Schedule

Day/Time		Event
Wednesday 7/29
9 a.m.	•	Registration opens @ Exhibit Hall
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.	•	Moto Mojoe Cafe Open @ Exhibit Hall
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.	•	Manufacturer Demo rides @ Midway
	•	SR! Store & Vendor Booths Open @ Exhibit Hall & Midway
	•	Silent Auction open all day @ Exhibit Hall
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.	•	Suggested Ride: Three Corner Rock
11 a.m. - 9 p.m.	•	Outlaw BBQ Open @ the Outlaw Corral
1 p.m. - 2p.m.	•	Seminar: Dual Sport Body Mechanics w/ Ramey "Coach" Stroud @ the PIAA Exhibit Hall Stage
2 p.m. - 4 p.m.	•	Rolling Clinic: Dual Sport Body Mechanics w/Puget Sound Safety. Meet at the Puget Sound Safety Adventure Zone
5 p.m.	•	Beer Garden Opens @ the Outlaw Corral
7 p.m. 8 p.m.	•	Seminar: Introduction to the Columbia River Gorge & Rally Orientation @ the PIAA Exhibit Hall Stage w/Tom Mehren
8:45 p.m. - 11 p.m.	•	Movie: Baja Touring & Score 2008 Baja 1000 @ the Puget Sound Safety Adventure Tent

Thursday 7/30
7 a.m. - 2 p.m.	•	Moto Mojoe Cafe Open @ Exhibit Hall
8 a.m.	•	Registration opens @ Exhibit Hall
8 a.m. - 9 a.m.	•	Seminar: GPS clinic w/Tim Bowman @ the Puget Sound Safety Adventure Zone
8 a.m. - 9 a.m.	•	Seminar: Hazard Management with Bill Spencer of the Oregon Motorcycle Safety Institute @ the PIAA Exhibit Hall Stage
8:30-9 a.m.	•	Seminar: Do-it-yourself maintenance @ the Twisted Throttle vendor booth
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.	•	Manufacturer Demo rides @ Midway
	•	SR! Store & Vendor Booths Open @ Exhibit Hall & Midway
	•	Silent Auction open all day @ Exhibit Hall
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.	•	Seminar: Working with ropes w/Gary Anderson @ the Puget Sound Safety Adventure Zone
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.	•	Suggested Ride: Lava Love
11 a.m. - 9 p.m.	•	Outlaw BBQ Open @ the Outlaw Corral
2 p.m. - 5 p.m.	•	Rolling Clinic: Tim's 3 buck challenge (bring $3) presented by Happy Trails
5 p.m.	•	Beer Garden Opens @ the Outlaw Corral
	•	Spot demonstration at Puget Sound Safety Adventure Zone
7 p.m. - 8 p.m.	•	Dual Sport Rides Through Western Washington book signing & Q&A with Tom Mehren @ the Puget Sound Safety Adventure Zone
	•	Meet & greet and book signing with David Hough @ the Puget Sound Safety Adventure Zone
8 p.m.	•	Evening Program @ the Twisted Throttle Main Stage
8:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.	•	Seminar: Back Roads Survival with David Hough @PIAA Exhibit Hall Stage
	•	Movie: ISDE 2008 @ the Puget Sound Safety Adventure Tent

Friday 7/31
7 a.m. - 2 p.m.	•	Moto Mojoe Cafe Open @ Exhibit Hall
8 a.m.	•	Registration opens @ Exhibit Hall
8 a.m. - 9 a.m.	•	Seminar: TBA w/Gary Anderson @ the Puget Sound Safety Adventure Tent
8:30-9 a.m.	•	Seminar: Exploring lighting options @ Twisted Throttle vendor booth
9 a.m.	•	SR! Store & Vendor Booths Open @ Exhibit Hall & Midway
	•	Silent Auction open all day @ Main Exhibit Hall Suggested rides all day
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.	•	Seminar: Why don't they see us w/ David Hough @ PIAA Exhibit Hall Stage
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.	•	Manufacturer Demo rides @ Midway
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.	•	Suggested Ride: Dalles Mtn Road/Rock Creek - The Road Less Traveled Dual Sport Route to Maryhill
11 a.m. - 9 p.m.	•	Outlaw BBQ Open @ the Outlaw Corral
2 p.m. - 4 p.m.	•	Maryhill Loops Road open to all registered riders (proof of insurance required). See your program for directions to the MHL Road.
5 p.m.	•	Beer Garden Opens @ the Outlaw Corral
7 p.m.	•	Door Prizes Round #1, Rally Update & Announcements @ the Twisted Throttle Main Stage (bring your door prize ticket you got in your welcome bag)
7:30 p.m.	•	"Smooth Riding" presentation with Reg Pridmore @ the Twisted Throttle Main Stage
8:15 p.m.	•	Rump Roast Adventure 300 Details revealed @ the Twisted Throttle Main Stage
9p.m. - 10:30 p.m.	•	Slideshow: Tierra del Fuego (Mike Paull, Globeriders) @ the Twisted Throttle Main Stage

Saturday 8/1
7 a.m. - 11 a.m.	•	Moto Mojoe Cafe Open @ Exhibit Hall
7 a.m. - 8 a.m.	•	Coffee w/David Hough and Coach Ramey @ PIAA Exhibit Hall Stage
8 a.m.	•	Registration opens @ Exhibit Hall
8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.	•	Catered Breakfast @ Outlaw Corral
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.	•	Rump Roast Adventure 300 sponsored by Rich's Custom Seats
	•	Manufacturer Demo Rides @ Midway
	•	SR! Store & Vendor Booths Open @ Exhibit Hall & Midway
9 a.m.	•	Silent Auction open all day @ Main Exhibit Hall
10 a.m.	•	Dual Sport Poker Run sponsored by Black Dog Cycle Works ($350 purse). Pick up maps & Garmin GPS downloads at Puget Sound Safety Adventure Zone Tent. Last rider out at 10:30.
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.	•	Outlaw BBQ Open @ the Outlaw Corral
5 p.m.	•	Beer Garden Opens @ the Outlaw Corral
5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.	•	Catered dinner @ the Outlaw Corral
6:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m.	•	Dessert service @ Moto Mojoe Café in the Exhibit Hall
	•	Silent Auction closes @ Exhibit Hall: Last chance to update your bids
7:30 p.m.	•	Door Prizes Round #2 and Awards courtesy of Prize Partners @ the Twisted Throttle Main Stage (bring your door prize ticket you got in your welcome bag)
8:15 p.m.	•	Poker Run & Rump Roast Winners Announced
9 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.	•	TBA @ the Twisted Throttle Main Stage

Sunday 8/2
7 a.m. - 9 a.m.	•	Moto Mojoe Cafe Opens @ Exhibit Hall
7:30 a.m. - 8 a.m.	•	Worship service with CMA/Fast Lane @ the Horse Arena bleachers
8/9/10 a.m.	•	Group rides depart on the hour. See Schedule and Meet up Points at Ride Board in the Exhibit Hall
10 a.m.	•	RV's unhooked and moved off field area
11 a.m.	•	Last Rider Out

Guest Speakers

Reg Pridmore - A consecutive three time AMA superbike champion, Reg Pridmore was the first rider ever to win in his AMA class. Following his retirement from road racing, Reg opened the CLASS Motorcycle School in California, running track instruction classes. In 2002 he was inducted into the AMA Hall of Fame, and in 2003, his book Smooth riding the Reg Pridmore Way, was published by Whitehorse Press. He continues to run his track school today. Reg will present several clinics, run an open forum Q&A, and do book signing during the event.

David Hough - As the author of the best selling riding skills books Proficient Motorcycling & Street Strategies, David Hough began his moto journalist career writing columns for Motorcycle Consumer News. Today he continues to author riding skills articles for BMW Owners News, Friction Zone, and Sound RIDER!

Ramey "Coach" Stroud - Ramey Stroud is owner of the Cascade Endurance Center located in Lyons Oregon. The instructional school teaches both road and off-road riding techniques. As an in demand instructor, Ramey takes his show on the road teaching all over America and in Mexico. His clinic topics are unique and always a big hit at the rally.

Bret Tkacs - As the founder of Puget Sound Safety, Bret Tkacs has developed a smorgasbord of instruction riding choices, from basic and intermediate MSF classes, to motorcycle maintenance, dirt bike, and adventure classes, expanding options well beyond that of most other instructional schools in the Northwest.

Bill Spencer - The founder of Oregon Motorcycle Safety Institute, Bill Spencer is a seasoned riding instructor having been a pioneer in a number of Northwest training sites and programs in both Oregon & Washington. Today Oregon MSI teaches Enhanced Rider Cornering and Traction Management using a closed controlled training area. For his seminar Bill will cover advanced rider training, self assessment and the Zuckerman Inventory of risk taking.

Tim Bernard - As the owner of Happy Trails in Idaho, Tim Bernard has had plenty of miles to hone his riding instincts. While it's true that his company builds some of the best adventure luggage on the market today, knowing what to put in it is a skill Bernard has acquired through years of riding experience.

Tim Bowman - A northwest motorcycling enthusiasts himself, Tim Bowman keeps busy providing his wisdom and knowledge of motorcycling to numerous organizations in the Northwest.

Tom Mehren - As an online magazine publisher living in Seattle, Tom Mehren founded the Rally in the Gorge in 2003, as a means to fill the void of rally events that existed in the Northwest. He is the publisher of Sound RIDER! and author of several books including Packing Light Packing Right, Motorcycling in the Columbia River Gorge, and Dualsport Rides through Western Washington.

Need Tires? - All Moto Tire will be taking advance tire orders on a pre-sale basis so they are ready for you when you arrive at the rally. You can order your tires and pay up front to have your tires mounted for free (off-bike) when you arrive. All Moto Tire will have a limited number of race stands for customers to remove and reinstall wheels. (A fee will be charged for All Moto wheel removal and installation). To guarantee delivery of your tires to the rally, go to the web site: www.allmototire.com or e-mail them at allmototire@comcast.net to request a quote. All Moto Tire will send an invoice which can be paid using PayPal or with a personal credit card. Paid orders must be received by July 20, 2009.

This schedule is constantly being updated and subject to change. Check back often for updates

Rally Highlights

Manufacturer Demo Rides - Come ride the latest models from select manufacturers in the midway area of the fairground. The specific dealers at each demo truck are the reason why the demos are here in the first place. If you plan to buy a bike after your demo ride, please work together with the onsite dealer to make your deal.

Rolling Clinics - It's great to take in a seminar onsite during the rally, but our rolling clinics will provide you with useful information you can work with real-time while on the ride.

Guest Speakers - Enjoy onsite seminars and road clinics with special guest speakers including David Hough (shown right), Reg Pridmore, Ramey "Coach" Stroud, Tim Bernard, Bret Tkacs, Tom Mehren and others.

Vendor Booths - Shop the onsite vendor booths and upgrade your riding gear, luggage, and more. Explore the many options available in lighting, bike setup, optional accessories, and more.

Bike Barn Parking - We have two barns this year that you can choose from to park your bike in. What other rally offers indoor parking?

Outlaw BBQ - Some of the best barbeque in the Northwest comes from a tiny little place just to the west in Gresham. Outlaw BBQ has been dishing up fine pulled pork, ribs, and other assorted favorites for more than a decade. We're thrilled to have them with us throughout the rally. For this event they will expand their menu beyond their store offerings and run the beer garden in the evenings.

Saturday Catered Breakfast & Dinner - Our all new caterers feature seasoned chefs that know how to make your taste buds drool with satisfaction. Anticipate a broad breakfast and dinner selection this year that rivals any rally meals we've ever seen elsewhere. These guys do it right!

Moto Mojoe Café - Open every morning and early afternoon, get your moto mojo workin' with coffee drinks, breakfast sandwiches, smoothies, and more. For lunch, there will be fresh sandwich selections and box lunches can be ordered up a day in advance. It's good, and it's good for ya!

The Ride Board - Located in the Exhibit Hall, the Ride Board will advise you on all the various rides happening each day and allow you to connect with others to ride with. It's a great way to meet new friends.

The Puget Sound Safety Adventure Zone - Join other dual sport enthusiasts at the Puget Sound Safety Adventure Zone nightly for special events, camaraderie and movies. Get in here!

Silent Auction - Come bid on some great gear at our silent auction. The proceeds benefit our Gorge Kids Explorer Fund, which provides money to assist putting together field trips for kids who live here, to learn more about this magnificent area. There's something for everybody.

Door Prizes Part 1 & 2 - We'll be doing two rounds of door prizes this year, on both Friday and Saturday Night, at the Twisted Throttle Main Stage. All attendees will receive a door prize ticket on arrival, and can purchase additional tickets each evening.

The Sound RIDER! Store - Shop the Sound RIDER! store for all the other things you need during your ride. An endless list of items including storage sacks, cooling vests, sun block, hydration accessories, tire repair, first aid, and more await.

Seminar Highlights

Introduction to the Columbia River Gorge w/Tom Mehren - Are you new to riding in the Columbia River Gorge? For this slideshow clinic, you'll be introduced to the Gorge, its history, where it's going, and where the great roads and places are.

Dual Sport Body Mechanics w/Bret Tkacs - Following Coach Ramey's seminar on body mechanics Bret Tkacs and members of Puget Sound Safety will lead interested riders on a two hour dualsport ride to put to use what you learned in class.

GPS Basics w/Tim Bowman - This GPS seminar is designed for new and intermediate users of GPS devices

Body Mechanics Clinics w/Ramey "Coach" Stroud - Beyond the fact that motorcycles have 2 or three wheels, every type of bike requires different body mechanics. Riding a sportbike requires decidedly different body positioning and movement than riding a dualsport, sport tourer, or maxi scooter. Coach Stroud will teach a series of four clinics, each specific to a particular type of bike represented here at the rally. Get in on the one's that are right for you.

Rolling Clinic Highlights

Dual Sport Body Mechanics w/Bret Tkacs - Coach Ramey teaches the classroom clinic at 2 p.m. on Thursday. Following that Bret Tkacs and members of Puget Sound Safety will take you out for the road version. Practice what you learn in class and you may learn a few new things along the way too.

Tim's 3 Buck Challenge - Show us what ya got. Can you get out of a jam quickly, or will it take hourts to resolve an off-road issue. Riders start with $3 of their own. The ride stop several times along the way. Money changes hands and eventually a winner rides to the top., Come play this unique off-pavement game!

Ride Highlights

Cougar Rock - Arrive at the fairground, set camp and then take this short easy ride that will take you up to some unique views of the Gorge no one gets from the highway below.

Lava Love - Do you love the lava? You will after you ride this scenic loop along the lava fields that flowed below Mt. Adams Thousands of years ago. Our informative map and guide will teach you a lot about this exceptional area. Jump on in - the lava's fine!

The Roads Less Traveled (DS Route) - Planning to go ride the Maryhill Loops Road on Friday. Get there by way of the Roads less travelled. While the highway provides the fast track, our secret route provides a scenic mix of pavement and gravel.

Dualsport Poker Run presented by Black Dog Cycle Works - Our dualsport poker runs are some of the best. We get you moving across the pavement and gravel and take you to some stunning viewpoints along the way. This year's route crisscrosses between Washington and Oregon.

What's a poker run? CLICK HERE for Poker Run 101.

Rump Roast 300 presented by Rich's Custom Seats - In anticipation of more riders participating, we've bumped it down from 500 to 300 miles long. This years Rump Roast ride provides participants with 10 locations to ride to. Along the way riders document their visit to each with a photograph or receipt. How you get there is up to you. Locations are provided the night before the ride. A good atlas is advised. GPS' and laptops can be used for this event but are not required. Each person completing the route and hitting all 10 locations will receive a commemorative certificate and will be entered to win their choice of a $25 gift certificate to Snake River Farms or a $50 gift certificate to Rich's Custom Seats. Take your pick - go for the beef or the seat!

Evening Presentations

Tierra del Fuego w/Mike Paull (Friday night) - What does a tour g8uide do for vacation? Book himself onto someone else's tour of course. GlobeRider Mike Paull shares highlights of his tour of South America

2008 Score Baja 1000 - Enjoy highlights from the 2008 Baja 1000 at the Adventure Zone Thursday night.