Star Touring & Riding Association
Houston, TX – Chapter 221

Ladies of the Star (LOS) was founded in 1997. Our purpose is to unite women motorcyclists within the STAR Association. LOS is dedicated to promoting the camaraderie of all women. It is also important to us to promote a positive image of women riders, and to help and encourage more women to become a part of this fulfilling sport. Women are not required to own a motorcycle, only that you love the sport.

Upon becoming a member of LOS, you can experience the fun and excitement of riding in a group: supporting each other, socializing, sharing adventures, and helping your local Chapter. All this is available while projection a positive image of motorcycling to other motorcyclists and the general public.

LOS members have their own Web Site section and a section in the StarNews. They also have separate events in StarDays and the opportunity to exchange ideas and experiences with other female motorcyclists.

Should you have any further questions regarding LOS, please contact your local Chapter LOS Representative.

Star Kids/Star Teens

Star Kids was founded in March 2000. Star Teens soon followed as our efforts to educate the next generation in motorcycle safety became apparent. This encourages safety training, judgment training, and positive behavior for our children and teens. Star Kids and Star Teens can attend special events at StarDays, and have their own section of our Web Site.

Star members can enroll their children or grandchildren into the Star Kids (up to age 12) or Star Teens (age 13-17). Enrollment up to four (4) children is free, over 4 children there is a $10.00 fee. Each Star Kid will receive a Star Kids I.D. Card and arm patch.

For more information about Star Kids please contact your local Chapter Secretary.

Star Vets

In 2001 Star Touring and Riding formed Star Vets. As one of the fastest growing Segments of the organization, Star Vest honors and commemorates the sacrifices of the men and women who have served or are currently serving our country. It’s a way of saying “We Will Never Forget.” This segment of Star Touring proudly displays their service insignia and places all veterans in special honor, no matter what motorcycle they ride. As a Part of our new five-inch patch system, we now offer sub-patches for the MOS, Rank, unit, and Theater of Operation. This 5” patch is to be worn on the right breast of your jacket of coat.

For more information on Star Vets, please contact you local Chapter Star Vets Representative.

Tin Star

Over one hundred years ago, small towns on the American frontier learned that there was one person they could turn to for help in an emergency – the local sheriff. The frontier sheriff was a combination police officer, paramedic and emergency coordinator. When anything happened that required special skills, he was know to all by his distinctive “Tin Star” badge.

Star Touring members, like the citizens of the frontier towns, at times need special assistance from people trained as a police officer, physician, nurse, fire fighter, paramedic, EMT or Search and Rescue. If an accident or emergency situation occurs the Tin Star Can lend a hand or take control until local authorities arrive.

To help identify which of our members have this special training, and to volunteer to be of assistance, we have developed a special pin, the “Tin Star”. This pin is 1 ¾” high and has a double screw back so you can’t loose it.

If you are certified in any of the above you may qualify as a “Tin Star”, you must provide Star Touring with a copy of your credentials.

For more information on Tin Stars, please contact your local Tin Star Representative or local Chapter President.