Sturgis

I grew up in Black Hawk, SD. Went to High School in Sturgis. I’ve always loved the rally there! I left SD in July in favor of college elsewhere. Needless to say I haven’t had a chance to go back to Sturgis in August for the rally. This year I finally get to go back for that special week!

It’s hot and sticky but well worth the ton’s of bikes and men on parade.

I went to the 2002 bike week and rode 1700 miles to get there. Lots of rain, cool nights and I slept on 2 picnic tables on the way there. Not alot of rooms available. While packing my little bag I debated on whether or not to bring thermal stuff. Good thing I did cause I’ve never seen such dramatic change in weather. 90° sunny one day and 35°, sideways rain, hail and tornado the next. Very cool.

When the bikers aren’t there, this place is as dead as can be.

Go during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally (not sure why anyone would go any other time) and take a trip to Mount Rushmore nearby. It’s fun to see so many leather jackets and tatoos out mixed with the majestic forest surrounding.