Sturgis, 2010, First time there
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From: Minnesota
That was one of the reasons I thought it looked great, easy way to cool off.
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Sturgis, what can ya say!!!
It's everything you have heard and few things you could never imagine. Rain gear is a must, make sure your insurance covers hail damage. Last year was killer. The rides are great, the sights are fantastic.
This will be our 4th time there but we are fortunate enough to stay at a friends house just outside of downtown Rapid. If you haven't been there the sturgis web site has a download of ($$) what to bring, maps to everywhere you could want to ride while there .
Enjoy yourselves, even if you don't know us, when you see my wife you will know its us. ( * )( * )
It's everything you have heard and few things you could never imagine. Rain gear is a must, make sure your insurance covers hail damage. Last year was killer. The rides are great, the sights are fantastic.
This will be our 4th time there but we are fortunate enough to stay at a friends house just outside of downtown Rapid. If you haven't been there the sturgis web site has a download of ($$) what to bring, maps to everywhere you could want to ride while there .
Enjoy yourselves, even if you don't know us, when you see my wife you will know its us. ( * )( * )
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From: North Carolina
My wife and I are going to Sturgis for the first time this year. We live about an hour from Raleigh, North Carolina. We have made some long rides, but never this long. We can't wait. We are staying in Rapid City as we figure that is not too far from everything. There is certainly some good advice here. And I did download that information you have to pay for. There is quite a bit of information in it, especially if you are going to be camping.
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From: Depere, WI
Have fun!
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First timer here. Just booked at the Econolodge in Keystone-helluvalot cheaper than Rapid city...and it'll be a sweet ride into Sturgis! Leaving from Richmond, IL. Only staying two nights there...that might be just enough for me! 
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From: Deer Park, TX
Buddy of mine and I are riding up from Houston, leaving on the 7th planning on rolling in about mid day Monday.I've got a cabin booked at Custer St Park. Its both of our's first time to Sturgis and I'm hoping I haven't bit off more than I can chew as far as the rides concerned.
Planning on going to the Devils tower wednesday and leaving for home thursday morn.
Planning on going to the Devils tower wednesday and leaving for home thursday morn.
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Going again this year and staying again in Sundance, WY. Rates are 1/2 the price of Rapid City, area only 40 miles from Sturgis and great riding in the area. Think ahead when booking find a motel with a washer dryer and only pack 1/2 teh stuff you think you need. A few brews and meeting great peopel while the clothes are in the washer and dryer.
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From: NW Louisiana
Going for my third year in a row. Staying at Ellsworth AFB Family Camp for $7.00 a night with the 7th night free (tent camping). In the center of everything. Black Hills HD has all the maps and information you need plus a huge vendor area. HD puts on it's dog and pony show at the Rapid City Convention Center. Easy access to all the scenic must see places. One full day in downtown Sturgis is all you need to get the experience but the Chip is the mother lode.