The Rally Board Blog

DATE: March 3, 2012

CITY / STATE: Oakland City, Indiana

DESCRIPTION: Location: American Legion, Oakland City, Indiana

Doors open at 5pm (6pm eastern)
Weigh-in 7pm-8pm
other games start at 6pm

Event admission $5.00 ABATE members $7.00 non-members
Arm Wrestling Entry fee $5.00

16 and 17 year old competitors must have parent present at weigh-ins

Games-food-prizes

pot luck food Included with paid admission Drinks available at cash bar

Prizes: Championship Trophies for 1st and 2nd place winners in each division

Mens right handed classes 0-154, 154-189, 189-209, 209-231, 231 and up.

womens right handed 0-147, 147-182, 182 and up.

PHONE: 812-724-2064 or 812-618-5305
EMAIL: pd3triker@yahoo.com

DATE: March 2, 2012

DIRECTIONS: 3300 West Radio Drive
CITY / STATE: Florence, South Carolina

DESCRIPTION: The event will feature Live Entertainment, Music, Bike Show, Stunt Riders, Custom Builders, Vendors Mall, and Much More!

PHONE: 336-643-1367

WEBSITE: http://www.myrtlebeachbikeweekwest.com/

DATE:    February 25, 2012

DIRECTIONS: 9081 SW 51st
CITY / STATE: St Cooper City, Florida

DESCRIPTION: The event will feature a Chilli Cook-Off with Chilli Tasting, and Awards!

There is NO entry fee!

PHONE: 910-512-4669
EMAIL: hankski@comcast.net

DATE: February 24 – February 26, 2012

DIRECTIONS: Charlotte Convention Center 501 South College Street

CITY / STATE: Charlotte, North Carolina

DESCRIPTION: This show is to present the general cyclist population with a look at tomorrows motorcycle merchandise. Everyone is welcome to attend, and have a great time!

Come out and experience tomorrows bikes, first hand! Learn about Motorcycle Safety, and the risks of riding. Try on new gear, and see what looks good on you! Hundreds of new bikes will be showcased, and available for riding. You can expect to see new brands, and models you’ve never seen before!

PHONE: 440-395-9928

WEBSITE: http://www.motorcycleshows.com/charlotte

DATE: March 28 – April 1, 2012

CITY / STATE: Scottsdale, Arizona

DESCRIPTION: The 2012 Arizona Bike Week will be held in Scottsdale, Arizona from March 28th, 2012 to April 1st, 2012. It will be held at 16601 N. Pima Rd in Scottsdale. This is the 16th anniversary of the AZ Bike Week and will be a non-stop party. This year’s event will include Concerts, Vendors and Festivities for 5 days!

Arizona Bike Week is a rider’s dream. Whether you prefer participating in organized charity rides or carving out your own path, there’s plenty of options for everyone. Our scenic terrain and amazing spring weather make for some of the best riding in the country. Spend a few days exploring the Arizona desert and mountain roads and checking out the pre-rally days’ events at our favorite biker friendly establishments. Then it’s time to really rev it up at the biggest party of all, Cyclefest at WestWorld! One low admission price gets you into all the festivities. Top name builders and vendors, with the latest parts, accessories and apparel. Major manufacturers such as Harley-Davidson, Yamaha & Kawasaki will be offering demo rides on their newest bikes. Also included with your general admission pass; nightly concerts, featuring national headliners. This year’s lineup includes Quiet Riot, Puddle of Mudd, REO Speedwagon and Tesla. Purchase your ticket online and you’ll also receive a discount coupon redeemable at the ABW official merchandise booth. For more info, go to azbikeweek.com, where you’ll find links to reserve on site RV and tent camping spaces as well as nearby hotel rooms at discounted rates. See you at Arizona Bike Week, the rally that gives you more bang for your buck!

Concerts and Entertainment
Endless live music awaits you this year. A few of the bands that are currently lined up are names like Quiet Riot, Puddle of Mudd, REO Speed Wagon, and Tesla.

Band Line-up
Quiet Riot – March 28th, 9pm, HandleBar Saloon
Puddle of Mudd – March 29th, 9pm HandleBar Saloon
REO Speed Wagon – March 30th, 9pm, HandleBar Saloon
Tesla – March 31st, 9pm, HandleBar Saloon

PHONE: 480-644-8191
EMAIL: info@azbikeweek.com

WEBSITE: http://www.azbikeweek.com
VENDOR INFO: Suzy – 480-644-8191

DATE: March 8 – March 11, 2012

DIRECTIONS: La Paz County Park, Parker, AZ

CITY / STATE: Parker, Arizona

DESCRIPTION:
Plans are in the works for the 11th annual event held at La Paz County Park in Parker AZ. Check back often for news and updates!

Four days of relaxation, fellowship, worship, rides, messages, and more!

Dry camping site/use fees nominal, and paid at event. PLEASE do not let cost keep you home. Step out in faith and let the Lord provide. Breakfast provided each day, dinner provided Friday and Saturday.

To promote fellowship among all Christian motorcycle ministries in Arizona and surrounding states.

PHONE: 928-763-4239
EMAIL: flhtcu96@aol.com

WEBSITE: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Annual-Parker-Motorcycle-Ministry-Retreat

DATE: March 16 – March 18, 2012

DIRECTIONS: Riverbend Park 107 Highway 71 West (Highway 71 at the Colorado Street exit)

CITY / STATE: Smithville, Texas

DESCRIPTION: Cruise this pine tree canvassed piece of heaven that’s so intimate, the closest interstate is 40 miles away! The legend returns as the party gets underway along the banks of the Colorado River featuring events such as live music rockin’ your weekend, your favorite vendors with their newest items, swap meet, delicious food, cold beer, fun run, bike show, field events, biker parade down Main Street Smithville, and finishing with a blessing of the bikes on Sunday.

The fun run will take place along wildflower-swathed ribbons of back country roads with Texas watering hole stops along the way. Return to Riverbend Park and check out the antique bikes before partaking in the wildest field events this side of the Colorado River! Don’t forget to check out the live demonstrations courtesy of sponsor Cowboy Harley-Davidson of Austin.

A $15 entry fee gets you access to the park for all three days of the event (gates open at noon on Friday, March 16). Attendees must be at least 21 years of age, and no pets or animals will be allowed into the fenced area of the rally. There are a limited number of camping spots available (tent and RV) by calling the Smithville Recreation Center at 512-237-3282 x7. Other lodging options are available by logging onto the Smithville Area Chamber of Commerce website at www.smithvilletx.org. More information can be found by visiting the event website www.thunderonthecolorado.com.

This year, we’re adding a Texas Hold Em tournament on Friday, March 16 at Riverbend Park for a buy-in of $30 which includes $10,000 in chips and a wristband for admission throughout the weekend ($15 value). Pre-registration is encouraged as walk-ups are not guaranteed accommodations.

For more information about the event, call the Smithville Area Chamber of Commerce at 512-237-2313.

PHONE: 512-237-2313
EMAIL: chamber@smithvilletx.org

WEBSITE: http://www.thunderonthecolorado.com http://www.smithvilletx.org
VENDOR INFO: Openings to food vendors are made once the previous year’s vendor give up their right of first refusal. Merchandise vendors will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis depending on the type of merchandise or services offered to avoid duplications.

DATE: March 9 – March 18, 2012

CITY / STATE: Daytona Beach, Florida

DESCRIPTION: Daytona Beach Bike Week, The Daytona 200 and Daytona Motorcycle Rally and Event is one of the largest motorcycle rallies in the world held annually at Daytona Beach Florida.

Best known as “Bike Week”, Daytona, Florida’s warm breezes welcome the motorcycle community to the grand opening of the motorcycle season. Bruce Rossmeyers Harley Davidson at Destination Daytona and New Smyrna Harley Davidson play host to over 500,000 bikers from around the world. Destination Daytona has become the largest gathering place for national motorcycle aftermarket parts manufacturers. Along side the largest Harley Davidson Destination Daytona Dealership in the world, stands J and P Cycles giant super store featuring the largest aftermarket catelog anywhere.

Famous biker venues like, Main Street’s Boothill Saloon, Iron Horse Saloon, Cabbage Patch, Gilly’s Pub 44, Broken Spoke Saaloon, and Froggys are only part of the huge biker party held annually to kick off the east coast motorcycle riding season. Daytona Bike Week also hosts the Rats Hole Bike Show and Boardwalk Bike Show that features some of the most outstanding custom choppers, bobbers, and import motorcycles in the world.

All of the major motorcycle manufacturers are present from Harley Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Victory, Triumph, and Ducatti. These new motorcycle manufacturers probvide riders with “demo rides” to test drive the new motorcycle models.

This event draws in a huge crowd from all over the motorcycle world – to enjoy concerts featuring biker band favorites and motorcycle celebrities like the Teutles of Orange County Choppers, and Arlen Ness. Scenic beachfront rides, terriffic biker bars and a never ending list of great seafood resturaunts make Daytona Bike Week the largest and most popular motorcycle rally in the world!

A full week of motorcycle races including the grand daddy of them all the Daytona 200 takes place at the giant Daytona International Speedway while other smaller venues like New Smyrna Speedway features flat track racing.

Make “Daytona Bike Week” your number one stop on the motorcycle rally tour for 2012.

WEBSITE: http://www.officialbikeweek.com/ http://www.destinationdaytona.com/ http://www.daytonabikeweekrally.com/

DATE: March 1 – March 4, 2012

DIRECTIONS:
5544 Highway 164 E

CITY / STATE: Groesbeck, Texas

DESCRIPTION: The event will feature a Bike Show, Beer Chugging Contest, Tattoo Contest, Pokre Run, Games, Burnout Contests, Wet T-shirt Contests, Naughty Night Contests, and much more!

PHONE: 254-729-2602
EMAIL: info@thehotrally.com

Mesa, Arizona-based kingpin of aftermarket air-suspension kits AirBagIt.com complements industry-leading line with new rear-only and motorcycle air kits.

Mesa, Arizona (PRWEB) February 19, 2012

Never one to rest on its laurels, AirBagIt.com this week expanded its industry-leading line of air suspension kits with a host of new additions.

Already famous for its front, back and side-to-side (FBSS) air kits for hot rods, muscle cars and every automobile make from BMW and Cadillac to Renault and Volkswagen, Mesa, Arizona-based AirBagIt has introduced a new line of rear-only air-suspension kits and a line of air-suspension systems to replace stock shafts on motorcycles.

The new line of factory-quality air-suspension motorcycle systems will raise or lower a bike from 1 to 4 inches. Each system includes air cylinders, compressors, check valves, gauges, electric switches, dump switches, air lines and fittings, with an optional wireless remote. The motorcycle systems fit all 1987 or newer Harley Davidson “Softail” models and are also available for many Yamaha, Honda, Kawasaki and Susuki models, according to the AirBagIt.com press statement.

AirBagIt.com

Read full story at: SFGate.com