Driven by Janelle

It's about the kids at Olympia Toy Run

This week we share a recap of the 48th annual Olympia toy run that happened on Saturday December 6th in Lacey WA. So many people came out in support, and it really brought the community together, as it does each year. We chatted with Santa Joe who is happy to be onsite once again, as he has done each year so far. We got to watch wonderful shows by the Seattle Cossacks and the Tenino T 90 Drill Team. Speaking with both teams was a wonderful experience, they bring so much joy and tradition to this day. We also had the opportunity to speak with Sassy Sally who is an integral part of putting together this wonderful event. This year brought higher numbers in donations and a robust number of riders, rain or shine. Heck even snow won’t stop this community. This year we were lucky enough to get some warming sun breaks throughout the day. https://olytoyrun.com/ [https://olytoyrun.com/] https://seattlecossacks.com/index.html [https://seattlecossacks.com/index.html] https://www.facebook.com/t9odrillteam/ [https://www.facebook.com/t9odrillteam/] https://warriorangelriders.org/ [https://warriorangelriders.org/]   ✨ "What drives you to ride?" 📲 Follow Driven By Janelle: Facebook: @DrivenByJanelle [https://facebook.com/DrivenByJanelle] Instagram: @DrivenByJanelle [https://instagram.com/DrivenByJanelle] TikTok: @DrivenByJanelle [https://www.tiktok.com/@drivenbyjanelle] YouTube: Driven By Janelle [https://youtube.com/@DrivenByJanelle]

12 Days of Rides! Happy Holidays from Driven By Janelle

This week we bring you details on Motorcycles available now for under 20K. We visited 5 dealerships in the Seattle/Tacoma area a rundown of a few bikes at each location. Check out our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@DrivenByJanelle] to see the bikes in video format.    Jarrod at Lynnwood Motoplex [https://www.motoplex.net/] in Lynnwood, WA showed us 2 Indian Models. 2024 Indian FTR and a 2025 Indian Scout 101 Dirt Bike Carl at South Bound Motorsports [https://www.southboundmotorsports.com/] in Lakewood, WA showed us the 2025 Honda Hornet and Honda CBR 1000R. Amy at Tacoma Motorsports [https://www.tacomamotorsports.com/] in Tacoma, WA had 3 Models for us to look at. A Honda CBR 650, a Yamaha R 8, and a Suzuki GSX 8R. Aiden at BMW Motorcycles of Seattle [https://www.bmwmcseattle.com/] in Seattle, WA told us all about the 2025 R18 from the Heritage line, the S 1000 RR super bike, and the F 900 GS.  Jon at Eastside Harley-Davidson [https://www.eastsideharley.com/] in Bellevue, WA shared some of his favorite rides with us. The 2024 Harley-Davidson® FXLRS - Low Rider® S, our first electric option with the 2024 LiveWire™ S2 Mulholland, and the 2024 Harley-Davidson® RH1250S - Sportster® S.

Meet Jessica Ruse: Community Focused Customization

In this episode of Driven By Janelle we sit down with Jessica Ruse, owner of Dead Center Cycles – a woman on a journey to make dreams reality. Whether it’s through customizing a ride paint job, creating accessibility for someone who may not be able to ride like they used to, or making sure each child feels seen, Jessica dedicates her time and energy to her community.   ✨ "What drives you to ride?"   📲 Follow Driven By Janelle: Facebook: @DrivenByJanelle [https://facebook.com/DrivenByJanelle] Instagram: @DrivenByJanelle [https://instagram.com/DrivenByJanelle] TikTok: @DrivenByJanelle [https://www.tiktok.com/@drivenbyjanelle] YouTube: Driven By Janelle [https://youtube.com/@DrivenByJanelle]   📲 Follow our Guest: Facebook: DeadCenterCycles [https://www.facebook.com/DeadCenterCycles/] Instagram: @Deadcentercycles [https://www.instagram.com/deadcentercycles/] Website: https://www.deadcentercycles.com/ [https://www.deadcentercycles.com/]

Meet Sinner: No Child Deserves to Live in Fear

In this episode of Driven by Janelle, we sit down with Sinner – the Puget Sound Chapter President of BACA. Bikers Against Child Abuse. Fighting for those who can’t fight for themselves and giving comfort when needed. Sinner found that her flashy pink bike does more than just match her nails.   ✨ "What drives you to ride?" 📲 Follow Driven By Janelle: Facebook: @DrivenByJanelle [https://facebook.com/DrivenByJanelle] Instagram: @DrivenByJanelle [https://instagram.com/DrivenByJanelle] TikTok: @DrivenByJanelle [https://www.tiktok.com/@drivenbyjanelle] YouTube: Driven By Janelle [https://youtube.com/@DrivenByJanelle]   📲 Follow our Guest: Facebook: BikersAgainstChildAbuseInternational [https://www.facebook.com/BikersAgainstChildAbuseInternational] Website: https://bacaworld.org/ [https://bacaworld.org/]

Meet Angele “Mama” DiMarco: Living Life by Riding and Writing

In this episode of Driven by Janelle, we sit down with Angela “Mama” DiMarco – A passionate filmmaker that was brought up seeing how strong women could accomplish anything. Set up with courage and gumption she followed her dreams of storytelling. Acting, producing, coaching, and directing all from the back of a Vino with her hair flowing in the wind. ✨ "What drives you to ride?" 📲 Follow Driven By Janelle: Facebook: @DrivenByJanelle [https://facebook.com/DrivenByJanelle] Instagram: @DrivenByJanelle [https://instagram.com/DrivenByJanelle] TikTok: @DrivenByJanelle [https://www.tiktok.com/@drivenbyjanelle] YouTube: Driven By Janelle [https://youtube.com/@DrivenByJanelle] 📲 Follow our Guest: Facebook: AngelaDiMarco Instagram: @imangeladimarco [https://www.instagram.com/imangeladimarco/] Website: imdb.me/angeladimarco  [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0227178/]