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Wednesday 7/29 |
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9 a.m. |
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Registration opens @ Exhibit Hall |
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9 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
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Moto Mojoe Cafe Open @ Exhibit Hall |
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9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
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Manufacturer Demo rides @ Midway |
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SR! Store & Vendor Booths Open @ Exhibit Hall &
Midway |
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Silent Auction open all day @ Exhibit Hall |
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10 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
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Suggested Ride: Five Peaks |
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11 a.m. - 9 p.m. |
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Outlaw BBQ Open @ the Outlaw Corral |
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1 p.m. - 2p.m. |
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Seminar: Setting up your Sport or Sport Touring
bike for the long ride w/Brian Jeffries @ the
Twisted Throttle Main Stage |
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2 p.m. - 4 p.m. |
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Rolling Clinic: Mastering the Apex. Riders meet
at the Twisted Throttle Main Stage for initial
briefing. |
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5 p.m. |
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Beer Garden Opens @ the Outlaw Corral |
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7 p.m. 8 p.m. |
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Seminar: Introduction to the Columbia River
Gorge & Rally Orientation @ the PIAA Exhibit
Hall Stage w/Tom Mehren |
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8:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. |
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Movie: TBA @ the PIAA Exhibit Hall Stage |
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Thursday 7/30 |
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7 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
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Moto Mojoe Cafe Open @ Exhibit Hall |
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8 a.m. |
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Registration opens @ Exhibit Hall |
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8 a.m. - 9 a.m. |
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Seminar: GPS clinic w/Tim Bowman @ the Puget
Sound Safety Adventure Zone |
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8 a.m. - 9 a.m. |
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Seminar: Hazard Management with Bill Spencer of
the Oregon Motorcycle Safety Institute @ the
PIAA Exhibit Hall Stage |
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8:30-9 a.m. |
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Seminar: Do-it-yourself maintenance @ the
Twisted Throttle vendor booth |
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9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
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Manufacturer Demo rides @ Midway |
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SR! Store & Vendor Booths Open @ Exhibit Hall &
Midway |
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Silent Auction open all day @ Exhibit Hall |
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9 a.m. - 10 a.m. |
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Seminar: Body Mechanics for Sport Riders on the
Track w/ Ramey "Coach" Stroud @ the PIAA Exhibit
Hall Stage |
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10 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
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Suggested Ride: Rowena Curves |
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11 a.m. - 9 p.m. |
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Outlaw BBQ Open @ the Outlaw Corral |
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2 p.m. - 3 p.m. |
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Seminar: Body Mechanics for Street Riders w/
Ramey "Coach" Stroud @ the PIAA Exhibit Hall
Stage |
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3 p.m. |
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Rolling Clinic: Body Mechanics on the Road
w/Bret Tkacs (Star show Route) |
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4 p.m. |
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Suggested Ride: Dinner Twisties & A Star Show |
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5 p.m. |
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Beer Garden Opens @ the Outlaw Corral |
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Spot demonstration at Puget Sound Safety
Adventure Zone |
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7 p.m. - 8 p.m. |
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Meet & greet and book signing with Reg Pridmore
@ the PIAA Exhibit Hall Stage |
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Meet & greet and book signing with David Hough @
the Puget Sound Safety Adventure Zone |
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8 p.m. |
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Evening Program @ the Twisted Throttle Main
Stage |
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Auction for last spot at Friday's MHL Cornering
Clinic @ the Twisted Throttle Main Stage |
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8:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. |
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Seminar: Back Roads Survival with David Hough
@PIAA Exhibit Hall Stage |
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9 - 10:30 p.m. |
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Movie: The First, Last Race (Jeff Jensen, 2008)
@ the Twisted Throttle Main Stage |
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Friday 7/31 |
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7 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
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Moto Mojoe Cafe Open @ Exhibit Hall |
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8 a.m. |
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Registration opens @ Exhibit Hall |
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8 a.m. - 9 a.m. |
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Seminar: "Making the Connection" with Reg
Pridmore @ the Twisted Throttle Main Stage |
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8:30-9 a.m. |
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Seminar: Exploring lighting options @ Twisted
Throttle vendor booth |
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9 a.m. |
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SR! Store & Vendor Booths Open @ Exhibit Hall &
Midway |
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Silent Auction open all day @ Main Exhibit Hall
Suggested rides all day |
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9 a.m. - 10 a.m. |
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Seminar: Why don't they see us w/ David Hough @
PIAA Exhibit Hall Stage |
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9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
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Manufacturer Demo rides @ Midway |
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10 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
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Suggested Ride: Roads Less Traveled |
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10 a.m-1 p.m. |
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Maryhill Performance Cornering Riding Clinic
presented by AMA and Puget Sound Safety
(separate registration required). See your
program for directions to the MHL Road. |
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11 a.m. - 9 p.m. |
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Outlaw BBQ Open @ the Outlaw Corral |
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1 p.m. - 4 p.m. |
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Maryhill Loops Road open to all registered
riders (proof of insurance required). See your
program for directions to the MHL Road. |
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5 p.m. |
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Beer Garden Opens @ the Outlaw Corral |
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7 p.m. |
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Door Prizes Round #1, Rally Update &
Announcements @ the Twisted Throttle Main Stage
(bring your door prize ticket you got in your
welcome bag) |
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7:30 p.m. |
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"Smooth Riding" presentation with Reg Pridmore @
the Twisted Throttle Main Stage |
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8:15 p.m. |
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Rump Roast 300 Details revealed @ the Twisted
Throttle Main Stage |
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8:30 -10 p.m. |
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Movie: High Speed (Jeff Jensen, 2008) @ the PIAA
Exhibit Hall Stage |
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Saturday 8/1 |
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7 a.m. - 11 a.m. |
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Moto Mojoe Cafe Open @ Exhibit Hall |
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7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. |
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Open Q&A Coffee session with Reg Pridmore @
Twisted Throttle Main Stage |
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8 a.m. |
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Registration opens @ Exhibit Hall |
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8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. |
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Catered Breakfast @ Outlaw Corral |
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9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
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Rump Roast 300 sponsored by Rich's Custom Seats |
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Manufacturer Demo Rides @ Midway |
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SR! Store & Vendor Booths Open @ Exhibit Hall &
Midway |
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9 a.m. |
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Silent Auction open all day @ Main Exhibit Hall |
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10 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
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200 Mile Poker Run Sponsored by Oregon
Motorcycle Safety Institute ($350 purse). Pick
up maps & Garmin GPS downloads the PIAA Exhibit
Hall Stage. Last rider out at 10:30. |
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11 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
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Outlaw BBQ Open @ the Outlaw Corral |
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5 p.m. |
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Beer Garden Opens @ the Outlaw Corral |
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5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. |
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Catered dinner @ the Outlaw Corral |
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6:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. |
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Dessert service @ Moto Mojoe Café in the Exhibit
Hall |
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Silent Auction closes @ Exhibit Hall: Last
chance to update your bids |
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7:30 p.m. |
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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) |
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8:15 p.m. |
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Poker Run & Rump Roast Winners Announced |
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8 30 p.m. - 10 p.m. |
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The Secrets of Moto GP @ the PIAA Exhibit Hall
Stage |
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Sunday 8/2 |
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7 a.m. - 9 a.m. |
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Moto Mojoe Cafe Opens @ Exhibit Hall |
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7:30 a.m. - 8 a.m. |
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Worship service with CMA/Fast Lane @ the Horse
Arena bleachers |
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8/9/10 a.m. |
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Group rides depart on the hour. See Schedule and
Meet up Points at Ride Board in the Exhibit Hall |
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10 a.m. |
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RV's unhooked and moved off field area |
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11 a.m. |
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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 American
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 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 Right Packing Light, 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.
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Reg
Pridmore comes to Sportbike Northwest - 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.
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.
Moto Mojoe Café - Open every morning into the
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.
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.
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.
BMW
S1000RR Revealed - See the newest in-line-four from
BMW when the S1000RR makes it's first appearance in the
Northwest. The bike will be available for viewing during
the rally and a BMW factory rider will be running it
Friday afternoon up and down the Maryhill Loops Road.
Silent Auction - Come bid on some great gear
at our silent auction. The proceeds benefit our Gorge
Kids Explorer Fund which provides monies 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.
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!
Sunday Worship - CMA's new Fast Lane arm will
hold a short worship service Sunday morning at the Horse
Arena for those interested.
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.
Making the Connection w/Reg Pridmore - Riding
your motorcycle can only get better and better. By
improving your skills and understanding the dynamics of
the bike eventually you and the motorcycle have the
ability to become one. Make the connection.
Body Mechanics Clinics w/Ramey "Coach" Stroud
- Beyond the fact that motorcycles have two 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.
Smooth Riding w/Reg Pridmore - Finding the
fine line between throttle and braking control. Come
learn it from the man who wrote the best selling book on
the subject.
Setting up your Sportbike for the long ride w/Brian
Jeffries of Twisted Throttle -There are many options available to make a
sportbike more comfortable on a long ride. Peg
positioning, handlebar height, seat options, gear
placement and more will be discussed in this seminar.
Rolling Clinic Highlights
Sportbike Body Mechanics w/Bret Tkacs - This
rolling clinic picks up where Coach Ramey's Thursday
afternoon seminar leaves off. Be sure to get in on both.
Maryhill
Cornering Clinic provided by Puget Sound Safety -
While everyone will have the chance to ride the Maryhill
Loops Road on Friday afternoon, a select few will have
the chance to participate in a special cornering clinic
on Friday morning. There is an additional fee and you
must be registered for the rally by June first to be
invited. Spaces are limited so act fast. We will hold
one additional space which will be auctioned off to the
highest bidder on Thursday night before the clinic.
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
volcanic 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 backroads 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!
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