Q. Who attends Maxi Scoot Northwest?
A. Maxi scooter enthusiasts from all around the US and Canada attend this rally. Most are accustomed to riding 200 miles or more a day which is part of the deal at this rally. There’s a contest each year to see who came from the furthest away.

Q. Where do you ride during the event?
A.  Each rally participant gets a book loaded with recommended rides. The rides will take you to places like Mt. Hood, Mt. St. Helens, near Mt. Adams, along the Columbia River and into the Mt. Hood and Gifford Pinchot National Forest areas.

Q. I’m coming from a few states away and won’t know anyone. Is it easy to meet people when I get there?
A. Indeed. We also maintain a rider meet up board so you can connect and meet others to go on rides together.

Q. Our scooter club has been looking for a location to have our annual meet-up. Are there group rates available and can you get us all camping in the same area?
A. No problem. We have group rates for parties of 10 or more. Just give us a call at rally headquarters at 206-329-7808 when you’re ready to book and we’ll provide you the details. We can accommodate your request to get your group nested together in the same camping area too.

Q. I’m a new rider?  Should I come?
A. If you have more than 1,000 miles of riding under your seat then you shouldn’t be too intimidated with the skill levels of others around you. If you have less you may want to stick it out until next year.

Q. I understand there’s a dualsport rally going on at the same time/location. How does that work out?
A.  Correct, the Dualsport Northwest rally occurs simultaneously.  During the day those riders are off on gravel roads while you’re out on the paved roads. That is of course unless you have a Honda Ruckus. Then you’ll just have to decide what format to ride each day!

Q. I’m thinking about arriving a day early, Saturday? Can I come in a camp a day early?
A. Because another event is underway at the fairground you won’t be able to get on the grounds until Sunday morning. However, you can come into Stevenson on Saturday and camp on the west end of the Cascade Locks Park just across the river on the Oregon side.  They have bathroom and shower facilities there as well.

Q. Do I need a GPS?
A. No. Although, they are nice to have. If you do bring a Garmin that has mini USB abilities, chances are we can download the suggested routes into your GPS after you arrive.  If you don’t have one it’s likely someone else in your riding group does. If you’re new to GPS we’ll be doing a GPS clinic on Sunday morning.

Q. Can I bring my dog?
A. You can but be advised you are responsible for your dog at all times and the dog must be on a leash.

Q. Is it possible to ride all the suggested rides in the four days?
A. No, so plan on coming back again next year too – at least!