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2010 SR! RALLYS

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10? NAH - MAKE IT 12 REASONS TO GET TO THE RALLY IN THE GORGE IN 2010

We're just a few weeks away from the 8th annual Rally in the Gorge. This is one you won't want to miss. CLICK HERE!


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also in this month's issue...

  • RIDING THE ROCKY ROAD - 10 Tips for dual sport riders when encountering the horrific terrain of the rocky road. It's all in the mind!

  • MOTORCYCLE MARKETPLACE - Take a ride with myscenicdrives.com, find a Yeti, explore your dealer and insurance options, check out the latest Amsoil products and more. Find out about it all inside the Sound RIDER! Monthly Motorcycle Marketplace. Go there now.

  • YOU GOTTA WANNA - Comparing selling bikes to riding them - another unique take by Dave Preston

  • CAFE TO CAFE TOUR UPDATE - There's still time to join in on the fun! Standings as of 7/8 are now posted! Participants, be sure to read the updates, especially the location change on #12 
    The French Toast with berry compote is a delightful choice when dining at Cafe #1. Photo courtesy of Brian Lipscy, Cafe to Cafe player #10055

  • NEWS BYTES - Big downsizing underway at Cycle Barn, Griffey exits on a new Star, Oregon chop shop goes down, $8 a gallon water, stolen bike karma and more in Newsbytes.  

  • 10 HOT WEATHER RIDING MYTHS BUSTED - We bring out a favorite from our archive since the temperatures are most appropriate for a review. Find out why stripping down to a t-shirt and shorts will cause far more trouble than sweating under full gear.


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2010 Sound RIDER! EVENTS

...you don't want to miss

  • Cafe to Cafe Tour - April through September
    Take six months to enjoy the wonderful food of the Northwest. Hit all the eateries and you win!
     

  • Rally in the Gorge
    July 28-August 1
    Five days, four nights and TOO MUCH FUN

  • Sportbike Northwest - Hone your riding skills in this relaxed, friendly hooligan-free environment. No stoppies, no wheelies, no burnouts, just great roads and camaraderie.

  • Sport Touring Northwest - Stunning scenery and great roads make this rally location a favorite with the sport touring crowd year after year.

  • Dualsport Northwest - Come ride the best dual sport routes that Oregon and Washington have to offer!

  • Maxi Scoot Northwest - The only multi-day maxi scoot rally on the West Coast. Don't miss it.

  • Sasquatch Dualsport Tour - August 23-27
    A five day tour on and off-road through the Oregon Cascade and Coastal Ranges.

 


Say What? You missed it last month? Read it now

  • THE MOTORCYCLIST'S WORKOUT - It's inexpensive, you can do it at home and it makes picking your bike up a whole lot easier.

  • BREAKING IN THE NEW BIKE - Having just broken in a new one of his own, Dave Preston walks new owners through the process with sage advice.

  • THE OTHER SIDE OF SR 9 - Grab an atlas or your favorite GPS and get ready to hit the corners and escape the boredom of Washington's State Route 9.

  • CENTRAL & EASTERN OREGON GUIDE - A new guide reveals 24 paved rides and 5 dual sport routes through this scenic wonderland. Read the interview with the author now.

  • SASQUATCH DUAL SPORT TOUR - After a successful tour in 2009, the Sasquatch Dual Sport Tour returns with an all new route and destinations

Now in the Sound RIDER! Store

  • READY FOR YOUR NEXT FLAT? - Be ready for your next flat tire with our exclusive tire repair kit and top grade inflation tools.

  • GOT THE RIGHT TOOLKIT? - Check out all the top grade tools in out CruzTOOLS selection.

  • RIDE COOL - Evaporative cooling vest, hydration supplies, wicking base layers and more

  • MOTOCOOKIN - Get all the basics to outfit yourself for simple cooking on the road.

  • SLEEP WELL - Air pillows, high loft air and down mats, toasty lightweight sleeping bags and more.

  • RIDE WELL - Explore our great selection of motorcycle skills related books

  • NORTHWEST TOUR GUIDES - We've got unique travel books that provide a wealth of paved and dual sport routes through the Northwest, as well as directories for accommodations, restaurants and things to see end do. Explore the Northwest like you never could before.


Pre-Owned & Hot Deal Motorcycles

Ever heard "This ad will expire 7 days after it was created." Well not on Sound RIDER!. Your $29 ad stays up until it sells and you don't need to do a thing until it does!!!

  • BUYERS - Are you interested in buying a used motorcycle?
    Choose from more than 500, all located here in Puget Sound.
  • SELLERS - Selling a used bike? Your ad runs until it sells and costs only $29. Sound RIDER! ads work and are inexpensive, which is why more and more people are placing their ads with us every day!
  • HOT DEAL BIKES - With a number of dealers overstocked on non-current new inventory, it's your chance to get a great deal on a new bike! Check out the Hot Deal Bikes section now! CLICK HERE

Sound RIDER! Calendar
Loaded with event information for the Northwest.

Services Directory
The Sound RIDER! Services Directory will lead you to all the best painters, custom seat makers, fabricators, powder coaters, biker-themed restaurants, rental shops and motorcycle legal services in the Northwest.

News Bytes
Rumors and truths in Northwest motorcycling - updated often.


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