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"I loved the ability to download the maps right into the Garmins!" Sharon M. - Lake Oswego, OR

I’m brand new to dual-sport riding and would love to be at this year’s rally. Will I have too much difficulty if I do not have a GPS?

A GPS is advisable. While we do provide detailed maps with turn-by-turn directions, there are no street signs at every corner on gravel roads. If you don't bring a GPS you can simplify things by riding with others who do.

What’s the best setup for me to have on my bike during the rally?

Cross terrain tires such as a 80/20 or 90/10 composition are suggested since some of the riding involves highway speeds of over 50 mph.  60/40 knobbies and under are not the best choice.  All bikes must be street legal if operated on pavement and/or Forest Service roads. The Skamania Fairgrounds, accessible by pavement, will be our rally and camping location so extensive off-road luggage systems can be stowed if desired as all rides will be day rides starting and ending at the same location.

What sort of off-pavement riding will be available?

We will provide suggested rides along maintained forest roads which will include stretches of pavement.   For the more agile and daring we will also provide information onsite of single track trail systems you can ride while there. 

Our group was thinking about meeting for our annual gathering at the rally. Can you accommodate our desire to camp together?

We can and we do this for a number of groups each year. Please contact us via email with your specific request and be sure to include the number of people you plan to have onsite.

What about food - are you providing any meals?

We will be providing breakfast and dinner on Saturday.  The city of Stevenson has a large supermarket with a full service deli and there are plenty of restaurants in town, with more restaurants over the river in Cascade Locks and east in Bingen. Vegetarian options are available.  Please email us with your request.

Are there any shower facilities for campers at the fairgrounds?

Yes, with plenty of hot water for all and they are well maintained. The bathrooms are fully plumbed with flush toilets and have 120 volt outlets if you need them as well.

Our family would like to attend.  Some will not be riding motorcycles.  Is that OK?

We welcome families. The only restriction is that kids under 21 years old are not allowed in the beer garden as per state law, otherwise everything is open to them.  Understand that each family member or guest over 12 must have a paid registration to attend even if they won't be riding their own bike, or will be a passenger on another.  Registration costs have nothing to do with who is riding a motorcycle or how many motorcycles are attending, rather they cover the costs of insurance, meals, camping, guest speakers fees and lodging and otherwise.  Kids under 12 are free and must be supervised by their adult guardian at all times.

If I'm camping at the fairgrounds, will I need to cook my own food?

Only if you want to. Most attendees do not. There are a half dozen restaurants and a full service grocery store with a deli within walking distance of the fairgrounds. We often have food and beverage vendors onsite as well and remember that we provide a delicious breakfast and dinner on Saturday.

I have a sleep apnea condition. Are there electrical outlets near the camping area?

Yes. There are more than a dozen outlets along the west side of the tent camping area and electrical outlets throughout the RV area.

Credit where credit is due

This rally takes the help of a lot of people to make it happen.  We'd like to acknowledge everyone's help over the years:

2011 Rally Crew

  • Connie Adams
  • Tim & Sherry Bernard
  • Harvey Gilkerson
  • Tom Mehren
  • Emily Mercer
  • Dave Preston
  • Steve Schiller
  • Bruce Scott
  • Paul Tefft
  • CMA/Fast Lane

Graphic & Wed Design

  • Mixed MEDIA

Photography

  • Mixed MEDIA

Skamania Fairgrounds Support

  • Scott Pineo
  • Ann Lueders
  • Tim O’Mahoney

Past Rally in the Gorge Crew & Support Persons

  • Connie Adams 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10

  • Ryan Barnett 08, 09

  • Tim & Sherry Bernard 06, 07, 08, 09, 10

  • John Dixon 04, 05

  • Patrick Duff 06, 09

  • Bonnie Ecker 03, 04, 05

  • Bill Farley 07, 08, 09

  • Harvey Gilkerson 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10

  • Mike and Mikala Hew 04, 05

  • David Hough 03, 04, 06, 08, 09, 10

  • Herb Larson 04, 05

  • Anne Leuders 06, 07, 08, 09, 10

  • Greg Maust 10

  • Peter Mehren 08

  • Emily Mercer 10

  • Rodney Myrup 06, 07

  • Tim O'Mahoney 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10

  • Jim and Ellen Palms 05, 06, 07

  • Dave Preston 03, 04, 05, 06, 09, 10

  • Scott Pineo 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10

  • Scott Reneaud 03

  • Steve Schiller 08, 09, 10

  • Danielle Scoggins 03, 04

  • Bruce Scott 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10

  • Stacey Swanson 08, 09, 10

  • Paul Tefft 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10

  • CMA/Fast Lane 08,09, 10

Also a special thanks to:

  • American Motorcyclists Association

  • Joe and Patty Schlick

  • Amy Nyberg

  • Ken Cohen

  • Skamania County Chamber of Commerce

  • The City of Stevenson

  • The Stevenson Small Business Association

  • Dave Brown, Dave Cox, Pat Bond & everyone at the Skamania Co Sheriff's Office

If we forgot to put your name on the list contact us and we'll add you.

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