How many RallyPoint Riders would like to meet at a central location for a Motorcycle rally and ride?

COL Mikel J. Burroughs — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 16:56:35 -0400

I've noticed we've got a lot of Harley and Motorcycle riding veterans, retirees, and active duty personnel here on RallyPoint.

UPDATE: AUGUST IS PAST - I'M SHOOTING FOR A RALLY ON 2017 (SPRING OR SUMMER)! I'LL UPDATE THIS POST WHEN SPRING ARRIVES HERE IN COLORADO! THANKS!

What are your thoughts about putting together a rally and ride somewhere centrally located in the USA, so we could all meet up during the month of August 2016 or September 2016 for 5 to 6 days of riding, etc. Send your thoughts, a location, and a picture of your bike

Response by MAJ Jim Woods made Mar 24 at 2016 4:57 PM

MAJ Jim Woods — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 16:57:39 -0400

September is a little cooler but I'm up for either....

Response by SSG Brandon Sheldon made Mar 24 at 2016 4:58 PM

SSG Brandon Sheldon — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 16:58:05 -0400

I'm always down to do some riding and have a fairly open schedule.

Response by Randy Semroska made Mar 24 at 2016 5:09 PM

Randy Semroska — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 17:09:02 -0400

Sounds good did Sturgis last year so I am good on that for a while. Arkansas and Oklahoma is fun. Carolina/ Virginia is good as well.

Response by SFC Derek Ashman made Mar 24 at 2016 5:12 PM

SFC Derek Ashman — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 17:12:54 -0400

I am always up for riding. Just have to know the dates and location. I am out of Ft Stewart, Ga

Response by LTC Stephen F. made Mar 24 at 2016 5:22 PM

LTC Stephen F. — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 17:22:03 -0400

That is a great question COL Mikel J. Burroughs. Unfortunately my sense of balance is not what it used to be so I won't be participating.

Response by CPT Jack Durish made Mar 24 at 2016 5:32 PM

CPT Jack Durish — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 17:32:14 -0400

Can I come on a moped?

Response by SFC Daniel Faires made Mar 24 at 2016 5:36 PM

SFC Daniel Faires — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 17:36:41 -0400

Well hell when and where !!

Response by COL Mikel J. Burroughs made Mar 24 at 2016 5:44 PM

COL Mikel J. Burroughs — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 17:44:13 -0400

Rallypoint Members that have responded so far. I'm going to wait until I get as many responses as possible and then I will post on this same discussion some locations and possible dates for a ride and rally (most likely the August timeframe) because it's warmer and kids are still out of school (in some places); and the 75th Strugis Anniversary is over. Stay tune!

Response by SFC Jim Ruether made Mar 24 at 2016 5:58 PM

SFC Jim Ruether — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 17:58:58 -0400

Let me know when and where and I will be there!

Response by SFC Jim Ruether made Mar 24 at 2016 5:59 PM

SFC Jim Ruether — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 17:59:49 -0400

I'll be there just let me know when and where brother!

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 24 at 2016 6:01 PM

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 18:01:58 -0400

I'm in Korea at the moment but 100% for the next one.

Response by SSG Warren Swan made Mar 24 at 2016 6:33 PM

SSG Warren Swan — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 18:33:03 -0400

My bike is at Garwood Customs right now...this is what she looked like a week ago (left pic)......in five weeks she's going to look VERY close to the second bike. Won't be able to ride that far. Meeting up still sounds nice though.

Response by SFC Clark Adams made Mar 24 at 2016 6:55 PM

SFC Clark Adams — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 18:55:27 -0400

I take my R100RT and Ural Gear Up out whenever I can. Maybe folks can post a "Rally Point" at Bike Week, Sturgis or Americade especially at Rolling Thunder!

Response by MSgt Steven Holt, NRP, CCEMT-P made Mar 24 at 2016 7:16 PM

MSgt Steven Holt, NRP, CCEMT-P — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 19:16:03 -0400

Sounds like an awesome idea! Not sure I can make it due to schedule constraints but great idea none the less.

Response by MSgt Donald W. Tipton made Mar 24 at 2016 8:00 PM

MSgt Donald W. Tipton — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 20:00:56 -0400

I'd be up for a ride but can't do 5-6 days due to work. I'll also be attending Sturgis again this year and we have a Regional CVMA Rally in KS mid August.

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Response by SFC William Farrell made Mar 24 at 2016 8:48 PM

SFC William Farrell — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 20:48:21 -0400

Looking good there COL Mikel J. Burroughs. While I gave up bike riding, its a great idea. I am thinking you will have a lot of success with it. Should be interesting to post some pics and updates when its all said and done.

Response by CPO Andy Carrillo, MS made Mar 24 at 2016 8:51 PM

CPO Andy Carrillo, MS — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 20:51:26 -0400

COL Mikel J. Burroughs I'm in. How about Phoenix? It's only 127 degrees in the shade in August, the hotel rates are cheap, and we can all ride naked (helmets optional)!

Response by SGT John " Mac " McConnell made Mar 24 at 2016 9:18 PM

SGT John " Mac " McConnell — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 21:18:47 -0400

Interested ! Just got to keep my options open... Just depends on when.. Getting away from AT&T this time of year is hard to do being an outside plant Tech. This time of year in the mountains is quite a bit cooler for sure ! Ruidoso, New mexico is great. I am In Texas and it is really Hot this time of year.

Response by MAJ Alex Hernandez made Mar 24 at 2016 9:57 PM

MAJ Alex Hernandez — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 21:57:25 -0400

Sounds Like a great idea. I would certainly make every attempt to participate. I live in Independence, MO.

Response by COL Charles Williams made Mar 24 at 2016 11:29 PM

COL Charles Williams — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 23:29:16 -0400

COL Mikel J. Burroughs That would be cool. Early August is best for me... as I back to school by mid August... Mid America would be most convenient.... How about the Dragons Tail?
http://tailofthedragon.com/

Response by SGM Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 25 at 2016 2:13 AM

SGM Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 02:13:09 -0400

I'd love to ride, it kind of just depends on how I'm doing physically. I live in Maryland, but am from Oklahoma and my Mom still lives in Bartlesville. So I could always trailer the trike out there and meet up in the region pretty easily.

Response by CPL J Sannizzaro made Mar 25 at 2016 2:49 AM

CPL J Sannizzaro — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 02:49:48 -0400

I would love to do it. But of of corse the when and where play a big role in if I'm actually able to participate.

Response by CPL J Sannizzaro made Mar 25 at 2016 3:18 AM

CPL J Sannizzaro — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 03:18:06 -0400

September works better for me, personally.

Response by TSgt David L. made Mar 25 at 2016 5:08 AM

TSgt David L. — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 05:08:25 -0400

It depends. I am shooting for Sturgis again this year and have another trip in the works. I might be interested though.

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 25 at 2016 6:42 AM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 06:42:27 -0400

Thanks.

Response by Col Joseph Lenertz made Mar 25 at 2016 9:08 AM

Col Joseph Lenertz — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 09:08:03 -0400

August would work...Carolina, Virginia or even further North on the right side of the map. I'm new at it, so it would be my first long ride. Would love to meet the RP crowd!

Response by SSG Carlos Madden made Mar 25 at 2016 11:08 AM

SSG Carlos Madden — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 11:08:31 -0400

I added the Patriot Guard group tag (I didn't even know we had that in the database). Hopefully some of these members will join.

https://www.rallypoint.com/topics/patriot-guard/followers

Patriot Guard | RallyPoint

Patriot Guard

Response by SSG John Gillespie made Mar 25 at 2016 11:35 AM

SSG John Gillespie — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 11:35:25 -0400

I'd love to attend but I'm tossing my hat into the ring for a civilian job within the next few months. My availability would really depend on where I land in that regard as well as where you guys settle on for the ride. I'm still near Fort Hood for the moment and riding the Hill Country is pretty nice, though I really prefer lots of mountainous terrain for cornering and scenery when I am out for a pleasure ride.

Across two weeks last year, from early to mid-September, I put this little bike on both sides of the continent and stood on the shore at Daytona Beach, FL and Ruby Beach, WA. I plan to do it again with a bigger bike when I have the time as that ride was about the experience of going coast to coast on a smaller bike with nothing I couldn't carry in a backpack. This one's a V-Star 650 Custom which I got for daily transportation to and from post while I was still on active duty.

Response by COL Mikel J. Burroughs made Mar 25 at 2016 1:53 PM

COL Mikel J. Burroughs — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 13:53:25 -0400

Okay RallyPoint Members I'm getting a lot of positive feedback and it looks like early August 2016 is winning out for the date, now I need some location recommendations that would allow for anyone in the United States to participate in this first ever RallyPoint Rally and Ride. Keep in mind I will be riding all the way from Oceanside, CA (no problem) - I'm going to provide a couple of suggestions here along with pictures and I hope you all will particiapte with some ideas as well. My first Suggestion would be Sturgis and we could meet at a certian location there and spend a couple days outside of Strugis - your thoughts?

HERE IS A POSSIBLE SCENARIO:

August 8th - 14th, 2016(76th Annual Sturgis Rally)

August 5, 2016 travel day (FROM ALL LOCATIONS)
August 6, 2016 travel day (FROM ALL LOCATIONS)
August 7, 2016 everyone meets in Gillette, WY (make your own accommodations) others can stay where they like around Sturgis, SD – plan a ride around the Sturgis area, avoid Sturgis on Day 1 – Visit Crazy Horse
August 8, 2016 – ride the Needle and visit Mount Rushmore
August 9, 2016 – Plan a day downtown Sturgis – MEET THAT NIGHT FOR DINNER, PHOTOS, AND CELEBRATION FOR THE FIRST RALLYPOINT MEET AND GREET!
August 10, 2016 – travel home (BACK TO ALL LOCATIONS)
August 11, 2016 – travel home (BACK TO ALL LOCATIONS)

Response by SPC Bill Livingston made Mar 25 at 2016 3:11 PM

SPC Bill Livingston — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 15:11:18 -0400

Great idea! Of course it will depend on the 4 W"s. Where, when, wife, and work! Not sure I'll be able to get that much time off from work. Would this be limited to only Rally Point members? I have Veteran friends in the Patriot Guard Riders who are retired and might be interested.

Response by GySgt Bill Smith made Mar 25 at 2016 3:37 PM

GySgt Bill Smith — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 15:37:26 -0400

Sounds like a great idea.

Response by SSG Ryan Moore made Mar 25 at 2016 3:40 PM

SSG Ryan Moore — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 15:40:47 -0400

A true awesome thing for those that ride… Unfortunately I do not but nonetheless pretty cool for those that do..

Response by SFC Wade W. made Mar 25 at 2016 4:32 PM

SFC Wade W. — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 16:32:01 -0400

Possibly a regional thing? I can't ride anymore but my wife could cage me someplace for a meet and greet with our RallyPoint folks.

Response by COL Ted Mc made Mar 25 at 2016 4:47 PM

COL Ted Mc — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 16:47:47 -0400

COL Mikel J. Burroughs - Mikel; As one of those motorcycle riders, I'm glad that you recognize the difference between a motorcycle and a "Harley".

Response by PV2 Bengie Gonzalz LMHC made Mar 25 at 2016 10:26 PM

PV2 Bengie Gonzalz LMHC — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 22:26:24 -0400

That would be cool to put together. Hey, if you ride a Harley, I looked at one and I have heard that the engines don't last, is there any truth to that? Please help me on this question.

Response by 1SG David Niles made Mar 26 at 2016 11:12 PM

1SG David Niles — Sat, 26 Mar 2016 23:12:09 -0400

Depends on the where and when

Response by SPC Edward Robinson made Mar 27 at 2016 6:29 AM

SPC Edward Robinson — Sun, 27 Mar 2016 06:29:05 -0400

Since I am blessed in living my final years of life in Big Sky Country: Montana. The ride you will enjoy more then any other is the Beartooth Highway. It heads out of Red Lodge, Montana towards the Northeast Gate of Yellowstone National Park just west of Cooke City, Montana. It is worth the drive. Here are a couple of leads about the road:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=78HnNT689ac Video on YouTube about the Beartooth
http://www.mdt.mt.gov/travinfo/beartooth/ Lead by the State of Montana

Beartooth Highway

1992. The Beartooth Highway runs 69-miles, from the Red Lodge to Cooke City, Montana and then to the Northeast entrance to Yellowstone National Park. It's a ...

Response by SPC Edward Robinson made Mar 27 at 2016 6:45 AM

SPC Edward Robinson — Sun, 27 Mar 2016 06:45:19 -0400

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0nlmineYIOg one more lead on the Beartooth Highway.... Yes I love that country up there and that is where my ashes will be spread once I cross that final bridge in life.

Driving Montana and Wyoming's Beartooth Pass June, 16, 2011

Driving over Beartooth Pass in Montana and Wyoming, June 16, 2011. Between Red Lodge, Montana and Cooke City, Montana. The highway called "The most beautiful...

Response by SPC Edward Robinson made Mar 27 at 2016 7:06 AM

SPC Edward Robinson — Sun, 27 Mar 2016 07:06:04 -0400

Last video on the Beartooth Highway: Video through Beartooth Pass on Harley Davidsons
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsTGyerRNRo

Beartooth Pass Motorcycle Ride

Video through Beartooth Pass on Harley Davidsons. First draft.

Response by Kim Bolen RN CCM ACM made Mar 27 at 2016 10:19 AM

Kim Bolen RN CCM ACM — Sun, 27 Mar 2016 10:19:44 -0400

Oh, I would Colonel!

Response by 1SG David Lopez made Mar 27 at 2016 10:19 PM

1SG David Lopez — Sun, 27 Mar 2016 22:19:59 -0400

I could try, but honestly have 2 vacations planned this year. The first starts next week, doing this vacation all on the bike, starting in Paso Robles, CA, going to Los Angeles for 3 days, Dodger Game, El Cids in Hollywood for Spanish Paella and Flaminco Dancing show, sight see the beaches etc; then its off to Las Vegas for 3 days, Staying in New York, New York on the strip, riding with Army friends to places like Mt. Charleston, Red Rock and Canyons of the Fire, catch a couple of Vegas shows and buffets; then were ending in West World of Scottsdale for the 2016 Arizona Bike Week for 5 days of pure motorcycle rally fun and concerts. Later in August, planning on going back to Sturgis, this time we are staying there for 8 days. Then my last week of vacation will be in October, doing a week at Camp Pendleton's San Onofre Beach Resort, where we are also having my Moms 70th Birthday Party. I'm also planning on joining a number of Army Rangers from Fort Lewis, WA who plan on attending the Rolling Thunder West (motorcycle event) in Riverside, CA. I will link up with them somewhere south of San Francisco and ride with them to Riverside on Memorial Day Weekend. Hopefully we will see you there Colonel Burroughs.

Response by Sgt Patrick Carron made Mar 28 at 2016 9:57 AM

Sgt Patrick Carron — Mon, 28 Mar 2016 09:57:21 -0400

All the more reason for me to get another bike. I don't know anyone on here personally, but I think it would be great to get together with some fellow Vets for a few days of riding.
If your serious, count me in!!

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 28 at 2016 10:55 AM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 28 Mar 2016 10:55:55 -0400

Mickey- I'll inform AL Riders leadership but that's longer than they do. Following Thunder to Washington.n, D.C. and local fun raisers and "POKER" runs what ever they are! John

Response by SGM Erik Marquez made Mar 28 at 2016 12:04 PM

SGM Erik Marquez — Mon, 28 Mar 2016 12:04:33 -0400

COL Mikel J. Burroughs Sir, like to? Yes.... available to? not unless your central location is Central Texas.. This is my busy season and Im teaching 6 or more days a week, fitting in fleet and preferred customer maintenance in between. Wish you the best of luck at putting this ride/meet/greet together.

Response by CPT Pedro Meza made Mar 28 at 2016 3:27 PM

CPT Pedro Meza — Mon, 28 Mar 2016 15:27:52 -0400

I am interested, although I deal with dizzy spells which limits me when I ride my 04 Sporster, but I do have a back up 80 FLT on which I looking to convert into a Trike.

Response by CAPT Kevin B. made Mar 28 at 2016 4:08 PM

CAPT Kevin B. — Mon, 28 Mar 2016 16:08:30 -0400

Depending on the numbers, I can host a stop up here in Northern Idaho. August is prime riding weather. Have to prep for a wedding on the property for early SEP though. Have about 5 acres of pasture and spare bathrooms. I don't ride but know good riding groups are some of the most decent people on earth.

Response by PO3 Steven Sherrill made Mar 28 at 2016 5:01 PM

PO3 Steven Sherrill — Mon, 28 Mar 2016 17:01:42 -0400

COL Mikel J. Burroughs I am turning slightly green with a little bit of envy. I am anxiously waiting my daughter's high school graduation in May so that I can start riding again (been twelve years).

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 30 at 2016 2:08 PM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 30 Mar 2016 14:08:51 -0400

I love to, if by central you mean central Germany.

Response by CPT Edward Barr made Mar 31 at 2016 1:20 PM

CPT Edward Barr — Thu, 31 Mar 2016 13:20:26 -0400

I won't be home again until the 1st week of August, and leaving again the 1st week of September.
So, my vote would be mid-late August. Also, with such short time home with the family, my vote would also be somewhere within a days drive of Illinois.

Response by COL Mikel J. Burroughs made Apr 2 at 2016 10:17 AM

COL Mikel J. Burroughs — Sat, 02 Apr 2016 10:17:20 -0400

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Response by MSgt Richard Rountree made Apr 22 at 2016 12:27 PM

MSgt Richard Rountree — Fri, 22 Apr 2016 12:27:14 -0400

Sounds like fun...depends on my schedule though.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 22 at 2016 2:48 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 22 Apr 2016 14:48:35 -0400

I have a phobia of motorcycles (19 Soldiers dead). Would love to show up in my Mustang!

Response by SSG Jeremy Kohlwes made Apr 22 at 2016 2:54 PM

SSG Jeremy Kohlwes — Fri, 22 Apr 2016 14:54:27 -0400

I would be interested. I do the Republic of Texas of Texas rally every year now. It would depend a lot on location and time.

Response by SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member made May 15 at 2016 7:01 PM

SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 15 May 2016 19:01:44 -0400

I'll try making it out for this ride, no promises though, due to school. Sounds like it would be a lot of fun!

Response by PO2 Richard Wilson made Jun 20 at 2016 11:59 PM

PO2 Richard Wilson — Mon, 20 Jun 2016 23:59:07 -0400

Sturgis 75th, background Devils tower Wy

Response by SGM David W. Carr LOM, DMSM MP SGT made Jul 6 at 2016 11:42 AM

SGM David W. Carr LOM, DMSM MP SGT — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 11:42:55 -0400

COL Mikel J. Burroughs I live in Central Texas and can't ride more than an hour.
I also had C-Spine surgery (2012) have rods, screws and a cage for C-6 and spinal stenosis.

Response by PO2 Pete Haga made Jul 7 at 2016 4:53 PM

PO2 Pete Haga — Thu, 07 Jul 2016 16:53:21 -0400

Biketoberfest Daytona beach fl. October 13-16 or maybe robinsville NC lots of great rides around there in the smokey mountains

Response by PO2 Pete Haga made Jul 14 at 2016 3:40 PM

PO2 Pete Haga — Thu, 14 Jul 2016 15:40:59 -0400

Maybe pick a time and day for Biketoberfest in Daytona this year for Rally Point Riders to meet up like Ponce Inlet hidden treasure restaurant and bar. what do you think?

Response by SSgt Chipper Williams made Jul 17 at 2016 3:07 PM

SSgt Chipper Williams — Sun, 17 Jul 2016 15:07:13 -0400

Great idea!

Response by SSgt Chipper Williams made Jul 17 at 2016 3:08 PM

SSgt Chipper Williams — Sun, 17 Jul 2016 15:08:29 -0400

Response by SSgt Chipper Williams made Sep 15 at 2016 4:24 PM

SSgt Chipper Williams — Thu, 15 Sep 2016 16:24:36 -0400

Depends where and when but, I'm in.

Response by SrA Chris "Shadow" McGee made Sep 15 at 2016 4:32 PM

SrA Chris "Shadow" McGee — Thu, 15 Sep 2016 16:32:05 -0400

COL Mikel J. Burroughs well, I wasn't around when this was originally posted, and August is long gone. But whenever we want to do this i am down!

Response by SPC Thomas Schmidt made Sep 15 at 2016 4:44 PM

SPC Thomas Schmidt — Thu, 15 Sep 2016 16:44:49 -0400

I don't own a motorcycle or possess a drivers license for driving a motorcycle.

Response by PVT Mark Brown made Sep 15 at 2016 4:55 PM

PVT Mark Brown — Thu, 15 Sep 2016 16:55:19 -0400

I have been banned from two or even three wheel. Four years ago I nearly paid the utimate riding price and I am still paying. For now I am in a Cage only. Anytime there is a riding event if cages are not welcome then I must pass and I totally understand.

Response by PO2 Kristy Williams made Sep 15 at 2016 5:19 PM

PO2 Kristy Williams — Thu, 15 Sep 2016 17:19:23 -0400

If this is for 2017 I'm in!!

Response by PO2 Dave Cutsinger made Sep 15 at 2016 7:13 PM

PO2 Dave Cutsinger — Thu, 15 Sep 2016 19:13:12 -0400

Absolutely. Let me know when and where.

Response by SPC Chuck Moseby made Sep 15 at 2016 7:27 PM

SPC Chuck Moseby — Thu, 15 Sep 2016 19:27:38 -0400

Col. Burroughs, this sounds like a great event to work towards. I would be interested.

Response by MSG Carlos Quinones made Sep 16 at 2016 8:21 AM

MSG Carlos Quinones — Fri, 16 Sep 2016 08:21:55 -0400

I am in Texas. I like to meet for Rally Point Riders

Response by Cpl George Crab made Sep 16 at 2016 10:56 AM

Cpl George Crab — Fri, 16 Sep 2016 10:56:43 -0400

Get your motor running' head out on the highway! Lookin' for adventure, and whatever comes our way!

I have my leathers. Own a helmet. My boots are ready, as well as my goggles. I would go out and kick my 1948 Indian Chief to life, except for one thing.

The US gov't, in all of it's might and power has reaped my driver's license, due to an experimental surgery that has made me seizure prone.

I sold my sled to my brother. All I can do is to stare wistfully, when I hear the roar of bikes going by.

Ride on, brothers!

If I get a bit misty eyed when I sometimes hear that bit of distant thunder, you guys wouldn't look down on me, would ya?

Response by 1SG Dennis Jones made Sep 16 at 2016 1:45 PM

1SG Dennis Jones — Fri, 16 Sep 2016 13:45:18 -0400

Would love to but don't have a Harley

Response by PO2 Pete Haga made Sep 16 at 2016 3:36 PM

PO2 Pete Haga — Fri, 16 Sep 2016 15:36:00 -0400

You know I am in mike just let me know the place and date!

Response by SSG Tom Pike made Sep 20 at 2016 10:54 AM

SSG Tom Pike — Tue, 20 Sep 2016 10:54:24 -0400

What about doing it as part of another rally or get together? Like Rolling Thunder in DC, Bike Week in FL, or Sturgis?

Response by SSgt Frederick Nelson made Oct 28 at 2016 3:25 PM

SSgt Frederick Nelson — Fri, 28 Oct 2016 15:25:49 -0400

I live in Spearfish which is in your picture. Hope we can rendezvous in 2017. Maybe you can join some of us local ALR folks for a ride.

Response by SSG Nancy Amore made Oct 30 at 2016 3:05 PM

SSG Nancy Amore — Sun, 30 Oct 2016 15:05:17 -0400

Would love it, if I can get time off work. Maybe can get my brother to join, since he is a veteran also.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 9 at 2016 6:50 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 09 Dec 2016 18:50:57 -0500

I'd meet up! keep us posted!

Response by Cpl Rebecca Nicholson made Dec 11 at 2016 12:39 AM

Cpl Rebecca Nicholson — Sun, 11 Dec 2016 00:39:22 -0500

Let Johnny and I know when and where! We would love to ride with ya'll!

Response by Cpl Rebecca Nicholson made Dec 11 at 2016 1:02 AM

Cpl Rebecca Nicholson — Sun, 11 Dec 2016 01:02:49 -0500

Johnny and I are planning a trip to Harrison MO for a week. Not sure when, but we could add this meet and greet to our trip. Check out this link, each ride is about 300 miles and sees different attractions/sites. We usually trailer one bike (mine) just so we have a vehicle and trailer if a bike breaks down, but once settled in central spot we are up for however far anyone wants to go!Hope this is still in the works!
http://harrisonarkansas.org/c_upe_view.php?id=34

Motorcycling - Harrison Arkansas

Motorcycling and motorcycle riding in Harrison, the Ozark Mountains and the Buffalo National River is adventurous and thrilling.

Response by PO2 Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 12 at 2016 10:36 AM

PO2 Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 12 Dec 2016 10:36:11 -0500

I would be down.

Response by Cpl Ivan Dominguez made Dec 13 at 2016 9:21 AM

Cpl Ivan Dominguez — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 09:21:09 -0500

I'm always ready to ride... I would love the opportunity to ride with fellow Veterans!

Response by SSG Marco Mancilla made Dec 30 at 2016 12:01 PM

SSG Marco Mancilla — Fri, 30 Dec 2016 12:01:26 -0500

Let's. do it.

Response by SP5 Steve Powell made Jan 11 at 2017 11:54 PM

SP5 Steve Powell — Wed, 11 Jan 2017 23:54:12 -0500

I'd like to take part in such a ride. I'm gone on the Run For The Wall in May and, like many others, finding gaps on my calendar is always an issue. But keep me in mind! Hard Rock

Response by COL Mikel J. Burroughs made Jan 15 at 2017 10:20 AM

COL Mikel J. Burroughs — Sun, 15 Jan 2017 10:20:51 -0500

UPDATE ON PLAN FOR AUGUST 2017 FOR ALL MOTORCYCLE RIDERS HERE ON RALLYPOINT - CHECK IT OUT! LET'S MAKE THIS HAPPEN!

SEND ME A CONTACT EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER - I'LL START A LIST OF POTENTIAL ATTENDEES TO:

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https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/i-ve-got-an-official-date-for-2017-are-you-interested-in-meeting-in-sturgis-sd

I've got an official date for 2017. Are you "Ready to Meet" in Sturgis, SD? RP Members and...

I've got an official date for 2017. Are you "Ready to Meet" in Sturgis, SD? RP Members and Connections I've got the official dates locked in for a RallyPoint "Meet and Greet" on the motorcycles at Sturgis, SD next year 2017 for those attending or planning to attend. LET'S MAKE THIS HAPPEN! Dates are: August 5, 2017 to August 10, 2017 Meeting Date: August 6, 2017 Sunday at SD Bear Butte State Park 20250 Highway 79, Sturgis, SD 57785 - Miles to...

Response by PO3 John Wagner made Jan 15 at 2017 10:42 AM

PO3 John Wagner — Sun, 15 Jan 2017 10:42:56 -0500

Stugis is out..too crazy. Pierre is a pretty nice town with a lot of nice scenery in all directions.
Many good smooth safe state and,county roads in all directions.. Pierre itself, is big enough and as the capital it has a great many decent motels.

Response by MSgt Richard Randall made Jan 15 at 2017 1:04 PM

MSgt Richard Randall — Sun, 15 Jan 2017 13:04:00 -0500

To be honest I’d really like to meet somewhere but Sturgis is not on my list of “must attend” rallys. I’ve been once in the mid 80s and thought it was too crowded, too expensive, no place to stay and really not worth my time. There were real bikers, part time bikers, good bikers, bad bikers, new bikers, drunk bikers, topless bikers, asshole bikers and rich urban bikers (RUBs) who showed up in $300,000 RVs pulling their Chrome Queen Harleys. I don’t camp or bivouac anymore and I quit drinking 30+ years ago.

That being said, I would certainly consider meeting somewhere else.

Response by LTC Stephen F. made Jan 15 at 2017 6:39 PM

LTC Stephen F. — Sun, 15 Jan 2017 18:39:32 -0500

Thanks COL Mikel J. Burroughs for letting us know my friend. May the wind be at your back, the sun high overhead and not in your eyes, and all drivers paying attention as you travel the highways and byways.

Response by SPC Johnney Abbott made Jan 16 at 2017 10:18 AM

SPC Johnney Abbott — Mon, 16 Jan 2017 10:18:18 -0500

Definitely if it's close enough

Response by SPC Johnney Abbott made Jan 16 at 2017 10:19 AM

SPC Johnney Abbott — Mon, 16 Jan 2017 10:19:55 -0500

Response by SFC Jim Ruether made Feb 16 at 2017 1:21 PM

SFC Jim Ruether — Thu, 16 Feb 2017 13:21:06 -0500

I can ride my Army Tribute Bike.

Response by CW4 Angel C. made Feb 16 at 2017 4:02 PM

CW4 Angel C. — Thu, 16 Feb 2017 16:02:57 -0500

I'm down. Preferably east cost lol

Response by SMSgt Earl Davis made Feb 16 at 2017 8:24 PM

SMSgt Earl Davis — Thu, 16 Feb 2017 20:24:11 -0500

Let me know when and where, I will be in Durango 1 July

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 5 at 2018 4:52 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 05 Feb 2018 16:52:01 -0500

Sturgis was Fun