Sturgis, what a ripoff
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Sturgis for most people is a one time deal and the anticipation should be that things are going to be pricey, given that it is "THE" rally. Once understood, go and have fun and chalk it up as a good trip. I've been once and don't plan on going back. We stayed in Deadwood and had as much fun there as in Sturgis. It's like two rallies. Did all the riding, saw all the sites and spent a lot of money. It was a great 3400 mile trip..
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Hotel rates in all cities raise dramatically based on demand (events going on during certain weekends). Here in Park City right now you can get a hotel room for $250 a night that will run you $1500 during ski season.
And $6 for a beer is a bargain compared to any sports arena. Those places are usually at least $10.
Personally, never been, but I plan to ride the Black Hills in the future (just prob not during the rally)
And $6 for a beer is a bargain compared to any sports arena. Those places are usually at least $10.
Personally, never been, but I plan to ride the Black Hills in the future (just prob not during the rally)
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"And $6 for a beer is a bargain compared to any sports arena. Those places are usually at least $10."
Wow, it's come to this, comparing price gougers and saying the lesser ******* is a "bargain."
Wow, it's come to this, comparing price gougers and saying the lesser ******* is a "bargain."
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Ya know, sturgis isn't for everyone. We all have different likes/dislikes and perspectives. And as someone else mentioned, sturgis is what you make of it. I've gone the last four years and plan to continue going. If you don't like it, don't go. You can ride those hills sometime other than rally week.
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The riding in the area is the draw. Most of what's for sale there is junk and border-line fresh out of china crap or a overzealous flee market. There are deals to be had in some areas and its a nice way to get some hands on for some of the different things if you are in the process of modding your bike. I recall swinging by the Danny Gray tent in rapid city and was able to test out a seat I was looking for and was offered 15% off. I hit the 75th last year as my first because it was the 75th and it was my first opportunity to go. I will go back because I have people down toward hot springs and the riding throughout the region is phenomenal. I'm sure as a whole its a rip off and if you limit yourself to only staying/going to the most popular joints, you will probably blow a lot of unnecessary loot. But tbh, 6 bucks on a beer (if its good beer) isn't outside the realm on my end.