Think Bike- Alberta Motorcycle Safety Society
81 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago -Motorcycle Safety and Awareness
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Season Finale- That's A Wrap!
October 11, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MBOn this episode, Think Bike producer Bryn Griffiths joins Liane to recap season 3! They will dive into the statistics for 2023 along with some insight on the season, they will talk about some of their memorable moments and what to expect from Season 4! Thank you all for tuning in to another amazing season of Think Bike and a big thanks to all our guests! Email: [email protected] This series is proudly produced by the team at Road 55- located in Edmonton, Alberta. For more informa...
Adventures of an Albera Bike Builder / Mike Yakymishen
October 04, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 47.8 MBOn this episode, Mike Yakymishen joins Liane to talk about his various builds, building tips and some winter storage tips. Guest and Title: Mike Yakymishen Email: [email protected] This series is proudly produced by the team at Road 55- located in Edmonton, Alberta. For more information, please visit: www.road55.ca Road 55 creates content that connects!
Adventures of an Alberta Rider / Mike Yakymishen
September 27, 2023 13:00 - 42 minutes - 58.3 MBOn this episode, Mike Yakymishen joins Liane to talk about adventures and mishaps he has had over the years. Guest: Mike Yakymishen Email: [email protected] This series is proudly produced by the team at Road 55- located in Edmonton, Alberta. For more information, please visit: www.road55.ca Road 55 creates content that connects!
Riding with Reaper / Graeme McFarlane
September 20, 2023 13:00 - 33 minutes - 46.4 MBOn this episode, Graeme McFarlane of CJAY 92 joins Liane to talk about his adventures riding and the return of CJAY Ride for Kids. Guest: Graeme McFarlane, Ride Home with Reaper, CJAY 92 Calgary Email: [email protected] This series is proudly produced by the team at Road 55- located in Edmonton, Alberta. For more information, please visit: www.road55.ca Road 55 creates content that connects!
Vintage Bike... Vintage Biker / Daryl McIntyre
September 13, 2023 13:00 - 26 minutes - 36.4 MBOn this episode, Daryl McIntyre of 630 CHED joins Liane to talk about his adventures riding over the years. Guest: Daryl McIntyre, Morning Show, 630 CHED Edmonton Email: [email protected] This series is proudly produced by the team at Road 55- located in Edmonton, Alberta. For more information, please visit: www.road55.ca Road 55 creates content that connects!
Track Dayz / Rob Darlington
September 06, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 39.2 MBOn this episode, Rob Darlington of HardNox Trackdayz joins Liane to talk about what you can get out of a track day that is better than trying to do this on the street. Rob Darlington, Owner, HardNox Trackdayz Website: https://www.hardnoxtrackdayz.com/ Email: [email protected]
Why Trainings Matters / Gina Morrill Olson & Liane Langlois
August 30, 2023 13:00 - 29 minutes - 41 MBOn this episode, Gina Olson join Liane to talk about why training matters in an experience they shared together on a ride. Guest: Gina Olson Email: [email protected]
Couples Who Ride Together / Samantha & David Mitchell
August 23, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBOn this Episode, AMSS members David and Samantha Mitchell join Liane to talk about their experience as a couple who ride together. We will focus on how they went from 2up to riding their own together and more. Guests: David and Samantha Mitchell
Grom Gaggle / Greg Hawthorn
August 16, 2023 13:00 - 26 minutes - 36 MBOn this Episode, Greg Hawthorn joins Liane to talk about the Grom Gaggle. We will focus on just how much fun small bikes can be! Greg Hawthorn Email:
City Riding Tips / Karen MacMillan
August 09, 2023 13:00 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MBOn this Episode, Karen MacMillan joins Liane to talk city riding tips. We will focus on what to watch for and how to navigate busy streets safely! Guest and Title: Karen MacMillan, Traffic and Motorcycle Safety Coordinator, Alberta Safety Council Website: https://safetycouncil.ab.ca/ Email: [email protected]
Mid Season Review
August 02, 2023 13:00 - 38 minutes - 53.2 MBOn this episode, AMSS board members Jon Watchuk and Bruce Weese join Liane to talk about the 2023 season, how it is going and more. Guests: Jon Watchuk, AMSS Director and Bruce Weese, AMSS Director Website: https://ab-amss.org/ Email: [email protected]
Wobbles are No Good / Chris Barnes
July 26, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 38.4 MBOn this Episode, Chris Barnes joins Liane to talk about wobbles. We focus on why and how to get out of trouble! Guest: Chris Barnes
Hard Lessons Learned / Jon Bullee & Brian Worsdall
July 19, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MBOn this Episode, Jon Bullee and Brian Worsdall join Liane to talk about hard lessons they have learned over their years of riding. We will focus on what they did wrong, what they learned and how they corrected their behaviour! Guests: Jon Bullee and Brian Worsdall
Become an Instructor! / Karen MacMillan
July 12, 2023 13:00 - 32 minutes - 44 MBOn this Episode, Karen MacMillan joins Liane to talk about becoming a motorcycle instructor. We will focus on what you need to know and what can qualify you! Karen MacMillan, Traffic and Motorcycle Safety Coordinator, Alberta Safety Council Website: https://safetycouncil.ab.ca/ Email: [email protected]
Becoming a Mechanic / Peter Sellers
July 05, 2023 13:00 - 23 minutes - 32.5 MBOn this Episode, Peter Sellers joins Liane to talk mechanics courses. We focus on what is offered and what to expect! Peter Sellers, Instructor, Northwestern Polytechnic Website: https://www.nwpolytech.ca/
Improvements on Gear / Justin Knapik
June 28, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBOn this Episode: Justin Knapik joins Liane to talk about gear. We will focus on the improvements that have been made in very recent years! Justin Knapik, Owner, On Track Performance Website: https://www.ontrackperformance.ca/ Email: [email protected]
How Quickly Life Can Change / Aaron Turner
June 21, 2023 13:00 - 25 minutes - 35.1 MBOn this Episode, Aaron Turner joins Liane to talk about his story, surviving a collision. We will focus on what has changed in his life since the incident! Guest: Aaron Turner
Prepping for Long Trips / Chris Bulger
June 14, 2023 13:00 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MBOn this Episode, Chris Bulger joins Liane to talk about prepping for those long adventures! We will focus on how and what you should pack, what not to forget, planning for emergencies and well, planning overall! Chris Bulger, Owner/Instructor, TNT Motorcycling Website: https://tntmotorcycling.com/ Email: [email protected]
Women On Motorbikes / Lanchi Dech
June 07, 2023 13:00 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MBOn this Episode: Lanchi Dech joins Liane to talk about rural riding. We will focus on what it is like to be a woman in this male dominated sport! Lanchi Dech, Owner, Too Cool Motorcycle School Website: https://toocoolmotorcycleschool.com/ Email: [email protected]
The Cam Hayden Experience / Cam Hayden
May 31, 2023 13:00 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MBOn this Episode, Cam Hayden joins Liane to talk about his long love of riding. We will focus on how long he has been riding and the mishaps along the way including some not so pretty incidents! Cam Hayden, Blues Guru, CKUA Radio
Collision Scene Management / Justin Knapik
May 24, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 38.1 MBOn this Episode: Justin Knapik joins Liane to talk about managing a collision scene. We will focus on the dos and don’ts and more! Justin Knapik, Edmonton Fire Rescue Services Website: https://www.edmonton.ca/programs_services/about-fire-rescue-services
Honda Jr Red Riders / Jason Schrage
May 17, 2023 13:00 - 27 minutes - 37.6 MBOn this Episode, Jason Schrage joins Liane to talk about the Honda Junior Red Riders program. We will focus on a safe way to get your kids into riding! Guest: Jason Schrage, Owner & Lead Instructor Website: https://www.albertarides.com/redrider Email: [email protected]
Rural Riding Tips / Trevor Dech
May 10, 2023 13:00 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBOn this Episode: Trevor Dech joins Liane to talk about rural riding. We will focus on tips to keep you safe out on rural roads! Trevor Dech, Owner, Too Cool Motorcycle School Website: https://toocoolmotorcycleschool.com/ Email: [email protected]
Changes from Training / Chris Bulger
May 03, 2023 13:00 - 29 minutes - 41 MBOn this Episode, Chris Bulger joins Liane to talk about the changes riders will likely sustain from training. We will focus on how training can change your riding and likely your life! Chris Bulger, Owner/Instructor, TNT Motorcycling Website: https://tntmotorcycling.com/ Email: [email protected]
2023 Motorcycle Review / Patrick Lambie
April 26, 2023 13:00 - 26 minutes - 35.9 MBOn this Episode, Patrick Lambie joins Liane to talk about what is new in 2023 in the industry. We will focus on what brands have introduced new models or improvements to existing models! Patrick Lambie, Managing Editor, Inside Motorcycles Magazine Website: https://www.insidemotorcycles.com/ Email: [email protected]
Season THREE / Let's Get Rolling!
April 19, 2023 13:00 - 17 minutes - 24.7 MBHost Liane Langlois, President of the Alberta Motorcycle Safety Society, along side the Think Bike Producer, Bryn Griffiths, kick off Season 3!! They will be sharing what to expect on this season and some timely tips for spring riding in Alberta! Thanks for tuning in! It's going to be another amazing season of guests and our new mailbag feature! website: ab-amss.org email: [email protected]
That's a Wrap! Season TWO!
October 12, 2022 13:00 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MBAMSS President and Host of Think Bike, Liane Langlois chats with producer Bryn Griffiths talk about Season 2 of Think BIKE. Crazy summer... it's a look back and a look ahead. YES... there will be a Season 3!!! Information: [email protected]
Take it to the Track: Drag Style
October 05, 2022 13:00 - 22 minutes - 31.5 MBOn this Episode, Carl Mills joins Liane to talk about drag racing. We will focus on all you need to know to get into going to the strip! Contact Information: [email protected] Guest Website: http://www.cmdra.com/ Guest Email: [email protected]
Evolution of Motorcycle Technology
September 28, 2022 13:00 - 22 minutes - 31.4 MBOn this Episode, Andrew Scott of Yamaha Canada joins Liane to talk about motorbike technology. We will focus on what tech Yamaha has developed for their line of motorbikes to help improve safety! Contact Information: [email protected] Guest Website: https://www.yamaha-motor.ca/en/homepage
Gear- Caring For It!
September 21, 2022 13:00 - 29 minutes - 40 MBOn this Episode, Denise Kerychuk joins Liane to talk about caring for your gear. We will focus on tips to keep your gear in great shape to last longer and when it is a good time to replace! Contact Information: [email protected] Guest Email: [email protected]
Collision Avoidance
September 15, 2022 01:00 - 26 minutes - 36.5 MBOn this Episode, Karen MacMillan joins Liane to talk about collision avoidance. We will focus on types of common collisions, avoidance techniques and more! Karen MacMillan, Traffic and Motorcycle Safety Coordinator, Alberta Safety Council Website: https://safetycouncil.ab.ca/ Email: [email protected]
Bad Weather Riding
September 07, 2022 13:00 - 22 minutes - 31.4 MBOn this Episode, Chris Barnes joins Liane to talk about riding in bad weather. We will focus on tips and technique that can save you in inclement weather or when it is best to just pull over and wait it out! Contact Information: [email protected]
Take It To The Track- Let's Get Salty! Part TWO
August 31, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutes - 42.8 MBOn this Episode, Kim Krebs joins Liane to talk about take it to the salt. In Part 2 of a 2 part episode, we will focus on the high flyers, records and all the salt in the world! Contact Information: [email protected] www.blackartracing.com
Take It To The Track Let's get Salty- Part ONE
August 24, 2022 13:00 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MBOn this Episode, Neil Olson joins Liane to talk about take it to the salt. In Part 1 of a 2 part episode, we will focus on what it is like to get into the sport as a builder and what you can expect! Contact Information: [email protected]
We Talk Tips with the Chief!
August 17, 2022 13:00 - 29 minutes - 40.5 MBOn this Episode, Calgary Police Services Chief Neufeld joins Liane to talk about some tips to improve traffic safety. We will focus on tips for both riders and drivers and answer some frequent online questions!
Starter Basics- Gear
August 10, 2022 13:00 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MBOn this Episode, Chris Barnes joins Liane to talk about gear as a beginner rider. We will focus on what you should know, how much you might look to spend and what you should have as you get started in this awesome sport!
Off Road Education & Training / Trevor Dech
August 03, 2022 13:00 - 20 minutes - 28.2 MBOn this Episode, Trevor Dech, owner of Too Cool Motorcycle School, joins Liane to talk about the kind of off-road training available at their location and why you may want to consider it. Contact Information: [email protected] Guest Website: www.toocoolmotorcycleschool.com Guest email: [email protected]
Motorcyclists Confederation of Canada
July 27, 2022 13:00 - 20 minutes - 28 MBA look into the Motorcyclists Confederation of Canada, who they are and what they do for motorcyclists in Canada. Dan Cochrane joins us on this podcast. Contact Information: [email protected] Guest Website: https://www.motorcycling.ca/ Guest Email: [email protected]
Mid Season Check In
July 20, 2022 13:00 - 16 minutes - 23.2 MBAMSS President and Host of Think Bike, Liane Langlois along with producer Bryn Griffiths talk about the halfway point of another season. Crazy summer... as always. Contact Information: [email protected]
Tires... rather important / Spencer Bevan
July 13, 2022 13:00 - 20 minutes - 27.6 MBOn this Episode, Spencer Bevan from Riverside Honda and Skidoo joins Liane to talk about the different types of tires for the different types of bikes. Plus, why your choice is so important. Contact Information: [email protected] Guest Website: www.riversidehonda.com
Take it to the Flat Track
July 06, 2022 13:00 - 21 minutes - 29.1 MBIn this edition of take it to the track, Liane goes back to dirt and speaks with Don Galloway, long time flat track racer with the Alberta Flat Track Association. Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/8207529955 Contact Information: [email protected]
Ghost Bikes / Cory Bacon
June 29, 2022 13:00 - 16 minutes - 23.3 MBOn this Episode, Cory Bacon from Ride in Paradise Memorial Edmonton (RIP'M) joins Liane to talk about the the ghost bike project, how it got started, how it has grown and why it is an important aspect to safety awareness. Contact Information: [email protected] Guest Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1165820380137254
What you see is... what you get!
June 22, 2022 13:00 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MBWelcoming back our friend James McCarthy to talk about safety tactics when it comes to the vision of a rider...and no, it’s not about protecting, it’s about what we see or maybe can’t in some cases.
For the Love of Motorcycles
June 15, 2022 13:00 - 23 minutes - 32.3 MBAMSS proudly presents a new event called For the Love of Motorcycles supporting the Jerry Forbes Centre and Santas Anonymous. Joining us on today's podcast is Marty Forbes (AMSS), Diana Davis (JFC) and Angel Benedict (Santas Anonymous) Website: https://ab-amss.org/ftlom/ Email: [email protected]
Vision Zero & Safe Mobility
June 09, 2022 14:30 - 19 minutes - 26.3 MBA look into the City of Edmonton’s Vision Zero and Safe Mobility programs and how we all work towards the same goals. Rupesh Patel, Manager of Planning and Community Activation joins us on this episode. Contact Information: [email protected] Guest Website: https://www.edmonton.ca/
Insurance- The New Format
June 01, 2022 13:00 - 16 minutes - 22.5 MBOn January 1, 2022, insurance changed in Alberta to No Fault. The experts at Klondike Insurance help us understand what those change really mean. Joining us on the podcast is Patti Bligh from Klondike Insurance. Website: https://www.klondikeinsurance.com/
Training for Road Racers / Justin Knapik
May 25, 2022 13:00 - 19 minutes - 26.7 MBOn this Episode, Justin Knapik from On Track Performance joins Liane to talk about what kind of training road racers can take to improve on their lap times, the availability to beginners and we touch on Justin's long standing career with Edmonton Fire Rescue Services. Contact Information: [email protected] Guest Website: https://www.ontrackperformance.ca/ Guest Contact: [email protected]
Getting your Class Six
May 18, 2022 13:00 - 22 minutes - 31.6 MBAn in-depth discussion about class 6 licenses and clarifying a lot of misinformation about how to get one! Sabrina Dhalla from Capilano Registries inn Edmonton joins us to help clarify things. Website: https://www.capilanoregistry.ca/
Lane Positions / Chris Bulger
May 11, 2022 13:00 - 21 minutes - 29.8 MBOn this Episode, Chris Bulger from TNT Motorcycling joins Liane to talk about lane positioning, why it's important, things to watch for, general rules of the road and hopefully help drivers understand why we move around in lanes to protect ourselves. Contact Information: [email protected] Guest Website: https://tntmotorcycling.com/
Pre Ride Checks / Spencer Bevan
May 04, 2022 13:00 - 17 minutes - 23.5 MBOn this Episode, Spencer Bevan from Riverside Honda & Skidoo joins Liane to talk about all the things us riders need to check each time we get on our motorcycles and other things we should check on a regular basis that may get overlooked! Contact Information: [email protected] Guest Website: www.riversidehonda.com