In 1938, Pappy Hoel and the Jackpine Gypsie motorcycle club, decided to have an annual rally the the small town (pop. 6,400) of Sturgis, South Dakota. Every August since then, motorcycle enthusiasts have gathered until it has become a huge event, attracting almost half a million bikers from all 50 USA states and quite a few from Canada and other countries.
While some folks will be rowdy, most will just enjoy the extensive schedule of events, as well as get together with old and new friends.
My daughter and son-in-law went two years ago, combining the rally with an extensive cross-country motorcycle trip. They had a good time and were able to visit many western landmarks that they had not seen before. While they are happy they went, it is not something they want to do regularly, maybe again in a few years.
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Sunday, August 05, 2007
Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
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3 comments:
It must be fantastic to see many motorcycles at the same time and listen to its motors. Long life to this tradition!
sounds like great fun. used to LOVE motorcycles... was also a bit scared of bikers, until i met one in person- he was such a teddy bear!
The sound of all the motorcycles together can rattle your teeth!
We are seeing more motorcycles on the roads right now (summertime) but I think the rising price of gas will encourage people to ride them more, even when it gets cold.
Most bikers are really nice, but there are some mean ones out there, too, so it is wise to approach with caution.
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