Is there a CHICKOI planned?

[davebullet]

We all know men are good for nothing (well almost). Are the ladies going to band together and give the parlo's a serve? (Mrs. B wants to know)

[MadDuck]

Hmmmmm....could be an option

[Trudes]

Millions of years of neanderthalic behaviour....
Would it really change anything? I think not. :dodge:

[klingon]

Well I do believe all the BIKEOI actions are really CHIKOIs in disguise! There are lots and lots of women involved in organising the protest actions so far.

On the other hand, it might have a bit of an impact on the public (and be another angle for the media) to have the traditional KB Girly Coffee Rides with an awareness-raising angle.

For example women in each region could do a circuit of known bike-friendly places, delivering leaflets and talking to people about the issue, and finish with coffee and cake at a nice cafe.

Some people may be more receptive to chicks delivering the message than some of the scary blokes! And each area could maybe invite one of the local community newspaper reporters to come along as a pillion for at least part of the ride. (Leading to good photos and a favourable story in the local rag.)

I am flat out with the main BIKEOI actions so can't organise this, but would be happy to come along to an Auckland one if someone else organised it. :scooter:

[StoneY]

Being a lesbian femminist at heart (LOL) I say

Speak to WIMA guys
(not saying WIMA is a lesbian organization, just full of chicks)

I should shut up now and nurse my hangover:shutup:

[klingon]

Good idea, StoneY! I keep forgetting about WIMA :o but they are a great bunch of chicks! Good call.

[PrincessBandit]

I'd be happy to see what I can do here in South Auckland, if any ladies are interested pm me. Haven't sorted any details as I've only just read this thread, but think it's a great idea.

Let me get my thinking cap on today and I'll see what could be organised.

Chickies please pm me if you're interested in something like this, or let me know who would be good to get in touch with.

[McJim]

Topless female motrorcyclists riding on parliament! Wahey! I'll bring the baby oil. :drool:

[Ms Piggy]

We all know men are good for nothing (well almost). Are the ladies going to band together and give the parlo's a serve? (Mrs. B wants to know)

Ummmmm....what is a CHICKOI please?

[rie]

so... what i am hearing is: a feminist-perspective run of the bikeoi... with promo-girl marketing as our catalyst for success?

why not. this is probably one instance where i would be happy to be a promo girl.

do you also include delivering flyers to the non-riding public?

[rie]

Topless female motrorcyclists riding on parliament! Wahey! I'll bring the baby oil. :drool:

baby oil + no gear + two wheeled vehicles = massively increase the chances of an ACC claim. good one.

[klingon]

baby oil + no gear + two wheeled vehicles = massively increase the chances of an ACC claim. good one.

LOL I have a funny feeling he wasn't thinking of our health and safety when he made that suggestion! :spanking:

[Thani-B]

I think its a good idea. We certainly arent the stereotype biker. People might think twice when they see a whole bunch of chicky bikers in the same place. Im keen for it.

[Number One]

Topless female motrorcyclists riding on parliament! Wahey! I'll bring the baby oil. :drool:
No silly that's the BOOBOI - which happens just between christmas and new year, has nothing to do with ACC and is actually held in Murapara ;) See you there

[Subike]

the main event in wellington would be a great place for this to happen.
If the first 100 bikers to arrive at the protest site were all women,'
the media could do nothing but report on it.
we need a sensational eye opener
100 women riding on all sizes of bikes from scooters up to big block HD's
A public statement that would bring on a whole heap of attention from the media
the publics view of who we all are could be changed by that single action.
It would put bikes into the kitchen and out of the pub

[klingon]

the main event in wellington would be a great place for this to happen.
If the first 100 bikers to arrive at the protest site were all women,'
the media could do nothing but report on it.
we need a sensational eye opener
100 women riding on all sizes of bikes from scooters up to big block HD's
A public statement that would bring on a whole heap of attention from the media
the publics view of who we all are could be changed by that single action.
It would put bikes into the kitchen and out of the pub

Crikey! There's an interesting thought! :shit:

I really like the idea but I think the logistics would be a nightmare. I can imagine a lot of blokes getting annoyed at this idea on the day and barging their way to the front of the group - potentially causing a lot more hassle than it's worth.

But I really like the idea! :sunny:

[Ms Piggy]

Crikey! There's an interesting thought! :shit:

Actually - my aunty (who is a very clever and creative woman) came up with an idea. Have any of you heard of Lady Godiva? She's a woman according to legend, rode naked through the streets of Coventry, England, to protest against the HUGE taxation imposed by her husband on his tenants.

Anyway, my Aunty's suggestions was wearing "naked suits" (you're not naked but look like you are) and riding to Parliament on the 17th like that. I thought it's a great idea but I guess if our focus is being safe and responsible riders it may come across as being a conflicting message.

I'm a feminist and my legs need a shave but, I'd be into being part of a protest representing the many awesome women that ride motorbikes in a CHICKO not cos I'm a feminist with hairy legs but because this proposed levy increase sucks on many levels!! And as every good little feminist knows women are still paid less than men so we'll be hit harder economically by the increase!

[Number One]

:lol: that's funny - but erm bags not on wearing the naked suit thing ;)

[Trudes]

:lol: that's funny - but erm bags not on wearing the naked suit thing ;)

I reckon eh, maybe under my leathers ;)
(my sister wore one and rode a horse sidesaddle Lady Godiva styles to win a trip to the Melbourne Cup a few years back, but I sure as shit won't!)

[klingon]

OMG I love the naked suit!

Off-topic: My cousin used to be a trapeze artist and she needed a naked suit. She shaved our Grandma's little black poodle and used its fur to make fake pubic hair and armpit hair!

Back on topic: I adore the Lady Godiva idea. How about we save it up, and if we haven't won this battle by the time parliament sits again (Jan? Feb?) we will hire a naked costume and Lady Godiva will ride to the beehive! :woohoo:

[davebullet]

That's what I was thinking. Somehow (amidst the confusion) on the 17th - the female riders arrive first at parliament. Imagine the media's surprise (but hopefully this cascades to the public), that the stereotypical bearded rough as guts, never shaken hands with a bathtub rider is infact an image from the movies. It would be good for the media to focus on the female riders for a change... then people might think "they are everyday people" and sympathise with us.

[davebullet]

Mrs. B has a naked suit, I'll see if she's willing to wear it on the 17th.

[klingon]

Apparently the 17th is StoneY's birthday... I wonder if he'll be wearing his birthday suit... :gob:

[Ms Piggy]

OMG I love the naked suit!

Off-topic: My cousin used to be a trapeze artist and she needed a naked suit. She shaved our Grandma's little black poodle and used its fur to make fake pubic hair and armpit hair!

Back on topic: I adore the Lady Godiva idea. How about we save it up, and if we haven't won this battle by the time parliament sits again (Jan? Feb?) we will hire a naked costume and Lady Godiva will ride to the beehive! :woohoo:

Hah hah! That sounds good Klingy.