He hopes 1 million people will show up. Typical attendance is around a half a million. The city of Sturgis, usually a sleepy community of under 7,, tried to tamp things down last year, canceling most city-sponsored events and promotion, but hordes of bikers showed up anyway. This year, the city is embracing the crowds.
Republican Gov. Kristi Noem has given the rally her blessing and will appear in a charity ride. The rally is happening as other giant summer events — from state fairs to music festivals like Lollapalooza — are returning around the U. A team from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention concluded in a published study that the rally " had many characteristics of a superspreading event. Rallygoers reasoned that after years of riding Harleys, the coronavirus was just another risk.
Five motorcycle riders were killed in crashes during the rally, and one fatal crash has already been reported this year. In , the city council even passed a resolution that said the Rally would start the first Friday of August! Sturgis is a small town in South Dakota. Its population was measured as only 6, in the census! Although Sturgis is the epicenter of the Rally, the entire state of South Dakota experiences an economic boost thanks to the hundreds of thousands of attendees, as well as all the businesses that come to service the Rally.
Harley-Davidson recommends that you always wear a helmet , but in South Dakota, motorcycle helmets are required only for riders under the age of After that, all helmets are off! Or on, it's up to you. Meanwhile, neighboring states have different laws.
In Nebraska, all riders have to wear helmets. While in Iowa no one has to wear a helmet at all. There's over 82, miles of road in South Dakota. On secondary highways, the speed limit is 65 MPH. Scenic highways, meanwhile, have reduced speeds because of all the bridges, curves, and at times limited visibility.
In urban areas, speed limits are less. If you're driving through city streets, for example, the speed limit is 25 MPH. School zones and obstructed intersections, meanwhile, are 15 MPH. When you come and for how long depends on how long you can put your life on hold to attend, how long you can afford to attend, and what you want out of your trip. If you're going to be at the Buffalo Chip. Sturgis can be a pricey event to attend. If you're camping, you may want to reserve upwards of 15 days so that you can enjoy the rally and have some buffer space for extra fun.
Add up your ride to and from Sturgis and add how much you'll ride while you're there too. Touring around the area may run you miles a day. Sturgis isn't really kid friendly, but it can be if you want it to be.
For a family friendly version of the Rally, you'll want to avoid nighttime activities when things tend to get wild. You'll also want to steer clear of hotels that host a lot of attendees because rally-goers frequently like to party late into the night. Even a campground with a lot of motorcycles can keep you and your kids up if there's revving late into the night.
Make sure you bring appropriate riding gear. Otherwise, what you wear is going to depend on the weather and you won't know that until the rally approaches. Be minimalist in your packing. That way you have room for souvenirs! You can even buy items of clothing at the rally that you wear during the rally, saving further space.
Prioritize rain gear and shower supplies. Check the weather regularly as your trip date approaches. Some years the rally has been hot while others it was cold.
Knowing what to wear can make a big difference. Although, you can always buy weather appropriate souvenirs! Come for the rally but stay for the rides. Rushmore from Sturgis, so make the time to go! Rushmore in person. It truly is awe inspiring! During the event, the entire town is overrun with motorcycles, parties, bike shows and live concerts.
People from all over the world attend to ride, sightsee and experience the unique atmosphere. All the options can be overwhelming, so we compiled a list of the top attractions to see and things to do during your Sturgis Motorcycle Rally experience. Leave the rally more knowledgeable about the history of motorcycling after visiting the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum and Hall of Fame.
Admire the showcase of vintage bikes and memorabilia and learn about the individuals who have made a long-term, positive impact on the motorcycle community. Sturgis was formed decades ago by a motorcycle club that staged riding and racing events. Fast forward, and you can experience how it all began by attending the rally races. During the rally, Main Street is strictly motorcycles-only and a great place to walk around.
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