@@murrayjonasson Alberta is beautiful but nothing beats riding areas like Zion, Glacier, Million $$$, etc. plus, crossing the border last year was such a pain in the ### it deters me from wanting to go again this year (I rode up to Jasper).
We enjoy it. We don't go every year, but every few years it's worth it. First time 1998, then 2005, and so on. Will be going next year, god willing. Best rally by far. Thanks for your vid.
Sturgis is what you make it. I have been there for 32 rallies. I have never been to a concert. I don’t do bars. I think the organizers are trying to draw more people for the whole rally. Whether the effort will pay remains to be seen.
In my opinion, The Black Hills Classic (Sturgis) can be many things to many people. I stayed at Glencoe and the Chip the first years they were open and City Park before that. I had a blast. I was also 30 years old then and crazier than a shit house rat. Now I stay in Custer SD and ride over to Sturgis, if I feel like it. Now days, it almost seems like a spiritual pilgrimage. I love the hills and I feel connected to them in some strange mystical way. I'm from TN but SD is my favorite state.
same here... I'm 62 and been tagging my son along for the last decade (he finally moved back)... we also stay in Custer now... we stay at Custer state park in a cabin for $55 a night... everyone pissing and moaning about the money don't do any research at all...
To me, none of these big rallies are worth it. Too many people, too expensive and watching videos of all the major rallies, they all look the same, right down to the girls who work the bars, boring!
Having just returned from Laconia and with some east coast rally experience. I can surlily say Sturgis doesn't compare to any large gathering event anywhere. I'm not a salesman for Sturgis by any means and these events are not for everyone, but there is definitely no comparison to other motorcycle rallies in my opinion.
my son and I go every year... we stay down in Custer in a cabin for $55 a night... anyone pissing and moaning about the money just doesn't do any research... to bad
Nothing like walking down to Lazelle with you and your buddy with leashes on on 2 chicks with bras, panties and high heels. A mother walks past with a young boy. The young man is overwhelmed with this vision. and I say to him... One day you can have one of these for your very own!
Sure that is fine - have done it myself. But the experience of Main Street at its busiest is a completely unique experience that is a must see for every biker.
Its worth it, but just realize you wll get screwed while you are there. It has changed a lot over the years and it really has become a money grab. Kind of sad.
Sometimes I do wish I had a time machine to experience the past rallies but if you have some self-control you don't have to spend that much to have a good time!
Went for the 82nd and going back this year. Riding up/back from Central Texas. Totally worth it and this video couldn’t ring more true. Thanks for posting!
Wow … the Knuckle was a local family biz from the foundation. I remember when they had to change from The Busted Knuckle. Really liked the family who owned it originally. I hope they keep it as friendly and relaxed as it had always been.
From the little I know about the change of ownership it does sound like it was a good transition and I do hope it stays true to its roots. Sounds like @bobandtams will have some updates soon. Always look forward to their content. youtube.com/@bobandtams?si=rrdGdOsg5nTUlqcx
I passed through there on my way Helena Montana in the early 90s it was good time up until I almost beat a weight lifting lunatic at the arm wrestling bench especially when I was only half his size 👍
@@funonwheels1903 that's the thing I didn't beat him I only put up a good fight for long enough to piss him off he started flipping out to the point that two giant bikers I think his friends maybe had to restrain him while a few other people told me I better get on down the road. At the time I had been buckin lumber off a green chain in a saw mill 12 hours a day 6 days a week for 10 years
It's worth going because you'll never find better riding then SD, WY & MT.... the rally itself is the least of the attraction.
Alberta B.C. is better.
It is often difficult to beat riding the Black Hills!
@@murrayjonasson Alberta is beautiful but nothing beats riding areas like Zion, Glacier, Million $$$, etc. plus, crossing the border last year was such a pain in the ### it deters me from wanting to go again this year (I rode up to Jasper).
We enjoy it. We don't go every year, but every few years it's worth it. First time 1998, then 2005, and so on. Will be going next year, god willing. Best rally by far. Thanks for your vid.
Sturgis is what you make it. I have been there for 32 rallies. I have never been to a concert. I don’t do bars. I think the organizers are trying to draw more people for the whole rally. Whether the effort will pay remains to be seen.
Agreed!
In my opinion, The Black Hills Classic (Sturgis) can be many things to many people. I stayed at Glencoe and the Chip the first years they were open and City Park before that. I had a blast. I was also 30 years old then and crazier than a shit house rat. Now I stay in Custer SD and ride over to Sturgis, if I feel like it. Now days, it almost seems like a spiritual pilgrimage. I love the hills and I feel connected to them in some strange mystical way. I'm from TN but SD is my favorite state.
I have often described the rally in those exact same words! It really is a transcontinental pilgrimage that draws you back year after year.
same here... I'm 62 and been tagging my son along for the last decade (he finally moved back)... we also stay in Custer now... we stay at Custer state park in a cabin for $55 a night... everyone pissing and moaning about the money don't do any research at all...
Ditto, this will be my 20th rally 100% a spiritual journey.
I am 72 and this will be my 28th rally and not sure how many more rallies I have left .
We don't have a State income tax, we need you guys to spend, spend and spend more.
There are quite a few that shell out the big bucks for sure!
YAAASSSSS BESTIEEEE
To me, none of these big rallies are worth it. Too many people, too expensive and watching videos of all the major rallies, they all look the same, right down to the girls who work the bars, boring!
Having just returned from Laconia and with some east coast rally experience. I can surlily say Sturgis doesn't compare to any large gathering event anywhere. I'm not a salesman for Sturgis by any means and these events are not for everyone, but there is definitely no comparison to other motorcycle rallies in my opinion.
Everyone's doing it, so you should too. Conform!
I went in May and enjoyed the scenery by myself,
Definitely save a buck that way! I would love to do a trip where I have the Black Hills to myself!
my son and I go every year... we stay down in Custer in a cabin for $55 a night... anyone pissing and moaning about the money just doesn't do any research... to bad
Agreed. That's one of the reasons I will be making these videos in the next few weeks. Researching Sturgis could become overwhelming quick.
Money's tight, never been to the Sturgis Rally, never will.
I feel I could have more fun and spend less money by taking public transportation to a Taylor Swift concert.
🤣😂 Bring your Wallet.........And Make sure It's FULL of $100 Bills !!!
I will be dropping a full coat analysis video of my entire Sturgis rally run once I am back home. Didn't break the bank this year.
wouldn't be worth it if you paid me.
Nothing like walking down to Lazelle with you and your buddy with leashes on on 2 chicks with bras, panties and high heels. A mother walks past with a young boy. The young man is overwhelmed with this vision. and I say to him... One day you can have one of these for your very own!
Sounds like you have more than one good rally story!
No it’s not, at least for getting a value for hotels and restaurants. Prices are sky high. Go early July and enjoy the black hills at your leisure.
Sure that is fine - have done it myself. But the experience of Main Street at its busiest is a completely unique experience that is a must see for every biker.
I would have to say I agree with both of you here. Nothing wrong with going twice!
Its worth it, but just realize you wll get screwed while you are there. It has changed a lot over the years and it really has become a money grab. Kind of sad.
Sometimes I do wish I had a time machine to experience the past rallies but if you have some self-control you don't have to spend that much to have a good time!
I always go the last half - or later. Get the after rally sales. Just camp in a tent for $25 a night and eat street food. Will be my 35th year.
Sounds like a true veteran! The post rally crowd often do have the best things to say.
I went there once, 30+ years ago, just to see what the fuss was about. It was memorable, but I really prefer less congested areas.
Ya I don't mind hanging out at the rally and meeting people but I do prefer my longer less crowded rides.
It is my 28th rally at sturgis. Is it worth it absolutely!
A true veteran!
Went for the 82nd and going back this year. Riding up/back from Central Texas. Totally worth it and this video couldn’t ring more true. Thanks for posting!
Hope to see you there!
Wow … the Knuckle was a local family biz from the foundation. I remember when they had to change from The Busted Knuckle. Really liked the family who owned it originally. I hope they keep it as friendly and relaxed as it had always been.
From the little I know about the change of ownership it does sound like it was a good transition and I do hope it stays true to its roots. Sounds like @bobandtams will have some updates soon. Always look forward to their content. youtube.com/@bobandtams?si=rrdGdOsg5nTUlqcx
ive gotten to where... if there is a large group of people anywhere, i dont go there... its just sooooo much less stress and headache
That is definitely understandable.
I wouldn't go to it if they held
it in my garden. ! R
I passed through there on my way Helena Montana in the early 90s it was good time up until I almost beat a weight lifting lunatic at the arm wrestling bench especially when I was only half his size 👍
Ya ok. 😂
@@KA-om9oz you probably think lifting weights makes you tough
Sounds like you need to come back to uphold that title!
@@funonwheels1903 that's the thing I didn't beat him I only put up a good fight for long enough to piss him off he started flipping out to the point that two giant bikers I think his friends maybe had to restrain him while a few other people told me I better get on down the road. At the time I had been buckin lumber off a green chain in a saw mill 12 hours a day 6 days a week for 10 years
Who are you? Of course it is!