Help Portia 'Incredible' Boyce 2024 Hoka Hey Rider #1233 Support individuals with Autism and their Families!

My name is Portia “Incredible” Boyce. As a mother of a child with Autism. I will be riding in honor of those with Autism such as my son, and raising money for Autism Awareness. Autism awareness is crucial in fostering understanding and acceptance of individuals on the autism spectrum. By increasing awareness, we can promote inclusivity and create a more supportive environment for those with autism. It is important to educate others about the unique strengths and challenges that individuals with autism may experience, as well as the different ways they may communicate and interact with the world. Building a society that values neurodiversity and embraces individuals with autism for who they are is essential in creating a more compassionate and inclusive community. Let us continue to spread awareness, acceptance, and kindness towards individuals with autism.

Every donation, no matter how big or small, contributes to creating a more inclusive and understanding society for individuals with autism. Together, we can make a difference and show our support for Autism Awareness in a truly impactful way. Thank you in advance for supporting my charity that is near and dear to my heart.

Riding motorcycles for me offers a unique sense of freedom that is unmatched by any other experience. The wind in my face, the open road ahead – it's a feeling of liberation that fills me with joy and excitement. The passion for riding fuels a unique connection between myself and my iron horse, creating an exhilarating experience every time I hit the road. My passion for riding motorcycles has taken me from coast to coast 5 times. I’ve completed many IronButt Association (IBA) Challenges. I’m a 7-year participant of the annual Bessie Stringfield All-Female ride. Which has given me the opportunity to ride with women from all over the country such as myself who share the same passion for the open road. The lead road captain and one of 23 women to complete the 48 States in 8 days as a group in IBA history. I’ve completed the IBA Ride Around Texas Challenge (R.A.T.) as a Gold Insanity finisher (completed in under 72 hours). I am 1 of 15 women to certify the IBA Bessie Stringfield Civil Rights SaddleSore. Yes, I have ridden many documented miles. Yet, I have countless undocumented miles. I feel I can say with confidence, and most would agree, that I have a very respected and impressive riding resume. I have a true passion and talent for riding motorcycles and pride myself in being a very skillful rider. I respect the motorcycle and the motorcycle respects me.

I currently work as a Bookkeeper in a non-traditional middle school in the Cumberland County School District. I am also the National Vice President of the Bessie Belles Riding Club Inc. The Bessie Belles Riding Club is named in honor of Ms. Bessie Stringfield (1911-1993), who was the first known African American woman to ride solo across the country on a motorcycle 8 times in the 1930’s. As was Ms. Stringfield, I too am a motorcycle enthusiast and I am very passionate about the sport of motorcycle riding. I grew up riding motorcycles, and have been in some capacity on a motorcycle since the age of 3. My father taught me how to ride motorcycles at a very young age, and I will forever be grateful to him for that. Over the years I've ridden 100's of thousands of miles. I’ve ridden many different models and sizes of motorcycles just to name a few: Honda 750, Suzuki 1000, Hayabusa 1100, Honda Goldwing 1800, and I’m currently riding a 2016 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Special.

Anyone who knows me knows that I never compete with anyone other than myself and every time I straddle my motorcycle I strive to be a better rider. Which I feel has prepared me for such an endurance challenge as a Hoka Hey Challenge participant. I’m very humble to have been chosen as one of the elite riders to participate in the toughest ride for the toughest of the toughest riders on Earth! I’m super excited about embarking on this journey of becoming a Hoka Hey Challenge Finisher. Taking part in the most demanding motorcycle journey with the most resilient riders on Earth is going to be a thrilling adventure that will push my riding, critical thinking skills and boundaries to the absolute limit. I am super excited and up for the challenge! Let’s Go!! Hoka Hey!!!

Food for thought: If riding through the countryside or cruising along the coast line, the joy of riding is not just in the destination, but in the journey itself. Embrace the freedom, the exhilaration, and the sheer bliss of being one with the road. And always remember, the ride is yours to enjoy – so live in the moment and savor every second of the extraordinary experience.

Much Love & Respect,

Incredible

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Beauty, Brains, and Braaap!!