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Old Aug 3, 2012 | 12:04 PM
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Default Jut got back from Sturgis..

Went week early to sight see not party, but had a great time, got cut short day head of time due to thunderstorms, but for you guy's going out Sat thru next week posed to have great weather so enjoy your trip and have a great time...
 
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Old Aug 3, 2012 | 01:15 PM
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I went last year a week early. Still crowded but we stayed in Deadwood. Rained on us while we went through Custer Park and again the next day for a couple of hours but we all still had a good time. All the vendors were there and also set up at Rapid City Harley.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2012 | 01:24 PM
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I went really early, I was there week before last. Great place to ride, but I don't care for the crowds and inflated prices during the rally.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2012 | 01:48 PM
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I'm so bummed out. Was supposed to arrive today (Been planning since last year) and lo and behold my daughter has her college commencement tomorrow. Tough choice for me but the Wifey convinced me to do the right thing.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2012 | 03:00 PM
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Someday I need to get out there!
 
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Old Aug 3, 2012 | 03:01 PM
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Leaving in the morning
 
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Old Aug 3, 2012 | 03:34 PM
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How were the crowds the week before? I've only been there during rally week.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2012 | 03:35 PM
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Me too. Leaving at oh dark thirty tomorrow morning. Should get there Sunday evening. Staying in Lead. Can't wait to pop my Sturgis cherry!
 
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Old Aug 3, 2012 | 03:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Pagan48
Ok, I'll try a few pics. I only have the pics from my phone so far. Haven't got any off the camera yet.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2012 | 03:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Geoff
How were the crowds the week before? I've only been there during rally week.
I was in Sturgis area July 16th - 21st. Crowds were minimal. Prices were already somewhat inflated. Venders were partially setup, but I didn't really care about that.
 
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