just got back from Sturgis... WOW
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 12,946
Likes: 32
From: Colorado Springs, CO
Yup,
That was Stone House, who would think a old farm house in a field would be a neat place to hang out but it sure is. There was a guy from Texas playing some decent music when we was there, the wife even bought his CD.
When we go to Hulett, we have been taking the long way which is 212 out of Belle Fourche up to Alzada, MT then hang a left between the gas station & bar and go to Hulett.
The Black Hills are one of those favorite places the wife and I never grow tired of visiting; Rally or no Rally.
That was Stone House, who would think a old farm house in a field would be a neat place to hang out but it sure is. There was a guy from Texas playing some decent music when we was there, the wife even bought his CD.
When we go to Hulett, we have been taking the long way which is 212 out of Belle Fourche up to Alzada, MT then hang a left between the gas station & bar and go to Hulett.
The Black Hills are one of those favorite places the wife and I never grow tired of visiting; Rally or no Rally.
It's a good loop.
~Joe
Road Master
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 1,169
Likes: 9
From: Southern Illinois
The wife and i got back from Sturgis July 11 after a swing thru Colorado and Wyoming. Decided to get aheadof the crowds. Fantastic riding out that way and being as early as we were, no traffic. Stayed at the Penny Motel in Deadwood while we were there and rode out from it.
Tourer
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 448
Likes: 1
From: Hutchinson,Kansas
Agree with most of what has been posted. If you want to RIDE the hills Sturgis week is not the time to it,way to crazy. That being said the Rally is something most people will enjoy but it does get old in a hurry.
Road Master
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 843
Likes: 4
From: Where ever I lay my head...
Loved Sturgis. I went during my R&R after my second OIF tour. Great time. I hit it up a few days before and stayed for a few days during. Custer State Park and Iron Mountain road were amazing.
Road Captain
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 559
Likes: 5
From: Tampa Bay, Florida
Sturgis is on my bucket list. It’ll most likely be a once in a lifetime ride because of finances.
I’m retiring January 2012. My buddies and I are planning a ride to Sturgis and taking about 2 to 3 weeks of just riding. Won’t be going during the rally. I do Daytona two times a year. That’s enough rally for me.
I’m retiring January 2012. My buddies and I are planning a ride to Sturgis and taking about 2 to 3 weeks of just riding. Won’t be going during the rally. I do Daytona two times a year. That’s enough rally for me.
Thread Starter
|
Tourer
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 308
Likes: 0
From:
Thanks for all of the comments! To answer some of the questions, I left from about 35 miles northwest of Philadelphia, PA. I took mostly interstates (80/90) on the way our through Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and then into South Dakota. Coming home, I went south to route 20 in Nebraska and Iowa, then into Illinois. I took 80 from Illinois back home to PA.
The whole trip was a highlight, but some things that stick out are – In the Black Hills – Iron Mountain Road, The Custer State Park wildlife loop, and needles highway. Mount Rushmore was pretty neat as well. The ride to Devils Tower was great, as was Devil’s tower itself.
I stayed in Black Hawk at the Ramada Rapid City West. Nice place and it was centrally located. A downside was that it was not really “at” anyplace… an exit off of I90 with a gas station and a pizza hut.
Here are some pics: http://s84.photobucket.com/albums/k2...ip%20-%202011/
The whole trip was a highlight, but some things that stick out are – In the Black Hills – Iron Mountain Road, The Custer State Park wildlife loop, and needles highway. Mount Rushmore was pretty neat as well. The ride to Devils Tower was great, as was Devil’s tower itself.
I stayed in Black Hawk at the Ramada Rapid City West. Nice place and it was centrally located. A downside was that it was not really “at” anyplace… an exit off of I90 with a gas station and a pizza hut.
Here are some pics: http://s84.photobucket.com/albums/k2...ip%20-%202011/
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Times Harley-Davidson Chucked Tradition Out the Window
Verdad Gallardo
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
Intermediate
Joined: May 2011
Posts: 46
Likes: 0
From: long island,ny
me and my buddy rode from long island to sturgis. we were there the last week of july this year and we had a blast. great riding and everybody we met around the country were great.unbelivable stories to tell everybody and if you never took a long trip you have to try it. it was my first 2 week trip and we are already planning our next trip for the COLORADO AREA next year. I CANT WAIT.....
