Motorcycle Mary

Born in Alaska on the brink of World War II, Mary McGee’s early years were shadowed by fear. However, under the care of her older brother Jim, she learned to overcome her anxieties – a skill that would prove invaluable on the racetrack. Following Jim’s lead, she embarked on an extraordinary racing career, starting with cars where she consistently outpaced her male rivals. But it was on motorcycles where she found her true passion and sense of freedom, becoming the first woman to race motorcycles in the United States. Despite facing sexism and personal tragedy, Mary’s determination never wavered. She continued to push her limits, becoming the first person to solo the gruelling Baja 500 on a motorcycle.