The 70’s: The Beginning
The women in the United States had their first national event in 1974, dubbed the “Powder Puff National Championship.” This event brought out over 300 riders and over 9000 spectators, all eager to be a part of the rise and acceptance of women in the sport of motocross. The first national championship was won by Nancy Payne. The following year, the championship was renamed the Women’s National Championship. By 1979, women’s motocross had attracted enough attention it had caught the attention of ABC’s Wide World of Sports who covered the national that year.
Champions By Year 1974 – Nancy Payne 1975 – Sue Fish 1976 – Sue Fish 1977 – Sue Fish 1978 – Carey Steiner 1979 – Sue Fish
The 80’s: Acceptance
By the 80’s, women in motocross had … Pictures and more