NORTHWEST SCOOTER ENTHUSIASTS
...for Maxi Scooter Riders

Saturday Catered Breakfast & Dinner – Our all new caterers feature seasoned chefs that know how to make your taste buds droll 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!

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.

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.

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.

Sunday Worship – CMA’s new Fast Lane arm will hold a short worship service Sunday morning at the Horse Arena for those interested.

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.

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

Let’s Go Moto Photo w/Tom Mehren – Yeah, sure, we can tell you how to take good pictures in a classroom setting, but why not do it live on the road? Tom Mehren will lead this rolling clinic through some scenic areas and teach you some secrets to better photography.

Stay tuned for more... 

Ride Highlights

Five Peaks – The 78 mile Five Peaks ride takes you through some awesome twisties, past waterfalls, and to an overlook where you’ll get a fantastic peek at five peaks.

Rowena Curves – As the Cascades flow east, the climate changes from a dense wooded region to a dry desert. Along the Rowena Curves you experience this blatant change as you wind your way along historic Highway 30 where every turn features a minimum 100 foot radii and a constant 5% grade leads you through some of the finest cornering in the Northwest. Repeat as necessary!

Twisties, Dinner and a Star Show 09 – In the Gorge it’s possible to ride some fine tertiary twisties in the late afternoon, have a bite to eat, and then look through the largest Cassegrain telescope open to the public. We know where to go and we’ll get you there with an all new route.

The Roads Less Travelled – For years we’ve ridden to and from the Goldendale area (site of Maryhill Loops Road) along Highway 14, and over time we’ve explored the many back roads that provide a less travelled and slightly longer ride to get there. If you’re ready to skip the RV’s and semis on Friday grab the map for The Roads Less Travelled.

200 Mile Poker Run – Our 200 mile poker runs are some of the best. We get you moving through the corners and always have some nice scenery to enjoy 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!