I'm lucky, as many of you know, my wife not only enjoys the riding part but also loves to get into the building aspect as well. She hangs with the best of you guys when it comes to new ideas for her builds.
Right now she's working with Scrappy Ron to bring about a new bike (possibly for Autorama).
Build thread:
http://www.forum.freakbikenation.com/ph ... =17&t=2305
Although Ronnie is doing most of the welding on this build, rest assured, the girl can weld! I'm pretty much standing back and doing the picture takin'. Ronnie's teaching her (and me) some of his ways of doing things and letting her play with new shop toys. Because of this, I now can get a sandblaster when we can save up enough money! :mrgreen:
Gigs is also the heart of the FBM messageboard. Because of her enthusiasm and her ability to hang with the guys, many other women are have joined the board over the years. The FreakBike Militia - Great Lakes, as well as the other militias, have seen a dramatic increase in the number of women joining our outings! Alot of time, people of the female persuasion, are made to feel inadequate and unwanted in our hobby. The FBM/FBN is working to change this attitude with rides and events that fill in the gaps needed by all ages, sexes and riding levels.
For those of you whose wives do not join in on the fun ..... get their butts out there! It's o.k. to have your "guy times", but if you want to really enjoy your hobby get her interested and make her feel welcome! You'll reap the benefits in all aspects of your relationship! :wink: