How To Sturgis 2021 - Attractions, Don't Miss These!
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- Опубліковано 24 січ 2021
- There is a lot to do at the Sturgis rally. After attending myself a bunch of times, these are my not to be missed attractions in the area.
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Only time I've been to the rally was 2003; what I refer to as the best worst vacation of my life. I was hit by a truck leaving the Jack Daniels trailer crossing 2nd and Lazelle on my last day there. After convincing the EMTs that I wasn't going to spend the rest of the day in the emergency room, I proceeded over to One-Eyed Jack's where I invested the remainder of my spending money in Jim Beam and Coca Cola. Next day my transmission blew up on my truck outside of Kadoka and we ended up riding the bikes back to KC that night. Still one of the best God Damn trips I've ever been on! Just got my new 2020 Street Glide Special delivered yesterday. Maybe I'll try it again this year!
hope you will be able to enjoy yourself this year brother🤙🏻
As someone who was born & raised in Sturgis and worked many rallies real enjoyed this video
Thanks! That means a ton to me!
Last year was work security at the knuckle didn’t really get to run around town much
@@brentreman6983 Hoping this year is better for you!
Tip number one. Ride in the right side of your lane because bikes coming at you tend to cross over the Centerline. Tip number 2. Buy your own groceries if you can because eating out two or three times a day will get very expensive. One of the best deals in town is the breakfast buffet at One Eyed Jacks. Tip number three. If you get a fairly early start you'll be ahead of the heavy traffic all day long number for. Many of the locals will let you camp in their yard for 20 bucks a night. Combine that with showers at the Sturgis Rec Center or a swim in their awesome pool if it's really hot out. Tip number 5. They hire cops from a five-state area and they all seem to have a chip on their shoulder. They will pull you over for any and everything. They will come up behind you if you're in a car stuck in traffic looking for an open container or a roach in the ashtray. They'll ride bicycles throughout the city looking for a whiff of smoke or someone peeing behind a tree. Number 6. You don't have to go to one of the large concert venues and pay $80 for a ticket. In the old days all the concerts were free until they found out they could charge $7 a beer and $80 a ticket. There's plenty of Kick-Ass band in downtown Sturgis that are still free, anything from country to head banging. The loud American the knuckle Saloon and One Eyed Jacks or just a few of the free concerts in town. I've spent many a night just making the rounds several times, all within a couple blocks of each other. Tip number 7. Get your bike off Main Street by 2 a.m. or it will be towed. my first Sturgis Rally was in 1972 and I still have a blast every year, but there's certain things to beware of. The greed has really taken over.
Thank you Mr. Mike!
Watching this video brought back so many great memories. You see, my band, Ginger & The Gents, played Glencoe, 5 nights three years in a row ('17, '18 & '19). But 2019 was special. My drummer and I rode our bikes from Salt Lake to Sturgis. Taking the route through the Tetons and Yellowstone. While in Sturgis we hit almost all of the places you mention in this video. Spent our days riding and evenings (after our gigs) on the "Alley" at Glencoe. We have friends that have had a reserved stretch of the Alley for the past 20 something years. They pull their RVs in there and set up sofas and kegs and we just watch the bikes, boobs and burnouts. It's a great time. Full Throttle is a blast but you gotta like being around people. Anyway, thanks for sharing your experience there, I could listen to and share stories for days. My favorite part of this video??? "Those poor girls, they are so ugly!" LOL - that's Sturgis man!
Thanks for the laugh. Playing a gig at Sturgis must be amazing, and the ride there from Salt Lake must be great.
Bless your dad, I am a 'Nam vet and there are fewer of us each year.
These videos really help understand how Sturgis "works" Very helpful. We are planning on going next year, finally.
I'm originally from Southern Missouri, great place to live. Love your straightforward brief and blunt down and dirty descriptions. Also shut the door please 🤣 it never fails had me laughing hysterically
Damn I can't wait. This is my first year going to Sturgis. Thanks for the tips
I'm so glad I found your channel you have the best content explaining so much of our culture to people who may interested into getting into riding and going to events as well
I really enjoy your videos, I've been wanting to go to Sturgis for years, but have been intimidated with all the "stories" about Sturgis and the huge amount of options that are available. Watching your series of Sturgis places to stay, eat and entertainment has made my choices and decisions much easier. Unfortunately I'm not going to make it this year, but next year is a definite go. Thanks from a fellow Missourian, can't wait to see the rest of the series.
Have fun!
Great videos for Sturgis, this will be my first visit and I can't wait!
This year for the Sturgis Rally, we're staying at the "Hog Heaven Campground". It's on the other side of the hillclimbs. Yup, Pappy Hoel and the "Jackpine Gypsies" started it all. I think they originally called it the " Black Hills Classic" motorcycle rally.
I enjoy your videos! Been to Sturgis 6 times. We go either every other or every 3rd. Great times, Great people and Awesome rides. 1250 miles for us from Washington so it's usually a 3500 mile round trip. Great way to see our beautiful lands and meet great people!!
Thanks! You going this year?
My Brother from another Mother and I have ridden from California to Sturgis 4 times 2012,2014,2017 and 2018. We stay in Keystone when we go. We are going this year with the wife's this time. Looking forward to it maybe we will run into you. Enjoy your videos and look forward to many more.
Thank you,
After 23 years I just went to the museum last year for the first time. Was worth it.
So helpful watching your videos. 2023 will be our first year at the rally. Another couple is going with us.
Glad I found your video's. Rarely do I just listen without a lot of pictures, but you are interesting. Thank you for the knowledge.
Glad I could help!!!
Loved the video. Planning to ride to sturgis from Ohio this year. Made the checklist from all you said. Thank u
Well hell, I already liked the channel. Then you mentioned Blackberry Smoke, and trun me on to Jasmine Cain. Keep the videos coming and ride safe.
Very helpful for planning my trip. Thank you
I think Deadwood is my favorite part of the rally, I watched a documentary on the making of the HBO Deadwood Series and the director went to pain staking lengths to make it as factual and real as possible. Netflix has the discs, I'm pretty sure the interview was on one of the discs, the town is amazing. I never did the Custer Visitor Center you mentioned so I'll put that on my list this year. Just can't squeeze it all in in 9 days. Thanks for the good videos
Thanks for the comment. Make sure you subscribe, I’m gonna do more!
I really enjoy your videos. Keep them coming.
Thanks! There’s a ton more on the channel!
I will be driving through there in the morning. I deliver Malibu boats all over the country. If you are going to check out Devils Tower run Hwy 212, nice drive and you usually see a lot of deer and antelope. I have also seen about 12 big horn sheep walking right down the middle of the street in Deadwood. Rolling out from Murdo around 0430 and will be running 212 out of
Belle Forche ..... Always Run'N
Love your crazy man! Keepem comin sir! A shoutout to your wife she adds to your Chanel! 😎👍
My buddy and I are going to sturgis for the first time. Great videos and suggestions. It would be awesome to meet you we will be staying at the Chip
I'll be there!!!! I'll be at most of the concerts. Come say hi!
Great vids ! Im local like yourself, tips and info great even though i been to sturgis a dozen times learned a few new things thanks.
Thanks 👍
Finally upgraded to a street glide. Really looking forward to heading out to Sturgis from MN!!!!
No HD for me but I’ll be leaving from Elk River!
just upgraded to a 08 street glide myself....
Always another great video Monkey
Lol when his kid walked out
I love all your thoughts! Last year was my first STURGIS trip and did it solo! Met up with a father son that let me tag along with them on their rides. I feel like I saw a ton but also feel like I missed out on so much! Hope to run into ya and say thank you in person
That would be great!
Great channel.... job well done. I live in Sturgis (Boulder Canyon), so it is nice to see someone put together content that is accurate, useful and helpful to many of the FNGs that come here unprepared. Hopefully they come across your channel, as it could do all of us good...... keep up the good work...... hope to run into you one of these years and buy you a beer.
Man that means a ton to me. Thanks!!!
FNG's?
@@ScottHomeVideos “effing” new guys.
I think the Sidehack gentlemens club should be a staple for all who attend the rally stop in during the rally and say hello
My parents planned a vacation through Rushmore when I was a kid, we had no idea about the rally, my parents don't ride and we're from Canada, and I can day this is the reason for my love of motorcycle's. More than a few guys let me sit on their bikes and it's the first time I was given a bandana. Can't go this year, boarder, but plan to next year.
Right on!
Taking notes!!!
It's spendy but paid to go into the museum and go downstairs to see the real bikes and things. Wal drug is good but be ready to spend some time its busy. The videos are done really well so it's way better than you can do by yourself. Don't forget fir veterans the air museum at Ellsworth AFB east of Rapid City AND on Tuesday they have a ride that goes through Van knocker canyon to Sturgis. Its free and they used to give you two beers or sodas at the end.
Never been to sturgis looking to go next year thanks for the tips hoop to see you their good video
You should! I'll be there for about 2 weeks!
We are going first time can’t wait sturgis I’m coming so happy
You forgot to mention Crazy Horse. That's a must see destination. And Stone House Saloon.
Damn, there is always something. Crazy Horse is another one I just see from the highway. You know what it looked like when I first saw it in 1990? The same as it does today. I think they are carving it with a teaspoon.
Professional Monkey you gotta go see the big museum. It can takes hours to walk through and is awesome and for $10 it's worth every cent.
i know Im quite off topic but do anyone know a good place to stream newly released series online ?
@Kaiden Arian try flixzone. Just search on google for it =)
@Brayan Willie Yea, been using flixzone for since march myself :)
100% on the topless Tuesday in Alzada! I was there the first year and a couple after that but you can see the same shit and more in Glenco plus the parking sucks, service sucks, and it’s a hall if you get there and can’t see or park spot on with the other stuff!
Agreed, but I’ll go again, ha!
The ride from Sturgis to Alzada is beautiful! Get on 212 at Belle Fourche to Alzada. The ride is what it's about.
the lictner bike show at the chip is free and a must, it run all week long
Ill be there for sure this year.
Videos really help !! Was wondering about how to get around off the bike AKA Bus or public transportation from campground to campground or into town.
I like Da Bus. They stop in and around Sturgis. Go check their site out. You can buy wristbands in advance or pay per ride. They also have cheap beer onboard!
Kid Rock going political was awesome. Everyone was screaming. You are the first who I’ve heard say they didn’t like it. Keep up the good videos.
Thanks. I just don't want to hear it, ya know? Politics is freaking everywhere and I dont want to hear about it at motorcycle rallies/concerts, know what I mean?
@@ProfessionalMonkey yup, that’s what makes it so great. We can all disagree with each other and still get along. Keep up the videos. I love them.
We will be at the chip! Picking up a new bike at black hills harley on the way, lowrider s with 131!! Maybe we will see you
The bike muesum is cool small but cool the usual collection of bikes but good stories to read learnt a lot anyways,
I’m not going to miss it this year for sure.
It's air conditioned!
I hope I get to see you there bud love your vids
I'll be there! Where ya staying?
@@ProfessionalMonkey glencoe is what’s it’s lookin like
@@chadwaite3734 right on!
dont forget the Ham &Jam hulette on wed.
Wednesday at Hulette has gone to shit.
great video alot of info
I think I like it better when you’re looking into the camera, rather than just off.
That being said, you’re excellent at reminiscing and giving guidance. Seriously.
I’m sitting here, listening at 1:22 a.m.
Kudos to your dad, Nam guys are my favorite. A large number of guys I ride with are from the Nam error.
Also I have heard from some of guys that were in Sturgis the week after the rally and they said it was nice.
They could still buy merchandise from the rally and the crowds weren't as big obviously. Have you heard of people doing this the week after or The week before the rally? I think it's becoming a thing for people that don't want the huge crowds
Going the week before the rally has been a thing for a long time. Smaller crowds, the rides are still there of course, and quite a few vendors still around.
@@ProfessionalMonkey my entire family rides including nieces nephews brother-in-law's. And the ones that have gone to Sturgis said it was fun but would like to return sometime during the off season. (Just before or after) because they didn't get to see and do everything they wanted to due to the crowds.
Im going to sturgis this year. Will be there tuesday early bird
Heads up On Deadwood, of your not an excellent rider DONT DRIVE to the Cemetery. Going up isn't bad but coming down with the steepness and gravel all over the road it is dangerous. They have a bus you can ride up and down. If your young you can climb the steps in 12-15 minutes. Also if you want cheep food they have sloppy joe's, soda and chips at the VFW/American Legion for $5.00 its air conditioned! Also a great ice cream shop on main drag far end of street by the stop light but its down 3-4 steps. Its the old town level still.
Good advice on the bud. Those Deadwood back streets have some impressive hills and odd switchbacks to em!
OK one quick question. Due to things beyond my control. I am only able to be there for a couple days. Day before the rally starts and opening day. What would you say are the top two or three things to see? I'm thinking main drag and vendor first day. Couple bars that night. Then it's up in the air. I have to be in ND the next day. Gonna do badlands then. Ideas?
Ride Needles, ride needles, ride needles. You HAVE to do that. If I had two days I would ride needles, iron mountain road and do the wildlife loop, then go walk around main street, then I would go to the Buffalo Chip that night to eat at a vendor, people watch and see whoever is playing that night. The next day I would ride needles again going the other direction, route yourself past Rushmore, then stop in Keystone to walk around and have dinner at either the Red Garter or go about 2 miles out of town to the Powder House. That would be my 2 day Sturgis rally.
@@ProfessionalMonkey Thanks for the reply,
The Bar in Montana is a new one for me, no panties Tuesday in Hulett Wyoming is nice. The last few times I’ve went to the rally I have stayed in Custer State park but I’m looking to change that this year.
Let me know where you end up. I’m always curious about where people land.
No panties is now in alazda too but it’s on Wednesday apparently Wyoming frowns on that type of shit now!
@@rosekransconst.2495 imagine that? Ha!
@@rosekransconst.2495 Well, it was always no panties Wednesday in Hulett, used to be a fun day. Then the yokals started bringing kids(I'm not making this up) and so now it's just pretty much everyone ride to Hulett on Wednesday to look at your cell phone. It's a shame but the rally is less and less fun now, It's just people getting drunk at a campground and looking at cell phones.
Try Three Flags in Blackhawk, right off the interstate.
Hi Thank you for your videos this will be our first time going to Sturgis would you be able to help plan itinerary .. trying to map out how to bundle the must see things per day to maximize our time there but not be overwhelmed and exhausted!
Have fun!
I-90 rest area at Chamberlain mile mark 263 has all the maps and info available. If your coming from the east.
Glencoe !!! Stay there every year. I seen a lady, "possibly the same lady" tied to a stripper pole in the middle of a group of campers. No one around, Like they all left her there all alone.!
I was told later that they're swingers... lol
Poor little ole thing... ha!
They should really bring STEEL PANTHER!!!
Lol "set yourself up with a limit and blow it by 400%" you do know my wife I see
I know this will sound weird, but what glasses and lens are you wearing?
Just my readers I get off Amazon.
@@ProfessionalMonkey ok, thanks man. I really enjoy your videos.
"Iron American Dream" on UA-cam
A song for all Harley-Davidson motorcycle enthusiasts. Can you name the missing motor? What was the first year of fuel injection on the EVO? Take that ride across the Promised Land on the "Iron American Dream"
The Ultra had EFI in 99 I know, not sure if they did in 98 without googling... Great stuff...
Are you going to make it to Sturgis in 2021? Any chance of a meet n greet?
That would be fun. I am at the Chip this year, maybe I could pick a time to meetup at the Beaver Bar or something for a beer or nine?
@@ProfessionalMonkey that sounds good. We have a house in Rapid City rented. Cant wait for rally this year.
Is it Bon or Brian? The AC/DC cover band?
Both.
I really like the relationship you have with your dad.
Are going to the MB spring rally?
Nope. I restrict my rallies to Sturgis, and then those I can do in a weekend. I doubt ill do Daytona Bike Week, but hopefully Leesburg and Biketoberfest. With the little one I avoid using too much vacation time for non family stuff.
@@ProfessionalMonkey okay, thanks
Hopefully could meet you at Biketoberfest.
Love your videos.
What about hotels
I did a whole video on where to stay. I am not an expert, you really have to poke around. They're so expensive I would recommend renting an RV at the Chip.
2 hrs N. Little big hotness
Has your wife done a video for us ladies who are going to Sturgis for the first time? Would love to hear the female perspective.
And I got rid of the crotch rocket I am now on a Harley
I’m not interested in that stuff........I just go to ride all day, everyday and see the vendors..........by the evening I’m back at the hotel sleeping......
That’s what’s great. Everyone can come and do their own thing. No judgement...
Me too my friend!!! At dark I'm in the hotel asleep. Been 4 times.
Food sux at the Knuckle
I disagree. The Martha Burger is fantastic.