New Online Video Magazine For Motorcyclists

Feb. 18, 2010 - PRLog -- ThrottleHand combines its own unique programming with the uploaded content of its members to create an environment where subscribers can control, and even participate in their own media experience. ThrottleHand is a destination for motorcycle enthusiasts to network, socialize and promote their individuality.

“We mixed Speed Channel, YouTube and Facebook together, stripped them of any 
non-motorcycle related material and created a news, entertainment and social web experience devoted to motorcycling,” said Tom Roderick, the site’s creator.

Feature Videos produced by ThrottleHand are 10 to 20 minutes long with brief commercial interruptions. Current stories include: a day with the Screamin’ Eagle Vance & Hines Pro Stock drag race team, an interview with Peter Starr, the director of Take It To The Limit, Doug Polen’s 1on1 Riders School, and bike reviews: Honda DN-01, Suzuki C50T, Aprilia Tuono R and Yamaha YZ450F. More videos including a review on the Ducati Streetfighter, a Race Tech suspension adjustment story and interview with Race Tech owner, Paul Thede, are currently underway.

The ThrottleBlog section is a catch-all for non-video related content including news, press releases, new products, etc. The page includes an email link to submit material for consideration.

In the Classifieds section  ThrottleHand members can list bikes or other motorcycle-related items for sale, and it too includes a video component so interested parties can see and hear the bike a member is selling.



ThrottleHand also includes a social component. Free membership allows motorcyclists to upload their own videos and photos, and network with other motorcyclists. If you’re a part of a motorcycle club or organization you can promote it in the Gangs section.

“There’s always been a lack of quality motorcycle programming on television because the advertising isn’t there to support it,” said Roderick. “The growing speed of internet connections and the convergence of television and online video allows us to produce the stories you would otherwise only read about.”



Tom Roderick has been involved with motorcycling and media for 20 years. He owns a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Journalism and has held editorial positions at a variety of motorcycle consumer and trade magazines. His familiarity with both the powersports and media industries provide him clear insight into creating this new online video media format.