001 - Why riding is different for women and men
CURVES Motorcycle Podcast for Women
Release Date: 02/01/2026
010 - Planning your distances for stress-free adventures
CURVES Motorcycle Podcast for Women
Planning route distances that suit you and your riding can be the difference between a ride that feels empowering and one that leaves you totally drained. I share my practical tips to help you plan routes that suit your adventuring style, with some flexibility built in. We explore What navigation apps don’t account for How to calculate realistic fuel range and stops An important thing to consider when calculating your distances How weather and road conditions impact your timing How to build flexibility into your plans to take the pressure off Your benefit You’ll feel clearer...
info_outline
009 - Long-term adventuring with Marisa Notier
CURVES Motorcycle Podcast for Women
Marisa Notier has been riding around the world for more than eight years (!!) with her husband, Tim. She shares honest, practical insights about trust, fear, partnership and long-term travel and gives you some mindset shifts to make bigger adventures feel more achievable and less intimidating. We explore How Marisa moved from fear to loving riding pillion Why setting a date makes big dreams more real Why long-term travel can end relationships How to approach borders for low-stress crossings Why community keeps you going through challenges Your benefit While your big adventure might...
info_outline
008 - Don't make these 3 packing mistakes
CURVES Motorcycle Podcast for Women
Packing doesn’t have to feel stressful, before you’ve even kicked up your stand. I share how you can pack lighter, ride easier and feel more confident on your adventures by avoiding the three most common packing mistakes I often see (and may have made myself!). We explore: Why overpacking can happen so easily - and what to do about it The simple trick to keeping your packing organised and frustration-free How a simple system can makes packing and repacking effortless How to pack everything on your bike for maximum comfort Your benefit You’ll know how to pack what you really...
info_outline
007 - A typical riding day on our European adventures
CURVES Motorcycle Podcast for Women
If you’ve ever wondered what a riding day actually looks like on our long motorcycle adventures in Europe and beyond, this episode is for you. Come behind the scenes of how Alan and I ride, eat, plan, film, work and wind down on the road, on a typical riding day. We explore What our morning routine looks like How we decide how far to ride and when to stop for the day What five or six hours of riding in Europe really means How I take photos and videos while riding pillion (and why I love it) How we handle food, fuel, toilets, groceries and tech on the road What we do every evening...
info_outline
006 - Staying cool on hot summer roads
CURVES Motorcycle Podcast for Women
I’m sharing tips I learned the hard way about staying cool and well when you’re riding on hot summer roads. You’ll get practical, easy tips you can use straight away to protect your energy and your focus, when the heat really starts to bite. We explore How heat stress and dehydration can sneak up on you What to wear to maximise your comfort Smart hydration strategies Why taking regular breaks matters so much An old-school evaporative cooling trick that really works Your benefit You’ll have a clear, practical plan for staying cooler and safer on hot summer rides. You’ll...
info_outline
005 - The magic of community with Mary Knights
CURVES Motorcycle Podcast for Women
I chat with Mary Knights, who runs the Women2Wheels Motorcycling Community Facebook group, about the power of community for women and how it can be as life-changing as riding itself. We talk about belonging, confidence, emotional support, mentorship and how women-led spaces create a calmer, safer and more empowering way to experience riding and adventures. We explore How women-led spaces break isolation and create a sense of belonging Why mentorship and skill-sharing happen naturally in supportive communities The emotional benefits of connecting with riders who understand your challenges...
info_outline
004 - Finding your adventuring style
CURVES Motorcycle Podcast for Women
I’m sharing how to find your own unique adventuring style, so you can ride in a way that truly lights you up. No comparing, no forcing, just joy on the road. You’ll discover how to hone in on what excites you, what drains you and how to lean into adventures that feel so right for you. We explore How comparison can quietly steal your joy and what to do instead. How your personality can shape the rides you love. The balance between comfort, thrill, predictability and serendipity on the road. A simple exercise to notice which adventures excite you and feel good. How to know which...
info_outline
003 - Packing for your weekend adventures
CURVES Motorcycle Podcast for Women
By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clear plan for what to take (and what to leave at home) and the confidence to hit the road for more spontaneous, fuss-free adventures. I’m sharing my tips for what to pack for your weekend adventures, so you can ride further, feel confident and enjoy every moment without dragging extra weight. We explore How to decide what’s essential and what’s unnecessary weight Tips for handling unpredictable weather without overpacking Clothing, gear and wet-weather strategies to make your packing easier Options for camping versus hard-roof...
info_outline
002 - You're ready for adventures now
CURVES Motorcycle Podcast for Women
I believe you’re far more ready for motorcycle adventures than you think and that adventure riding often isn’t what we imagine it to be. You’ll come away with a lighter, more flexible definition of adventure and more confidence to say ‘yes’ to your own adventures. We explore What ‘adventure riding’ really means Why you don’t need a big ‘adventure bike’ How confidence comes after you start Why age isn’t a barrier to amazing adventures Why you don’t need to be an ‘expert’ adventurer Your benefit You’ll rethink what 'adventure riding' really means to you...
info_outline
001 - Why riding is different for women and men
CURVES Motorcycle Podcast for Women
I’m sharing why riding motorcycles often is different for women than it is for men, and how those differences show up physically, socially and emotionally. You’ll gain a clearer, more grounded understanding of your own riding experience and why it makes complete sense. We explore Why physical differences really do matter on a motorbike Why women connect and support each other differently How coming to riding later in life changes everything How being in a male-dominated sport can shape your experiences Your benefit You’ll gain language and clarity for experiences you’ve...
info_outlineI’m sharing why riding motorcycles often is different for women than it is for men, and how those differences show up physically, socially and emotionally.
You’ll gain a clearer, more grounded understanding of your own riding experience and why it makes complete sense.
We explore
-
Why physical differences really do matter on a motorbike
-
Why women connect and support each other differently
-
How coming to riding later in life changes everything
-
How being in a male-dominated sport can shape your experiences
Your benefit
You’ll gain language and clarity for experiences you’ve probably already noticed but never quite articulated.
You’ll better understand how your body, background and the culture of motorcycling shape the way you ride, so you can make choices that genuinely suit you.
Join the conversation
Tap the 'Subscribe' button so you don't miss any new episodes.
Share this podcast with your riding buddies so they can enjoy it, too.
Come over and say 'hi' to me:
Throw Your Leg Over Curves on Instagram
Throw Your Leg Over Curves on Facebook
Stay updated: Curves newsletter
Email me: curves@throwyourlegover.com.au