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As I mentioned in my Camping thread I am thinking of making a trip back to Washington State for my high school reunion. My planned route had me coming back through South Dakota around the 9th of August so I could see Mt Rushmore. However, I realized this morning that Sturgis is during that same week so if I am going to see the Memorial I think I should make it the first part of my trip instead. As that will be the week prior to Sturgis, what are the roads generally like? Are they still as crowded as people start to trickle in or can I get through the area without major headaches?
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Cowboy Up or Quit. - Run Free Lou and Rest in Peace
1981 GS550T - My First
1981 GS550L - My Eldest Daughter's - Now Sold
2007 GSF1250SA Bandit - My touring bike
Sit tall in the saddle Hold your head up high
Keep your eyes fixed where the trail meets the sky and live like you ain't afraid to die
and don't be scared, just enjoy your ride - Chris Ledoux, "The Ride" -
From what I hear, the week before is about as bad as "Bike Week"! Seems lots of people think they will avoid the crowds and come early. Had some friend that went last year 2 weeks early and it was still too crowded for them!Ron
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Went to Sturgis in '86 when attendence was microscopic compared to what it is today. It was too crowded for my liking back then, I bet it's a nightmare now!1980 Yamaha XS1100G (Current bike)
1982 GS450txz (former bike)
LONG list of previous bikes not listed here.
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Just finding a place to stay ($$$$) will be a challenge anytime near trailer week --
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The last time I was there was maybe 7-8 years ago and I was quoted a price of $329.00 per night for a hotel that normally goes for around $69/night. Just passing on what I remember.Originally posted by Wingsconsin View PostLarry
'79 GS 1000E
'93 Honda ST 1100 SOLD-- now residing in Arizona.
'18 Triumph Tiger 800 (gone too soon)
'19 Triumph Tiger 800 Christmas 2018 to me from me.
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Last time I went was 2010. We had 3 people, 3 bikes and 3 small tents. Changed campgrounds everyday. We were on the road with breakfast in us by 8am and the crowds were very tolerable. We parked for the day by 2-3 for lunch when the roads got crowded and the temps went up. They always found room for us some where. Avoid the Buffalo Chip like the plague...Current Rides: 82 GS1100E, 00 Triumph 955 Speed Triple:twistedevil:, 03 Kawasaki ZRX1200, 01 Honda GL1800, '15 Kawasaki 1000 Versys
Past Rides: 72 Honda SL-125, Kawasaki KE-175, 77 GS750 with total yosh stage 1 kit, 79 GS1000s, 80 GS1000S, 82 GS750e,82 GS1000S, 84 VF500f, 86 FZR600, 95 Triumph Sprint 900,96 Triumph Sprint, 97 Triumph Sprint, 01 Kawasaki ZRX1200, 07 Triumph Tiger 1050, 01 Yam YFZ250F
Work in progress: 78 GS1000, unknown year GS1100ES
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Thanks guys; I modified my route to miss that part of the country this time and will try to see the Memorial next year LONG BEFORE SturgisCowboy Up or Quit. - Run Free Lou and Rest in Peace
1981 GS550T - My First
1981 GS550L - My Eldest Daughter's - Now Sold
2007 GSF1250SA Bandit - My touring bike
Sit tall in the saddle Hold your head up high
Keep your eyes fixed where the trail meets the sky and live like you ain't afraid to die
and don't be scared, just enjoy your ride - Chris Ledoux, "The Ride"Comment
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Excellent decision Scott.Larry
'79 GS 1000E
'93 Honda ST 1100 SOLD-- now residing in Arizona.
'18 Triumph Tiger 800 (gone too soon)
'19 Triumph Tiger 800 Christmas 2018 to me from me.
'01 BMW R1100RL project purchased from a friend, now for sale.Comment
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