How To Party Like A Sturgis Veteran (Even If You’re A Sturgis Virgin)
There’s nothing quite like the first time. The fluttering heartbeats, awkward movements, nervous exploring, building excitement and then…it’s over so fast you think, are we done already?
We’re talking Sturgis here, ya perverts…
Losing your Sturgis Rally V-Card is an experience that you’ll never forget, but it doesn’t have to be awkward or result in an apologetic getaway quicker than “the act” itself. The rally is something that can be pleasurable year after year, including your first one. If you want to skip the awkward and go right to euphoria during your Sturgis Rally, learn some moves from the Sturgis veterans and observe these tips.
Just the Tips
1. Get more party for your penny.
sTUrGis iS sO exPeNSIvE…shut up, virgin.
You really don’t have to break the bank at the Sturgis Rally to have the best time of your life. No matter where you stay, you just have to know where to look. Follow these instructions and you won’t break the bank if you choose to stay at the largest motorcycle venue, the Sturgis Buffalo Chip:
- Book your stay early for the best price. Easy AF. You can catch concerts and camp for less than $20 a day if you book early.
- Seek out drink specials like the Rat’s Hole Mug (a 36 oz mug with $6 refills!!)
- Get a meal plan at Stage West Café. Awesome food at a lower price when purchased as a package.
- Drink (and Eat) fiscally responsibly by hitting up DOLLAR DOGS AND DRAFTS at Woody’s Watering Hole in the Sturgis Buffalo Chip Amphitheater every afternoon. Yeah, that’s right, dollar beers and dollar glizzys. So cheap, you might take two at the same time.
- AND, after a hard night’s party, hit up the Sons Of Light FREE pancake breakfast for some delicious cakes. After that, you’ll be ready start all over again.
2. Pack for the Party
Unless your goal is to have a crappy time, you need some stuff to supplement your partying. But you can party like it’s 1981 with just a few things. Your Rally checklist should include:
- A Buffalo Chip Campground Admission Pass (duh)
- Shelter (like a tent or a tarp at least)
- Money, ID and Credit Card
- Bedding (for warm or cool weather)
- Earplugs
- Flashlights or lanterns
- Duct tape
- Rain gear
- Camera or camera phone
- Phone charger, maybe a couple
- Body wipes
- Camp chair
- Comfy shoes
- Chap stick
- Sunblock
- Snacks
- Water
Oh, and a motorcycle if you got one. Extra points if you bring a mini bike to scoot around a campground.
3. Don’t forget to look around, bro.
Not just saying it to say it, but the Black Hills of South Dakota is one of the most beautiful places on earth to see and ride. See some sights and take in some of the best riding roads in the country! Hop on your two-wheeler and check out:
Then, when you’re done riding for the day, roll on back to the campground and get to partying with friends old and new once again. At the Sturgis Buffalo Chip, you’ll want to be sure to check out Bikini Beach, the free-access CrossRoads where the Big Engine Bar and Freedom Field are located, Camp Zero and, of course, the legendary Buffalo Chip Amphitheater for a concert experience you’ll never forget.
While this certainly isn’t all you need to know about doing the Sturgis deed, it’ll give you a leg up on the other Sturgis virgins.
Remember kiddos, have fun, meet some friends, don’t take yourself too seriously, and wear a condom.
Oops, I mean…wear a helmet.
