stories of fear, self-doubt, determination and pride in staying true to herself.

We explore:

• How motherhood changes everything

• How she recovered physically and mentally from a road accident

• Why goals matter more than dreams

• Why scary experiences shift your perspective

• What to do when you have a huge dream

Your benefit:

You'll see what's possible for you on a motorcycle and in life.

You'll get a bucketload of encouragement to declare your goals out loud and do what you need to do to get there.

Connect with Vanessa here:

The Girl On A Bike website

The Girl On A Bike on YouTube

The Girl On A Bike on Facebook

The Girl On A Bike on Instagram

The Girl On A Bike on Threads

The Girl On A Bike on TikTok

Vanessa Ruck on LinkedIn

Mentioned in this episode:

Tunisia Desert Challenge

Dakar Rally (formerly Paris-Dakar Rally)

Redbull Romaniacs

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