This is the 2023 MSTA Regional and National Rally Schedule. They are listed in chronological order. These are the events that club leaders have set up. They are designed as multi-day events and their purpose is to bring club members and friends together over 3-4 days to explore the roads in different areas of the country with like-minded riders. A quick note on MSTA rallies: Our rallies emphasis RIDING over anything else. Self-guided routes (both on road and off road) are generally made available in both printed and GPX formats. Each rally has its own website which you can access through the provided links. On those websites you will find information on the host hotels and links to routes and download information. Our rallies are designed so that most days will be spent riding in the area, over just staying at the rally hotel and socializing. However, the evenings are designed to allow attendees to renew old friendships and to begin new ones while socializing with the other attendees. Meals are generally on your own, with a few rallies having some included. Most hotels we use do provide breakfast. Membership in the MSTA is NOT required to attend ANY of the rallies listed here. Most rallies are FREE and there is no registration fee. However, there are a few that do have a registration fee. Please check the individual websites to determine which is which. We invite anyone interested to attend these rallies, so invite your friends to come along!
North Georgia Classic Rally
When: April 21-23, 2023
Where: Dillard, GA Note- NEW LOCATION
Web Link: North Ga Classic
2023
Description: A long standing Southeastern tradition for the MSTA, we kick-off the riding season in style at the North Georgia Classic.
This year, we will rally for 3 days out of one of our historical locations, a “Classic” spot…if you will. The quiet town of Dillard in beautiful County will play host this year. We have held this event in Dillard previously, as well as our famous Dual Sport gathering, with great success and we look forward to returning. Helen has been a great location and we will likely be back, but sometimes a little change is good.
The mountains are calling, come ring in the new riding year with us!!
Not Looking For Bigfoot Rally
When: April 28 – 30, 2023
Where: Mountain Home, Arkansas
Web Link: Bigfoot Rally
Description: The Not Looking For BigFoot Rally is an informal get-together for a first Spring weekend of riding in the Ozark mountains of Northwest Arkansas.
The Friday dinner party will be at the Arena Sports Bar next door. Suggested lunch routes and locations to be announced. The
Saturday banquet will be at the LaPaloma Mountain Home
Restaurant across the parking lot at 6:30 PM.
Ozark Escape Rally
When: May 5 – 7
Where: Eureka Springs, Arkansas
Web Link: Ozark Escape
Description: This is the 6th annual Ozark Escape “Just for Fun”
event. It takes place each year, in the great state of Arkansas. For those riders that have experienced the Ozarks, and for those of you not familiar with this area. They call the state of Arkansas the “Natural State” and there is a reason for that. The scenic views, the magical little places to visit, and some of the most amazing roads in the country await you. This is a great way to kick off the riding season.
There is no fee for this event, however, we do ask that you register so that we can prepare for the number of riders that will be in attendance.
Canaan Valley Rally
When: May 18 – 21, 2023
Where: Davis, West Virginia
Web Link: Canaan Valley Rally
Description: The 2023 Canaan Valley MSTA Rally will be held at the Canaan Valley Resort near Davis, WV. This is the same facility where we held the STAR21 Rally a couple years ago.
There is NO RALLY FEE for this event, however we will be collecting donations for the Ride For Kids Foundation (suggested donation of $10). Beyond the small costs for registration, etc., all donations will go to the fund, so please give what you can.
We will offer the same Street and ADV routes that we used for the 2021 STAR, but we’ve refined them to address concerns noted since then. They will be available for download to GPS devices.
35th Annual T Rally
When: May 19 – 20, 2023
Where: Harrison, Arkansas
Web Link: T-Rally 2023
Description: The T-Rally is one of the longest running rallies in the MSTA. The rally location is in the center of the Ozark mountains and is surrounded by great roads.
Event coordinators Bill and Becky Wing have simplified this year’s event- there is no hot dog cook out or formal banquet this year, but there is a restaurant next door so we will have dinner as a group. On Saturday, you will be able to ride the exceptional route that Bill puts together each year. He knows all the roads and is a master at stringing them together in routes that are among the best you will find anywhere.
TriSTAR Rally
When: May 26 – 29
Where: Sparta, North Carolina
Web Link:TriSTAR
Description: Sparta is located in the northwest of North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, nestled between the New River and the Blue Ridge Parkway, offering scenic vistas, unspoiled landscape and friendly folk.
Named TriSTAR because you’re only a few miles from the States of Virginia and Tennessee and event routes cover all three states. Come and enjoy the scenic beauty along miles and miles of great twisty mountain roads.
There are lots of things to do in the area for those not interested in riding. A great way to spend your Memorial Day Weekend.
STAR Rally
When: June 10 – 15, 2023
Where: Knoxville, Tennessee
Web Link: STAR
Description: STAR (Sport Touring Association Rendezvous) is the annual national rally for the MSTA. In
addition to great riding opportunities, there will be a full schedule of fun activities, including:
Welcome Ceremony
New Members/First Time Attendees Meeting
New Members Ride
Ladies of the MSTA Meet & Greet
Annual Members Meeting
Lunch Ride
Closing Banquet & Awards
Annual Bike Raffle- a Canyon Red 2022 Royal Enfield 650
Interceptor
Event T-Shirts
Vendors
Seminars
There will be a wide selection of routes and Extras. Click the web link for more info.
Big Lynn Lodge Rally
When: July 13 – 16, 2023
Where: Little Switzerland, North Carolina
Web Link: BLL Rally
Description: This July event has been running since 2011 and it’s aunique, must-attend rally. What is so great about the Big Lynn Lodge (BLL) Ride? Let me tell you!
First is location. The Big Lynn Lodge is located on a mountain ridge right next to the Blue Ridge Parkway, a few miles south of Spruce Pine, North Carolina. It is one of the most beautiful settings you will find for a place to stay. There are fantastic roads in every direction from the doorstep of the lodge.
Second is “social dining.” Every guest has breakfast and dinner
included with their room and everyone dines together for both meals. Food is healthy and tasty with soft drinks and desserts, which include homemade pies.
Third is routes. This area has some exceptional technical and twisty routes, both pavement and dirt, created by Doug Pippin. They are some of the best you will ride anywhere, ever.
As if all of that is not enough, there will be entertainment on Friday night. Almost Vintage will play a set or two out on the back porch.
Once again, the BLL Rally will have available Anne-Marie LaFrance, a professional massage therapist, so attendees can sign up for a free thirty-minute massage on Friday and Saturday afternoon. A pre-ride Saturday “stretching for the ride” session will also be offered.
River City Ride JFF
When: July 28 – 30, 2023
Where: Corydon, Indiana
Web Link: River City Rally
Description: Mark your calendars for the 34th Annual River City Ride, which will be held once again with the Holiday Inn Express as the headquarters.
This is a wonderful opportunity for good times with friends old and new, and enjoy a full helping of Hoosier Hospitality.
The Corydon area and Ohio River valley is rich with history and
natural attractions, including the old capitol, caves, Ohio River sites, and more.
Eagle Quest Rally
When: August 4 – 7, 2023
Where: Milford, Pennsylvania
Web Link: Eagle Quest
Description: If you’re not from the area and thought that NY and NJ were nothing but urban sprawl get your butt up here, and we’ll show you some wilderness, cliffs, and maybe some Bald Eagles. You won’t be in any city traffic, but on a clear day, you can see NYC from the top of Perkins Memorial Drive.
If you are from the area, come on out and meet some other sport
touring riders. Have dinner with us at the historic Dimmick Inn & Steakhouse, in Milford, or perhaps the Carriage House in Barryville, NY.
We have prepared several street routes, 100 to 250 miles. Routes will be available on printed maps and by gpx files.
Destinations/overlooks/stops include:
Hawks Nest Highway
Bethel Woods (Woodstock)
The Roebling Aqueduct
Sugar Loaf NY
Perkins Memorial
The spectacular Route 106 thru Harriman State Park
Storm King Highway with the overlook over West Point
Greenwood Lake
The Dingman’s Ferry Bridge
Red River Gorge Rally
When: August 10 – 13
Where: Mt. Sterling, Kentucky
Web Link: Red River Gorge Rally
Description: The 2023 edition of the Red River Gorge Rally is on! Note the hotel change from last year.
Come ride the great roads of Eastern Kentucky with us!
Although it is a Just for Fun Rally with NO RALLY FEE, we will be collecting donations for the Dan Clark Safety Fund at the Rally and ask you to give whatever you can. (suggested donation is $10)
Convenient dining- the popular Cattlemen’s Roadhouse is located
right next door to the hotel. Good steaks, salad bar, burgers, full bar etc. There is also a Cracker Barrel nearby and a couple of gas station/convenience stores.
You can register for the event at any time- registration is open. There is no charge for the event. By pre-registering you allow the event coordinator to plan on how many chairs to bring, how many waters to purchase, etc. So PLEASE pre-register!
FlyBy Week
When: August 21 -27, 2023
Where: Marietta, Ohio
Web Link: FlyBy Week
Description: MSTA’s largest regional rally-
Great rally hotel with all suite rooms with l-shaped couch, heated pool, hot breakfast, etc.
31+ Road and ADV routes to choose from.
Come for the full week or any part.
Evening Dinner Tours with transportation downtown Mon, Tue, Thur.
Outdoor Lounge behind hotel for evening socializing.
Bike wash with all equipment & supplies courtesy VEI.
Free Therapeutic Massage Thur – Sat with Anne-Marie LaFrance
The FlyBy Week rally is open to everyone….no club membership or affiliation is required.
Ozarks BS Rally
When: September 8 – 10, 2023
Where: Theodosia, Missouri
Web Link: BS Rally
Description: The 2023 edition of the Bull Shoals Rally is on!
As always, rally HQ is at the Theodosia Marina-Resort on Bull Shoals
lake.
The Ozarks BS Rally kicks off around 5:30 PM on Friday with a
gourmet wiener roast. There is always plenty of food and nobody goes away hungry.
Saturday morning around 6 AM, a special breakfast buffet is set up at Cookie’s Restaurant, next to the hotel and campground. Saturday is the main riding day and there are several great routes to choose from. Saturday evening there is a banquet with plenty of good food and door prizes.
Event registration will be open soon. By pre-registering you allow the event coordinator to plan on food and other event supplies, etc. So PLEASE pre-register!
The BS Rally is open to everyone….no club membership or affiliation is required.
Fall Colors Rally
When: September 28- October 1, 2023
Where: Lewisburg, West Virginia
Web Link: Fall Colors Rally
Description: The Fall Colors Rally has been a long running tradition in MSTA. Lewisburg, WV, has proven to be a great location- easy to reach from all directions and close to lots of great riding.
We have been fortunate to have a good relationship with the Quality Inn hotel, which has provided us with a reasonable cost and good accommodations for many years.
Thursday evening features a dinner tour to restaurants in downtown Lewisburg.
Fall Colors features a great route collection from Doug Pippin.
ByWay Boogie Rally
When: October 6-8, 2023
Where: Clarksville, Arkansas
Web Link: ByWay Boogie
Description: The By-Way Boogie is an informal get-together for a final Fall weekend of riding in the Ozark mountains of Northwest Arkansas.
The Friday night pizza party will be at the hotel using a delivery service from Pizza Hut.
The Saturday banquet will be at the Crossroads Restaurant next door at 6:30 PM.
Fall at Two Wheels of Suches
When: October 5-8, 2023
Where: Suches, Georgia
Web Link: Fall at TWO
Description: 2023 will be the 2nd year of this Just for Fun (JFF) rally
at Two Wheels of Suches (TWOS) In Suches, GA.
Suches is central to many beautiful riding areas in north Georgia.
TWOS offers: Lodge Rooms, Cabins and Camping at reasonable
rates.
TWOS also offers Dinner and breakfast Friday thru Sunday.
This is beautiful area in North Georgia for motorcycle routes. Come join us for great company and great roads!
Texas Hill Country Rally
When: October 26-29, 2023
Where: Kerrville, Texas
Web Link: Texas Hill Country Rally
Description: 2023 will mark the 30th anniversary for the MSTA Texas Hill Country Rally. Come on down and enjoy some of the very finest roads in the state and well-known Texas hospitality.
We have added a day to the traditional 3 day event to allow riders two full days of fun to sample our roads We hope to make the 30th event even more fun than in the past with some new routes and some old favorites.
Apple pie, hamburgers, ice cream and Tex-Mex!
Who could ask for anything more?
We had 41 attendees in 2022 and hope for 80 in
2023. If you have attended before, bring a friend or two and if you attended in the past but missed the last couple of years, come on back and get reacquainted with MSTA friends and the great roads of the Texas Hill Country.
This rally is open to everyone….no club membership or affiliation is required.