Preparations/Planning For Hoka Hey 2011

Many of you following me on facebook  have seen my post and excitement of the Hoka Hey Challenge 2011.  Since my last blog I have aquired many items to help in my travels. The Oregon Bedroll which is wonderful along with a cot from Cabela's that is about 7.5 inches off the ground.  Both have had a test and sleep very well, hope that remains once out on the road. Boots, hydration vest, socks, saddlebag liners, rain gators just to name a few. The planning and the needs list seems to keep growing each day. I have post it notes all over my computer along with my priority list close by.  At this point in the game I am very close to finalizing and having my needs list completed and purchased or donated. The remaining items are small things such as batteries, lip balm, sunscreen etc... the small items that are in some cases easily forgotten. A very dear friend has sent me along three wonderful books on endurance riding , a wealth of information. Thank you Joe! I appreciate your help and coaching, you rock! Hope to run into you on my trip. And today I was fortunate enough to be able to network with a fellow Hoka Hey Challenger (Brad) and share some ideas and information. Hopefully Brad and I will ride to Mesa since he will be passing through my area on his way to Arizona.
 This challenge consumes your every thought. I find myself thinking of how I will do this ride. I am always making small notes on my list that stays close by me always. Hoka Hey Challenge has its own spirit that talks to you . Now its about 10 weeks away before the start of the event. I feel in order to complete this challenge the strong individuals with the mind set will be the ones that achieve the finish line. The individuals that are planning for the unexpected and can think outside the box will be the true warriors on this ride. Be prepared be well planned and able to adapt to the unexpected. At the same time this will be the ride of a lifetime, new friends will be formed, new bonds, and true compassion for the road and your fellow riders. We will all come home with a different insite and this ride will change our lives!
 I am looking forward to the challenge see you in 10 weeks in Meza, Arizona , Hoka Hey!

Introduction- Hoka Hey 2011

My name is Carla and I am riding the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge 2011. The event being sponsored by Harley-Davidson and HOG Corporate is going to be an Epic event. I am very excited to be part of this event! I have two wonderful sponsors, American Woman Riders and High Plains Harley-Davidson. Thank you both for your support.

 I am 51 years old and I have worked at High Plains Harley-Davidson for 10 years. Riding motorcycles is my passion! I love motorcycles and the unique people that ride the H-D brand or any brand for that matter. I have been riding 20 + years now and put over +100000 miles in my riding lifetime.

 I have two children, both riders. Christopher and Michelle. A beautiful 2 year old grandson Micheal that also rides. Oh and lets not forget my soul mate and husband-BerB. My inspiration and rock. Scarlett my 2011 FLHX103 Street Glide that I will be riding on the Hoka Hey.

 I am currently that Director of our local HOG Chapter and I have been an active member the past ten years. I love to promote women to ride their own and encourage them to do so. American Woman Riders also one of my sponsors is just that, about woman who love to ride! I recently was awarded the American Woman Riders Community Hero Award. Check out American Woman Riders to learn more about this award. AWR has a donation site up and running on Facebook . Funds are needed to help in this ride. Remaining funds will be donated to a charity of AWR choice voted on by their readers.

 My plan is to blog every week or so to update you that are interested in following my efforts. Thank you to all that have already donated to this ride, I appreciate your support.