Thunder in the Rockies
T
his year marked the tenth annual
Thunder in the Rockies, the largest
bike rally in Colorado. Occurring
on Labor Day weekend at the Thunder
Mountain Harley-Davidson® dealership
in Loveland, Colorado, the rally brought
an estimated crowd of nearly 50,000
motorcycle enthusiasts of together from
across the country to share their passion
for freedom in the wind.
The rally included high-powered entertainment, events and activities, including
concerts with national entertainment acts
Bret Michaels, Jackyl, Blackberry Smoke
and Moccasin Creek. The Harley Davidson Demo Tent brought test rides of
the 2015 HD models to attendees (with
a valid motorcycle endorsement). Those
that attended also had the opportunity to
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ride some of the most breathtaking, scenic riding in the USA.
show, the Miss Hooters Thunder in the
Rockies Bikini Contest.
“Our rally has really taken on a unique
feel. It is the uniting of a brotherhood, the
gathering of kindred souls that share the
passion for freedom in the wind.” said Jill
Almirall, marketing and event manager
at Thunder Mountain Harley-Davidson®.
The rally started at noon Friday, Aug.
29 and rolled throughout the weekend
with biker-related vendors, shows,
entertainment and activities running
throughout the event.
The ride this year, the Forever
Family Ride, with a route up Thompson
Canyon to Estes Park was led by Jesse
Dupree the lead vocalist for Jackyl.
The fundraisers benefitted Realities
for Children charities, a non-profit
organization for children who have
been abused, neglected or are at-risk.
Realities for Children is a local charity
partnering with 150 local businesses
coming together to benefit the needs of
local children.
Along with the evening concerts
and the vendors, other activities were
available including the Rhett Rotten
Wall of Death, the Suicidal Lifestyles
Stunt Team, Extreme Midget Wrestling
Federation, the 2014 custom bike
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If you have not visited Thunder in the
Rockies in the past, try it next Labor Day
weekend for a great rally experience.
– Patrick McCauley
www.thunderroadscolorado.com