American Iron Magazine: Top 10 Motorcycle Rallies of the Summer

American Iron Magazine: Top 10 Motorcycle Rallies of the Summer
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Lone Star Rally – November 3-6, 2016
Galveston, Texas closes out the summer with their very own
biker Mardi Gras in the downtown area known as The Strand, ripe
with balconied businesses, bars, restaurants, and vendors.
Info: www.lonestarrally.com.
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Myrtle Beach Bike Week – May 13-22, 2016
Myrtle Beach would have shown up much higher on this
list had there not been multiple sources of discouragement for bikers to attend. Businesses such as Myrtle Beach Harley-Davidson are
working tirelessly to restore the Bike Week to its former glory.
Info: www.myrtlebeachbikeweek.com.
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West Virginia Mountainfest – July 27-31, 2016
Nicknamed the “Wild and Wonderful Mountainfest Motorcycle Rally,” Mountainfest offers spacious and beautiful scenery and
roads. Info: www.wvmountainfest.com.
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Laughlin River Run – April 26-29, 2017
The Laughlin River Run presents the unique opportunity to
ride and rally along the Colorado River, a ride that includes cruising
down Route 66. Info: www.laughlinriverrun.com.
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Las Vegas BikeFest – Sept 29-Oct 2, 2016
Freemont Street in Las Vegas plays the house to all freewheelin’ comers and goers, with scheduled poker runs, cash prizes,
games, and shows. Vegas, baby! Info: www.lasvegasbikefest.com.
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Bikes, Blues & BBQ – September 21-24, 2016
Fayetteville, Arkansas. That’s where you’ll find competitionworthy BBQ and grooving to the
sweet, improvisational sounds of
blues musicians. Quality riding, eating and music listening awaits you,
with rides through Arkansas Ozarks
and Eureka Springs must-dos. Info:
www.bikesbluesandbbq.org.
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Laconia Motorcycle Week – June 11-19, 2016
This year marks the 93rd anniversary of America’s oldest motorcycle rally, taking place in New Hampshire along the shores of
Lake Winnipesaukee. Big name music acts and racing action top off
the historic rally. Info: www.laconiamcweek.com.
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Americade – June 7-11, 2016
Taking place in the delightful Adirondacks, zeroing in on Lake
George, New York, guided and unguided tours take rally-goers on
adventures such as the 7 Lake Loop, Adirondack Gateway, Top of
the World, and the Italian Feast. Bikes, music, food, bikes, roads,
sights, bikes: what more do you need? Info: www.americade.com.
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Republic of Texas (ROT)
Rally – June 9 -12, 2016
Austin plays host to this Texassized shebang at the Travis County
Expo. With big names headlining the
concerts and a massive motorcycle
parade through downtown Austin,
mark Texas on your summer travel
map. Info: www.rotrally.com.
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Sturgis – August 8-14, 2016
The Black Hills motorcycle rally hardly needs much explaining.
Bikers take great pride in riding to and from Sturgis, with an oldschool vibe remaining very much alive. Buffalo Chip hosts a music
festival and various other activities, and, this year, you can check out
two motorcycles built by Black Hills area high school students and
vote on a winner. Info: www.sturgis.com.
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