Trollhaugen Dualsport

June 21st & 22nd 2008

SOLD OUT!

Take a magical two day tour through the North Cascades along a scenic dualsport route you’ll never forget through the land of the frost giants and trolls.

The Cadillac of dualsport events in the Northwest, the third annual Trollhaugen Dualsport will wind you through the North Cascades on Saturday with an overnight stop at a secret hideout only the trolls know. Trollhaugen of course.

With 50% more snow than last year, the past winter has lured us into using a few new roads we hadn't thought about before. Sounds good to us.

For 2008 the route start is at 9 a.m. in Index Washington at the Index Cafe. Day one begins with a journey over the Cascades into the Bavarian reaches of Leavenworth, which happens to be the lunch stop. The afternoon will include a trip southward over the Camas Land and Tronsen Ridge areas into a historic mining town. Ready for a soak in the hot tub? Arrive at Trollhaugen and do just that.

The lodge features a Norse style décor, two giant stone fireplaces, more unique artistry than you can shake a dried cod fish at and a number of short trails to scenic vistas nearby. Other activities include ping pong, horse shoes and more.

Evening activities will include a spaghetti dinner, an awards presentation, a trip to one of two saunas and a soak in the luxurious outdoor hot tub under the stars. Trollhaugen sleeps up to 50 indoors in twin size beds – 4 to 6 to a room, or you can tent camp outside under the stars.

Did you attend Trollhaugen in 2007? Click the image above for your commemorative group photograph.

On Sunday morning riders will leave camp and be provided a scenic route around the Lt. Murray Wildlife Area, up a cow infested canyon and to the lunch destination in Cliffdell. Watch for stunning views of Mt. Rainier and other peaks as you travel along these roads.

The final part of the ride takes riders over a high alpine prairie and through one of Washington's 3 National Parks.

The entire route is along gravel roads and pavement. Once you receive your map, you may know a few single track alternatives along the route which you may put to use if you’re so inclined. All riders are encouraged to travel at their own pace. There is no leader, you simply use the maps provided.

The Trollhaugen Dualsport – a two day adventure ride you won’t soon forget. Don’t miss out on a grand ride and a lot of fun.

Advance Registration is $79 online in the Sound RIDER! store. Advance registration closes June 16^th. Registration the day of is $99 but may not be available if the event sells out, as it has every year so far.

Your registration includes:

Route maps and GPS files of the route*
One Nights Stay at Trollhaugen Lodge
Dinner Saturday Night at the Lodge
Movie & Awards Event
Campfire and Hot Tub Access
Breakfast on Sunday Morning
Non-stop Dualsport Camaraderie
Bragging Rights

*available only to advance registrants

If you plan to ride two up, you need to buy a registration for each rider.

Net proceeds will go to fund the Puget Sound Dualsport Enthusiasts.

If you plan to go...

Sign up sooner than later. The entire event is limited to 70 people only. It will sell out. In-lodge accommodations are available to the first 40 people who signup and request it. The registration page will note when in-lodge accommodations have been maxed out. If you want to sleep in a bed, the sooner you sign up the better. All others will have to sleep outside under the stars.
Be sure to bring your own towel for showering. A lightweight micro-fiber towel perfect for a trip like this is available through the Sound RIDER! store.
You'll need to bring a sleeping bag and pillow too. Beds in the lodge only have a mattress sheet. Again, the Sound RIDER! store sells top quality lightweight sleeping bags a small packable pillows that work very well.
Mosquito repellant in the evening is highly recommended. We're talking the Cascades in mid-June here.
Wristbands will be issued to all registered riders on Saturday morning. You must be wearing it at all times at the lodge.
The digital GPS routes will only be available to those who sign up before June 16^th. They will be emailed to participants June 19th. Routes will be in MapSource format. To convert a MapSource file to another format visit the GPS Visualizer site.
Paper maps and route notes will be provided upon check-in on Saturday morning.
Excessive exhaust noise is not tolerated at Trollhaugen or on Forest Service Roads. If you have an aftermarket pipe that exceeds 96 decibels, you must park your motorcycle at the entrance 1/2 mile from the lodge and walk uphill to the facility. We doubt this will be an issue for anyone, but we had to mention it just in case.
For those wanting to spend Friday night near the starting point, overnight accommodations are available in Sultan and Gold Bar.
Breakfast prior to the ride can be had in Index at the Index cafe. You should arrive at 7 a.m. to insure you get food before 9 a.m.
The highlights of the route noted here are subject to change based on road accessibility. The route will be pre-ridden 1-2 weeks in advance.
Event goes on rain or shine. Absolutely no refunds.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW

What past participants say...

I want to express thanks for one of the greatest weekends ever. This was a truly amazing event and the team that put it on has done a phenomenal job; thanks to all of you! I’m already looking forward to next year. - Ivo G.

Awesome routing, great scenery, excellent food, nice people and great accommodations. - Greg M.

My third year in a row (I've ridden every one). You guys amaze me with how you change the route every year and deal with getting it around snow closures etc... Love the ride notes and always learn something each year. - George C.