Alternative to sturgis

[pepper_guy]

Have any of you ever wished there was a “Sturgis” type event for Trikers? Have you ever wanted to explore that corner of South Dakota without the crowds? Well this year you will have that chance. First Gold Casino and Resort in Deadwood, SD. is hosting a Three Wheeler Rally from July 16 thru July 19 and they have committed to continue this rally for the next 5 years. There will be a Trike Show n Shine, scenic rides, a scavenger hunt and lots of social events throughout the 3 day event. For more information contact Teresas@firstgold.com or call 800-274-1876 ext1102. It sure sounds like a greattime.

[werewolf]

I hope this works.
While we already have reservations for the Sturgis rally this year
A visit without all the traffic would be really nice

[pmar6004]

Here is their website link for those that would like to know more about the rally: http://d3wr.com/ Sounds interesting...

Daydreamer

[TouringOn2]

I also have reservations for Sturgis at the same place we stayed last year. The 75th should be one of the biggest ever. If this Trike rally takes hold I will try it next year. Be safe and enjoy the ride. Larry

[Texan]

Hope it catches on....just too close to Sturgis this year for me. My 30th year to ride. Did the Chip T.O.U.R. ride (swim meet) last year and had a great time. Suppose to do it again this year but haven't heard anything yet.

Really kinda surprised they'd try to kick something like this off this year with it being the 75th anniv. Most people already have their reservations and such in place (or at least they'd better) for Sturgis. Just too far (1000 miles) to turn around and ride back 2 weeks later.

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[pmar6004]

Hope it catches on....just too close to Sturgis this year for me. My 30th year to ride. Did the Chip T.O.U.R. ride (swim meet) last year and had a great time. Suppose to do it again this year but haven't heard anything yet.

Really kinda surprised they'd try to kick something like this off this year with it being the 75th anniv. Most people already have their reservations and such in place (or at least they'd better) for Sturgis. Just too far (1000 miles) to turn around and ride back 2 weeks later.

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Texan,
I'm in agreement with you and I'm only about 400 miles away. I'm pretty much committed to Sturgis this year, planning on attending the T.O.U.R. again (will be my 3rd time), plus I will be hosting the TT/TOI Meet/Ride event again, the following day. I may consider it next year, however, as it would be nice to leisurely tour the Black Hills will a lot less 2 wheel traffic to contend with, plus the bonus of cheaper lodging costs.

Daydreamer

[Texan]

?..... plus I will be hosting the TT/TOI Meet/Ride event again, the following day. Daydreamer

Tried to make the TT/TOI last year but it was TOO danged early in the morning. My buddy Al from SeeThroughBraz made it but I couldn't. I know Cheyenne gets busy later but I had a rough night and couldn't get back on the trike. This Parkensons kicks my A$$ sometimes in the mornings.

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[pepper_guy]

My original plan for this year was to make Sturgis, but being I really don't like crowds I changed my plans after finding this forum. Then I was planning on attending the Western Tour, but decided with limited vacation time and the fact it's about a 2,200 mile round trip just to get to the start of the tour, I would go with Deadwood. I've made reservations at First Gold. I'm looking forward to some nice scenic rides without having to dodge a few thousand other bikes and trikes along the way. With a little luck I'll get to meet some folks from this forum.

[mcridernj]

Great idea. 2015 does not work for me. 2016 is on my schedule now; dates TBD of course.

[JetDoc]

Sturgis WITHOUT the Hells Angels wannabes and half a million drunk bikers! Count me in! I'd love to do this as an annual ride.

I've downloaded the registration form, but don't see any information on motel room discounts or block reservations. One of the motel web sites shows no rooms available for the 16th and the 18th. Is there a room reservation code?

[pepper_guy]

I am not aware of any room reservation codes. If you are a BTW (Brothers of the Third Wheel) member, First Gold hotel is offering a discount given upon check-in (you must show your current BTW membership card). There is a 50% discount on registration for the event as well as the discount at First Gold Hotel just for BTW members. I hope to see you there!

[JetDoc]

I've been doing a bit more research on this "event" planned for Deadwood S.D. and the more I see, the more I don't like. The two CASINOS that are sponsoring this event sound like real winners... One looks like a "no-tell motel" and the other wants $350 PER NIGHT for a room! Unless they provide hot and cold running hookers, I'm NOT paying $350 PER NIGHT for ANY motel room.

Maybe I'll just plan my own trip to the black hills for some other weekend, and miss all the "excitement" of another casino sponsored "event".

[wehrme]

Wouldn't mind going myself.
Don't really care for the 'event' thing though. Hate to pay in advance, be tied down to some motel for a ditty-bag and shine-and-show thing.

Sturgis is definitely out. I can watch that on TV (sans boobage).

How about a few of us getting together around that time frame, arrive/leave when you want, stay where you want, and do our own thing?

[pepper_guy]

There have been about 5,200 views of this post. Who if anyone other than myself is planning to attend?

[Frozn in Minnesota]

We are planning to go. Leaving on Wednesday night, and stopping in Mitchell SD. Then on from there. Not sure on coming back Sun. or Mon. yet. One other rider from town is also going.

[wehrme]

Still up in the air on this one.

Tried to look up room rates, but the motel shows 16-19 booked.

What kind of room rates are we talking? (save me a call).

[stinger608]

I know Cheyenne gets busy later but I had a rough night and couldn't get back on the trike. This Parkensons kicks my A$$ sometimes in the mornings.

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If your talking the Cheyenne Frontier Days, it is the last full week of July.
This year its actually kind of early. It is July 17th through the 26th.

That, I believe, is due to the 1st of August being on a Saturday.

Needless to say, if your attending this meet in Deadwood and riding through the Cheyenne area ya might as well not figure on getting a room in Cheyenne. They will be booked solid and if there is one available it will be insanely priced.

If your coming from the southern US and riding up I25 your best bet would be to figure a stop in Fort Collins Colorado. That would basically put ya 400 miles south of Deadwood and leaving in the morning would still put you in the Black Hills in the afternoon.

[pepper_guy]

My wife spoke with Theresa at First Gold, as of today there are 124 folks registered from 19 states and Canada. Looks like it's shaping up to be a fairly large Trike event.

[firstgold]

There are still motel rooms at First Gold as well as across the town. At First Gold they run $119 a night Sunday through Thursday and $149 on the weekend. There is a block of room under Three wheel Rally. Call the reservation desk at 800-274-1876 ext. 1000. BTW members get a better rate that averages $86 a night plus tax and fees because they are running the show n shine.
If you want a one stop way to find rooms call 866-601-5103. It is the number for the Black Hills Central Reservations. They work with most properties and campgrounds in Deadwood and the Black Hills Area.
We are not pushing the casinos - in fact I have put together 101 things to do while you are in Deadwood and I don't think any of them have to do with gambling.
Registration for the D3WR event is $20 before June 1st and $25 after that. T-shirts are $15 if you want one. There will be a patch and pin in your swag bag and a coupon book that will provide a ton of savings while you are here.

With BRP picking us up as one of their 2015 events, they are hosting the Friday night supper and your Thursday night supper is part of the registration. If you ride a Spyder you also get a free breakfast on Saturday. Things are coming together fast here...should be a great rally. If you have questions email me at teresas@firstgold.com
I don't get on the forums much but always happy to answer your questions.

[wehrme]

Just registered. Looking forward to being there.