Showing posts with label motorcycle. Show all posts
Showing posts with label motorcycle. Show all posts

Monday, August 11, 2014

SIMC: Sturgis Rally

Unknown Mami

I did manage to get out to the Rally for a little bit on Saturday afternoon. From what I understand attendance was down on the final Saturday of the Rally but it was still pretty busy.

As I drove toward historic main street looking for semi close parking I saw this motorcycle hearse. It is a sad sight but I can not think of a more appropriate hearse for a die hard motorcyclist.
It sure looked like everyone in this small town generates a bit of income during the Rally.
These lawn campers seemed to be enjoying the shade and proximity to all the excitement.
Of course there were a lot of really nice looking bikes, like this purple one that caught my eye.
 I did have to smile though when I read the sign on the back of this one that was parked right next to the purple bike. This may not be the prettiest but it sure looks like they have fun.
As you probably can guess there are tons of saloons, tattoo and apparel shops as well as food vendors galore.

There was even a dancing police officer that directs the traffic on the main street.
One playful person even showered the street with bubbles using an air conditioner to blow them over the sidewalk below.

I was pleased to see a few really awesome cars! I do like motorcycles but am more a car lover, especially classics.

Going down the middle of main street was a zip line, and boy did it look fun! No I didn't give it a try, but I sure wanted to.
There was a lot of unique apparel. There was the totally bizarre, the fun and the average. There was even some, oh wow, that is really neat.  Like the purse this woman has, that is made out of motorcycle license plates.
I hope you enjoyed your virtual visit to the Rally.
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Wednesday, August 6, 2014

Sturgis Rally 2014

I was hoping to have the opportunity to make it up to Sturgis this year and capture some of the Rally to share with everyone here. Unfortunately it does not look like I am going to be able to. However, being so close we do see quite a number of people and motorcycles headed to the rally. Here are a few shots of my favorite so far.

Driving past the gas station I spotted this Kenworth hood and just had to pull in for a closer look.
I never would have thought of riding under the hood of a Kenworth. After seeing this though, I definitely do now!
Not the best shot, but you can see a bit of that comfy interior. Not only does it look comfy but it is AIR RIDE! And look at this engine!
Not only is the trike built using a Kenworth hood among other parts, and it has an honest to God Caterpillar engine!

Can you tell I am a bit excited about this custom bike/trike? I am pretty sure my late husband, who loved his many Kenworths and really disliked motorcycles, would have loved this one. I really wanted to ask to go for a ride but figured that would be just a bit too forward..... LOL

So what have you seen lately that got you excited?

Monday, June 2, 2014

Signs of Summer

Well I am not sure what happened to Spring but it sure looks like Summer is here!