Em Powered‘s Profile

A few years ago I was given the road name Em Powered; which is a standard I hold myself to. I take pride in being a nurse, lady rider, uplifting other women, giving back to my community, and being the best role model I can be.

I think that everyone has something that makes them unique and beautiful and while it may set us apart from others, it doesn’t make us any better than anyone else. I truly carry the weight of the world on my shoulders and wear my heart on my sleeve.

In 2017 I got into a motorcycle accident I was lucky to walk away from. Covered in road rash and blood, I made it home, patched myself up, and ordered the parts I needed to fix my bike. Two and a half weeks later, I rode to the Smoky Mountains and did “Tail Of The Dragon.” I knew that if I didn’t face my fear of getting back into the saddle, I would never ride again. It’s been 8 years since my wreck and last year I rolled over 100,000 miles on two wheels. I have shared this story many times because at some point in life we all fall down. It’s inevitable. However, choosing to pick ourselves up and throttle forward is what motivates me to keep going….

Riding my motorcycle from sunrise to sunset, catching some live music, and surrounding myself with the people I love most.

I would give everyone more time because it’s the one thing in life money cannot buy and you never really know when a person’s clock will stop ticking

In 2022, I rode my motorcycle to the lower 48 states and all four corners solo with my dog Tator. Together we covered 13,528 miles in 26 days. Eventually, I plan to quit my job and ride around the world.

I love riding my own motorcycle because it has given me strength, confidence, and independence. Learning to ride changed my life. It has opened the door to opportunities I never imagined, carried me all over to see our beautiful country, and introduced me to a community I consider family. For that, I am beyond blessed.

My motorcycle. This year I will be riding 1,500 miles in two days to the “family reunion we all want to come home to.”

I am excited to be a part of the International Bikini Team for the second time. It was an honor to rock the stage with this beautiful badass group in 2024. I loved the overall comradery and friendships that came with it. I’m truly greatful for the opportunity and thank you to Michelle and the Buffalo Chip for having me back.

There are hundreds of places you can stay in the Black Hills during the Sturgis Rally. What sets the Buffalo Chip apart from everywhere else is the “magic in itself.” The Chip has the ability to bring such a diverse group of people together and despite our differences, form a community. Each year, it’s as if we attend a family reunion. Which is why the sign “Welcome Home Bikers” as you enter the campground has such a strong meaning. We all know the venue for being “The Best Party Anywhere.” However, it is so much more than just that. From their generous contribution to the veterans, to their ongoing effort to embrace women in motorcycling, the Buffalo Chip has earned my love and respect which is why it was an honor to be their 2023 poster model. That experience overall taught me to be a good role model and brand ambassador for the largest music and motorcycle festival in the world. It aloud me to be fun, creative, outgoing, and promote the place I call my second home. I have nothing but gratitude to the Woodruff family for puting thier faith in me. The greatest win however wasn’t the crown or the title; It was was ultimately the friendships and amazing souls I have met on this road trip we call life. My biggest regret as poster model is that I couldn’t share it with the other finalists. I feel it would have been much more empowering as I don’t believe in women competing against each other. I would love to be Miss Buffalo Chip so that I could give the title to all of the beautiful badass babes of IBT representing The Best Party Anywhere for the 85th Sturgis. I think it’s important that us ladies are the spark to eachothers flame so that together we all shine that much brighter.

Gloria Struck. She is an idol to me and so many other women. I think it is absolutely wonderful that she will be here for the 17th Annual Biker Belles Ride and is the Grand Marshal for the 85th Sturgis Rally. If there is any women to admire and look up to, it’s her. Here’s to celebrating her 100th birthday in the best way possible.

I would ride my motorcycle from Alaska to Patagonia immersing myself in the different cultures.

I have ridden my motorcycle from the Smoky Mountains to the Black Hills in 21.45 hours covering 1,442 miles through 7 states and two time zones.

I would give everyone more time because it’s the one thing in life money cannot buy and you never really know when a person’s clock will stop ticking.