The 4th Annual RideSafe Rendezvous is again set to draw more than 6,000 motorcyclists and scooterists to a free, one-day show on Sunday 19th April. This year, the event moves to Blackpool and will build on a successful mix of stunt shows, live music, retail stands and road safety advice. The main arena will host both Moto Stunts International and Dave Coates; a professional stunt rider who currently holds the World Record for riding a motorcycle at 151.70 mph – backwards! Local celebrity Steve Berry, a radio presenter and former Top Gear presenter will also make an appearance in his role as a RideSafe BackSafe Ambassador.
Event organisers are hoping to attract all manner of motorcyclists from across the North West region. However, it is those new to biking and youngsters thinking about getting their first machine that could really benefit from the day out, as RideSafe BackSafe Project Lead, Shelby Williams explains;-
" The RideSafe Rendezvous is dedicated to motorcyclists and I think free entry will be particularly appreciated this year. The RideSafe BackSafe team and its’ partners within the motorcycling industry will be keen to encourage visitors to talk to us about improving their riding skills and thinking about road safety. Young riders, anyone who has recently realised how much cheaper biking is as a mode of transport and those thinking about joining the increasing number of commuters on two wheels, would especially benefit from the information and advice that we can offer ".
The event is being supported by the Highways Agency and by both the Lancashire Partnership for Road Safety and Greater Manchester Casualty Reduction Partnership. Bob Baldwin, Highways Agency Area Performance Manager for North Lancashire and Cumbria said;-
" The Highways Agency is absolutely committed to working with its partners across Lancashire to drive down motorcyclist injuries and fatalities in the county. We are delighted to be supporting this important event, which will enable us to reach thousands of motorcycle and scooter enthusiasts with our safety messages and explain how we are working with contractors and through our Traffic Officer Service to make our roads safer and journeys more reliable ".
Riding instructors and Police motorcyclists will be joined by regional motorcycle groups to offer first class advice, although visitor entertainment will add to the appeal. Local motorcycle dealership Preston Harley, will be offering a new Harley Davidson Rocket motorcycle and protective clothing to the first person who enters the six digit code in a ‘Safe Crack’ Competition. Any proud owner of a custom painted bike or scooter will be encouraged to enter the ‘Best Paint’ competition and a variety of audience challenges will be held on stage in between live music performances by local band ‘The Shoks’ and other acts.
The 4th Annual RideSafe Rendezvous will be held at St Chad’s Headland, South Promenade, Blackpool between 10.00am and 5.00pm on Sunday 19th April.
Event organisers are hoping to attract all manner of motorcyclists from across the North West region. However, it is those new to biking and youngsters thinking about getting their first machine that could really benefit from the day out, as RideSafe BackSafe Project Lead, Shelby Williams explains;-
" The RideSafe Rendezvous is dedicated to motorcyclists and I think free entry will be particularly appreciated this year. The RideSafe BackSafe team and its’ partners within the motorcycling industry will be keen to encourage visitors to talk to us about improving their riding skills and thinking about road safety. Young riders, anyone who has recently realised how much cheaper biking is as a mode of transport and those thinking about joining the increasing number of commuters on two wheels, would especially benefit from the information and advice that we can offer ".
The event is being supported by the Highways Agency and by both the Lancashire Partnership for Road Safety and Greater Manchester Casualty Reduction Partnership. Bob Baldwin, Highways Agency Area Performance Manager for North Lancashire and Cumbria said;-
" The Highways Agency is absolutely committed to working with its partners across Lancashire to drive down motorcyclist injuries and fatalities in the county. We are delighted to be supporting this important event, which will enable us to reach thousands of motorcycle and scooter enthusiasts with our safety messages and explain how we are working with contractors and through our Traffic Officer Service to make our roads safer and journeys more reliable ".
Riding instructors and Police motorcyclists will be joined by regional motorcycle groups to offer first class advice, although visitor entertainment will add to the appeal. Local motorcycle dealership Preston Harley, will be offering a new Harley Davidson Rocket motorcycle and protective clothing to the first person who enters the six digit code in a ‘Safe Crack’ Competition. Any proud owner of a custom painted bike or scooter will be encouraged to enter the ‘Best Paint’ competition and a variety of audience challenges will be held on stage in between live music performances by local band ‘The Shoks’ and other acts.
The 4th Annual RideSafe Rendezvous will be held at St Chad’s Headland, South Promenade, Blackpool between 10.00am and 5.00pm on Sunday 19th April.
