The closer to the center of the continuous 48 states the better it would be. This would put the average distance traveled at 900 miles and the furthest distance at about 1800 miles. For me it will be about 1600 miles to Lebanon, KS. So it won't be so much the riding around Kansas as much as the ride there and back. Also mid summer (first weekend of August hint, hint) would probably be the best weather. After the rally those who want to can ride up to Sturgis for a couple of days.
One interesting thing to note, just south of Lebanon is US 36 which is the original route of the Oregon Trail, Mormon Trail, and the Pony Express.
For any of this to happen, someone who lives near any of the locations mentioned thus far needs to volunteer and do the leg work on finding lodging, routes to ride and planned activities.
If nothing changes between now and next year I plan on being in Lebanon, KS on August 2, 2009 staying one night at the U.S. Center Lodge at 405 Elm St. I'll check out the local area for a day then ride on up to Sturgis for 3 or 4 days. Anyone that wants to is more than welcome to meet me there.
Ride Safe,,
Tom
