STURGIS 2002

[sid2002]

Who? what? when?
Jeff the Harley guy and I are starting to plan the ride. Anybody going and have a room we can sleep in?

[sks700]

I think that I am probably going for a couple of days, but I will camp if I do go. My dad and I may be going on Fri (9th?) and coming back Sun.

Lee

[Choirguy]

I'm going with a group of 3 guys out to Yellowstone, and then back through Sturgis on Wed, Thurs, and Fri. We'll leave Saturday and then make the rest of the trip on Sunday (I'm riding with guys who don't like the long haul).

We do have dibbs on a great campground...if you're staying the week. It has great facilities (showers, running water toliets, swimming pool) and you stay as long (or as short) as you want for $90. The place is in Piedmont (Elk Creek Resort), roughly 15 miles from Sturgis. Great location, great campground.

[framy]

Phyllis and I went out to rapid city the weekend of july 11-14, ended up staying at the elk creek camp ground while we toured the black hills. its a nice campground with easy access to the freeway and sturgis and the rest of the black hills. we won't be able to make the rally as i will be going on a fishing trip to canada at that same time. hope you have a great ride sid, if you want some suggestions on rides to hit let me know. Jim

[sid2002]

Jim I would like a list of rides if you have it.

[framy]

On Saturday, the 27th, if we meet up, I'll bring along a map of the black hills and some roads i enjoyed. Jim

[perksdlx2001]

I am riding out on the 3rd with about 20 guys from Rochester and we stay the week at the Rushmore Shadows south of Rapid City. Am registered for the owners ride on Wed. the 7th.
If any of you are out there on Thur. the 8th come to Hot Springs for the street drags and bar races. Yes, the bikes race through The Bar (that's the name) in Hot Springs. Things get rolling about 6:00pm . It is something to behold. Last year the Vic came in third in the street drags. Got beat by a sportster, for shame. I don't do the bar races but they are fun to watch. Just a suggestion if you are near there and bored....Hope to see some of you on the owners ride....:D :D :D

[sid2002]

Lee it looks like Jeff and I would be interested in riding out on the 9th with you. Camping is probably OK but if I could find a roof near where you are planning to stay I may consider that first. What time on Friday were you thinking of?

[Sparky_Bill]

Originally posted by perksdlx2001
Yes, the bikes race through The Bar (that's the name) in Hot Springs. Things get rolling about 6:00pm . It is something to behold. Last year the Vic came in third in the street drags. Got beat by a sportster, for shame.

I am not going this year but that does sound like fun watching. A picture opertunity. :D

[sks700]

Hi Sid, If my dad decides to go, we will (don't laugh)...trailor the bikes out there. I was thinking that if he didn't go that I wouldn't either. (didn't feel like riding alone this year). But if you guys want to go, I may be up for that. If so, I would want to leave as soon as I get off work, 6 AM.

I will try to get in touch with you this weekend and we can discuss it.

Lee

( I'm going on the Ride for Kids on sun if you want to go.)

[sid2002]

Lee, I can't ride on Sunday but will be going to Revys Sat. We are planning on going and 6A.M. sounds like what I was thinking of. Are you sure you can handle it without sleep?

[sks700]

That's what I did last year, and what I did going to KC. There will be plenty of time to sleep later:D :D

Lee

[Sparky_Bill]

Originally posted by sks700
That's what I did last year, and what I did going to KC. There will be plenty of time to sleep later:D :D

Lee

How it would be great to be YOUNG again! :rolleyes:

[BATMAN]

I don't believe Lee actually sleeps.

Hey, you guy's have fun in Sturgis!

[sks700]

How it would be great to be YOUNG again!

+thanks Sparky, all of the twenty-somethings at work have been giving me a hard time about being old. Sure makes me feel good to have REAL old guys like you around.:p :p .

Lee

[framy]

Thanks Lee, but you really are too kind!!!! Jim

[sid2002]

Pumped ? Yes I am. I am sure I won't sleep tonight.
Boy that big bag I bought last year sure looks nice on the back of my black. The Victory logo shows well and the bungies seem to hold it straight as an arrow. Too bad I'm not riding all the way but even the old Veterans I have talked to said "don't ride 90 through So. Dakota. Boring.
I am not one of those guys that takes pictures but you all know I will get my eyes full if the sights are there. As I always say" just cause I am on a diet don't mean I can't read the menu".
Well time to go to bed and let the dreams take over. Talk to all when we return.
Lee I can't wait to ride with you and your dad in sturgis. Don I am looking forward to riding with you again to. Anybody know if the Ghost is about to show?

[Swiffer]

Have fun Sid! We'll be looking forward to some stories when you get back.

Steve

[ghost]

Originally posted by sid2002
Anybody know if the Ghost is about to show?

Don't tempt me. It's been one of those days :crazy: and I could use a good long ride. Looking forward to all the pictures, stories, etc. Ride safe.

Pete