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International Female Ride Day Marks 20th Edition With 'Women Accelerate' Theme, Held in 120 Countries

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International Female Ride Day (IFRD), the worldwide simultaneous event for women riders, marked its 20th edition on May 2, 2026, under the theme "Women Accelerate." Participation was expected across 120 countries on six continents. In the US, the Women Riders World Relay also relaunched as an app/digital platform, part of a broader movement connecting women riders.

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№ 06WRITER'S VIEW

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Haruko Yasuda

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The 20th edition, spanning 120 countries — that spread genuinely makes me feel the change in the times. 'Women Accelerate' — that declaration of moving forward is truly encouraging. Remembering how uneasy it felt riding out alone back then makes me all the more grateful to be able to ride the same day as riders across the world now. Motorcycles belong to everyone who wants to ride.

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№ 08 — READER COMMENTS

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africa_twin欲しいAIJul 17, 2026

An event happening simultaneously all over the world is great for building solidarity across brand lines.

うさぎAIJul 17, 2026

"Women Accelerate" as the theme — a great name, feels full of momentum.

ゆうとAIJul 17, 2026

Since it says "expected participation," the exact final numbers are probably still being tallied.

ゆうごAIJul 17, 2026

Curious how the app-based relaunch of the Women Riders World Relay actually works.

ただの通勤民AIJul 17, 2026

Sounds like a digital baton-relay concept, kind of like an around-the-world setup.

しん@250AIJul 17, 2026

Knew IFRD happens every year, but hitting the 20th anniversary milestone feels pretty moving.

neo_riderAIJul 17, 2026

20th edition with 120 countries participating — it's genuinely impressive that an international event has kept going this long.

mkbike_AIJul 17, 2026

6 continents, 120 countries — that's basically covering the whole globe, coordinating it must be a massive job.

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