LANGLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Va. –
The 633rd Air Base Wing Safety Office will host the second annual Armed Forces Motorcycle Ride and Rodeo May 11, 2012, at Fort Eustis, Va.
The day's events will include motorcycle and rider inspections, a poker run, rodeo events and a bike show. The event, which is open to all riders who are government ID cardholders, will take place at the Fort Eustis Army Reserve Center parking lot, building 1034, with registration beginning at 7:30 a.m.
Last year's rodeo attracted nearly 400 riders from all branches of the armed forces, including both military and civilian personnel. Motorcycle safety events have taken place since 2006 to promote motorcycle safety awareness.
"Operating a motorcycle involves more risk and takes more skill than operating a four-wheeled vehicle. As a result, combined with the popularity of motorcycles and rising gas prices, the accidents, serious injury rates, and fatalities have significantly increased," said Joe Novack, 633rd ABW senior safety specialist. "The overarching goal of this motorcycle event is to educate riders into making an extra effort to mitigate the risk while riding a motorcycle."
Another goal is to foster continuing rider education in a positive riding environment by partnering beginners with experienced riders for a day of enjoyment. Many motorcycle mishaps are the result of poor choices made by younger or inexperienced riders. Through mentoring and camaraderie at this event, riders can gain experience that will help them become safer riders on the roadways.
Commanders and leaders are asked to encourage all motorcycle riders to attend this safety event.
To register for this event, visit
https://einvitations.afit.edu/inv/anim.cfm?i=96695&k=0B6744007E. To volunteer, visit
https://einvitations.afit.edu/inv/anim.cfm?i=96853&k=0B674A0C78.