Welcome California MSTA's website

		Come Ride With Us!

Last updated: 09/06/2010

Welcome to the California chapter of the Motorcycle Sport Touring Association (MSTA)

California MSTA is a motorcycle Sport-Touring club open to all brands and riders. Our emphasis is on responsible, safe, sport-touring -- regardless of the type of bike you own. Responsible means wearing appropriate safety gear, keeping your bike in good running condition, riding courteously around other vehicles, and maintaining reasonable speed (taking into account traffic, weather, road conditions, and especially, rider ability). We may ride briskly at times, but have no illusions about what's appropriate for public roadways versus the track...

We host a variety of rides through the year, including day trips, weekend trips, and participating in national events with our parent MSTA. Our rides typically focus on twisty, fun roads with freeways and major highways simply being a means to get to the good twisty roads. While we typically stop for breaks and perhaps meals, we endeavor to demonstrate a good image and safe riding habits by discouraging consumption of any alcohol while riding (bars are typically NOT our destination).

If you'd like more information about CalMSTA, please see "About CalMSTA." Additional information about MSTA benefits in general can be found in our Library section. Joining is as simple as browsing to our membership page and filling out either the online or hard copy membership application form. Additional details and information can be found at our national MSTA website.

Upcoming Rides (see Calendar page for complete list):

September 10th - 12th -- Southern Sierras Ride (Leader: Jeff Smith)
Sat, October 2^nd (North) -- NorCal Ride (Leader: Jeff Smith)

Ride Reports (Last report: July 11th, Arrowhead)

Latest Newsletter: July 2010 (see Newsletter Archives for back issues)

VFR1200 First Impressions by Glenn Giardinelli

Pictures: we've got pictures from various rides posted at http://picasaweb.google.com/calif.msta
Video: we've got video from various rides posted at http://www.youtube.com/califmsta

MSTA Forums!!! Be sure to visit our national association's web content, including forums, at http://www.sporttouring.us/forums. You must register for the site in order to get access to the "members only" sections. If you have any questions, drop me a line.

CalMSTA Newsletter Store: Help offset the costs of providing our newsletter by purchasing California MSTA merchandise at http://calmstanewsletter.qbstores.com.

We are still looking for volunteers willing to lead rides. Come on, this is fun, easy work and gets you out on your bike. Please give consideration to whether you might be willing to lead a ride in your area sometime in the next few months. If you have any questions or would like more information about what is really involved, please contact Brian Wood.

*CalMSTA* Mailing List** (hosted by MicaPeak.com):
	To subscribe, please visit: CalMSTA Mailing List Info Page, and enter your e-mail address and name in the "To Subscribe to CalMSTA" section.

About Motorcycle Sport Touring Association We are an all brands motorcycle sport touring club that emphasizes riding skills improvement and safety. We tend to travel secondary roads in small groups, using interstates only when forced, and see the wonderful sights and settings that many miss. Explore our website and forum to see everything we have to offer. Please be sure to contact us with any questions you may have.