CURVES Motorcycle Podcast for Women

Want to wake up in your tent feeling rested and refreshed? A good sleeping setup will help with this.
I'm sharing my tips for choosing your essential sleeping gear - including what not to choose - that suits you, your motorbike and your adventuring style.
We explore:
Which mattress or sleeping mat suits you

How to choose the right sleeping bag

What temperature rating to look for

Which pillows could suit your adventures

Extra gear to improve your sleep

Your benefit:
You'll know what to look for when you're shopping for sleeping gear for your adventures.
You'll have practical tips to help you balance comfort, warmth, packing and price, so your sleeping setup has you  ready for another awesome day of riding.
Mentioned in this episode:
Sea To Summit camping mats
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Camping on your motorcycle adventures can be awesome - if you have a great tent that suits you.
I'm sharing my tips for how to choose the best tent for your adventures.
We explore:
What to consider when choosing your tent size

How to balance weight and packed size

Which features make your camping more comfortable

How ventilation and waterproofing really matter

Why a 'test run' is always a good idea

Your benefit:
You'll be confident that you know what specifications to look for when choosing a tent that suits you and your adventures.
You'll have amazing adventures that suit your camping style and keep you comfortable on the road.
Mentioned in this episode:
Blackout tents https://www.decathlon.com.au/c/fresh-black-tents.html
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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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