Which Would You Prefer…Politically Correct Pansy or Rude Biker Chick?

Everywhere we turn, we’re told to watch what we say because someone might be offended.  Whatever happened to, “sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me”?  I think we’ve become overly sensitive and much too focused on conformity.  This isn’t good.  Conformists are easily controlled…and a controlled society is never truly free.

Tina "Sash" Walker

Fortunately, most motorcycle riders would never be labeled as conformists.  For most of history, bikers have been viewed as quintessential non-conformists.  Bikers love freedom and generally aren’t receptive to being told what to do, where to go, or what to say. Bikers enjoy expressing their individuality. You can see this in their clothes, their body art, and their bikes.  They have a different outlook and nowhere is this more evident than in the life of Tina “Sash” Walker.

Although I’ve never met Tina in-person, I consider her a friend.  She’s a wife, mother, soon-to-be-grandmother, entrepreneur, and self-proclaimed Rude Biker Chick.  After reading her blog for a while, you’ll know she lives up to the Rude Biker Chick moniker.   Tina tells it like it is.  She doesn’t sugar coat anything and she isn’t afraid to share the deep and emotional life experiences that have made her the woman she is today.  Tina’s language and writing style are far from politically correct; in fact, many may find her use of four letter words a little shocking.  But don’t let her language and tough Rude Biker Chick exterior fool you, Tina Walker has a kind heart.

I Don't Need Permission

Tina is all about empowerment. In her first year of riding her own motorcycle, she and her husband, Steve, rode across the U.S. twice.  During their adventure, Tina had an opportunity to share riding stories with men and women riders across the country.  She learned a lot about herself and discovered how empowering riding a motorcycle can be...especially to women.  Upon returning home to San Diego, Tina launched a new shirt collection based on her discussions with other women riders and her own special brand of Rude Biker Chick ferocity. Her collection isn’t for the faint of heart.  In Tina’s own words,

“Rude Biker Chick shirts are for all of the women who've had enough of being a doormat and are ready to take a stand and declare their independence, power and value… these shirts are the battle cry of the weary wives, grumbling girlfriends, abused employees, frustrated friends and left-behind lovers who won't take it anymore. They are for the mild mannered too, who don't want to shout it out, but simply wear their words as a badge of honor. They are to bring women together; to support, encourage, and laugh with one another.”

Not A Nice Lady

You can check out the line for yourself at www.RudeBikerChick.com.  You won’t find something suitable to wear in most office environments… but, you might find just the thing to make a bold statement at the next biker rally or poker run. 

Tina Walker will never be viewed as a conformist and most likely any woman who wears a shirt from her line won’t be either.  This is a good thing.  We need people who aren't afraid to be different, people who aren't afraid to shock us out of our comfort zone, people who are empowered.  These are the people that embrace freedom and are willing to stand-up for what they believe.

It Ain't Gonna Lick Itself

 

So, which would you prefer, the politically correct pansy wearing a shirt that shouts, “Save the Whales!” or a rude biker chick wearing a shirt that boldly proclaims, "It Ain't Gonna Lick Itself"?  

I chose to Live Free, Ride Hard, and Be Happy!

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