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August 10th, 2012
STORE HOURS - 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
REGISTRATION & CHECK IN - 10:00 am to 7:00 pm @ the Hostel Shoppe.
ICE CREAM RIDE - Mass Start! - 2:00 pm @ the Hostel Shoppe, Stevens Point, WI - Friday
afternoon- 16 & 23 mile option - Its a great way to get the weekend rolling. Pick up your registration packet and join us for a mass start.
You can also leave before or after the start of the group ride. A Sag vehicle will be on this ride. If you need assistance during the ride,
call the Hostel Shoppe at 715-341-2453.
BISTRO 212° Ice Cream Social - 3:15 pm to 4:30 pm -
After a ride, you deserve a treat!
Charge: $5.00/person Includes Sales Tax, Pre-registration Required
MENU • Vanilla, Chocolate & Strawberry ice cream will be provided. Toppings to include: caramel, hot fudge whip cream, cherries, sprinkles and fruit.
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August 11th, 2012
STORE HOURS - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Visit the
Hostel Shoppe after you get done with test rides.
REGISTRATION & CHECK IN - 7:00 am - 3:00 pm @ the Hostel Shoppe.
Breakfast @ Bistro 212 - open at 7:00 am
Bistro 212 will have Coffee & Condiments, Bottled Juice and Cinnamon Coffee Cake for purchase. $2 each at Registration. Pre-registration not required.
MORNING TOUR - 8:00 am - 17, 35 & 42 miles @ the Hostel Shoppe.
Enjoy routes with tour leaders and sag wagons on each route. Marked routes will be east of
Stevens Point on lightly traveled roads with a rest stop at the Morning Star Cafe & Bistro @ the 4-way stop in Amherst.
TEST RIDES - 9:30 am to 12:00 pm and 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm @ the Hostel Shoppe.
Those new to recumbent riding can test ride a bike from our select group
of demo recumbents. Meet industry reps and ride their latest bikes.
Helmets are required!
SWAP MEET - 10:00 am to 3:00 pm @ the Hostel Shoppe.
Buy or sell used equipment! Add to your stable or clean out the garage to
make room for a new bike! Free to registered rally participants. You are
responsible for all monetary transactions.
LUNCH - Catered by: Adventure 212 - 12:00 to 2:00 pm @ Adventure 212 Includes Sales Tax, Pre-registration Required.
MENU • Sandwiches: Hot Beef, Hot Ham, Buns. • Salads: Mediterranean Pasta Salad, Fruit Salad • Baked Beans, Wrap Platter: Cherry Chicken Salad, Veggie Wrap • Drinks: Lemonade, Iced Tea, Water. • Dessert: Chocolate Chip Cookies, Scotcharoo Bars & Monster Cookies
2012 SEMINARS:
- 2:30-3:15 - Rolf Garthus
- What's New at Volae
- 3:30-4:15 - TBA
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- 4:30-5:15 - ICE: Dan Pearce & Patrick Selwood
- Triking Video & Photography
NEW for 2012 Rally Contest! Win cool prizes!
Enter in the following categories
- Photo Contest in two categories: Most Scenic Bike or Trike Photo and Most Unique Bike or Trike Photo. Submit entries in JPG format, 4x6 inches, 200 dpi by email to info@hostelshoppe.com by July 28th or mail in with your registration form by July 28th.
- Person who came the farthest enter at the rally.
- Raffle Drawing
AFTERNOON SELF-GUIDED TOUR - Possible route maps will be available.
Thanks to Rudy Rack for supplying bike racks for the rally!
Those wishing to eat lunch or order a t-shirt are encouraged to
pre-register by July 28th. Only limited amounts will be available on a first come, first serve basis - and all registrations
received after July 28th will pay the higher price.
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August 12th, 2012
Morning Star Coffee & Bistro Breakfast Buffet - Open at 7:00 am - Menu and price to be announced. Participants need to pay at Morning Star. Pre-registration not required.
THE "SUPER TOUR" - 8:00 am to 2:00 pm - Wrap up the Rally with a scenic recumbent tour on
beautiful, lightly traveled, well-paved back roads around Amherst, WI. Park in the Amherst High School lot and be ready to leave from
The Jensen Center @ 8:00 am. Three routes of 14, 29 & 46 miles will be geared to different riding abilities. The ride will take place
weather permitting. Maps and sag wagon service will be provided. We will try to provide for different riding
speeds by having two group leaders to ride with different groups.
LUNCH - Catered by: Ambrosia's - served from 11:30 to 1:30 pm Includes Sales Tax, Pre-registration Required.
MENU • Pulled Pork BBQ Sandwiches, Veggie Lasagna • Parsley Butter Potatoes • Mediterranean Blend Assorted Roasted Veggies • Broccoli-Cauliflower-Bacon Salad • Fruit Salad • Dinner Rolls • Dessert • Lemonade and Iced Tea
Super Tour Riders are encouraged to pre-register by July 28th to
ensure adequate meals are prepared. Those registering after July 28th
will pay higher rates and availability is not guaranteed.
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Now Available Online!
Rally T-Shirts
Get the shirt from this year's rally or replace
the one the dog ate. Show the world you attended the original and best
recumbent rally! Limited quantities and sizes available.
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Here's a list of nearby establishments to satisfy those post-ride munchies.
- Amber Grill
Located in the Holiday Inn Hotel - Stevens Point. (715) 344-9808
Amber Grill Website
- Applebee's Restaurant
Located on Hwy 10 north of the Hostel Shoppe - Stevens Point. (715) 345-0186
Applebee's Website
- Bistro 212
Located next door at Adventure 212. (715) 343-0212
Bistro 212 Website
- Central Waters Brewing Company
Located in Amherst, WI. Open Fridays 4-9 pm & Saturdays 3-9 pm. (715) 824-2739
Central Waters Website
- Charcoal Grill
Offering wood-fired pizzas and hamburgers, along with a contemporary mix of other favorites. Located in the Crossroad Commons across from the Business Park.
- Chili's Restaurant
Located in the Crossroad Commons across from the Business Park.
- Culver's Restaurant
Located on Hwy 10 - Stevens Point. (715) 341-8666
Culver's Website
- El Mezcal Restaurant
Located at 5720 Windy Dr. off Hwy 10 - Stevens Point. (715) 342-1521
- Golden Corral
This buffet-style restaurant offers a vast array of foods. Located near Best Buy in the Crossroad Commons, across from the Business Park.
- Grazies Italian Grill
"Fresh from Scratch" Italian food. Located on Hwy 10 in Stevens Point.
- Hilltop Pub & Grill
Located on Hwy 10 at I39. (715) 341-3037
Hilltop Website
- McDonald's
Located near Best Buy in the Crossroad Commonds across from the Business Park.
- Mikey's Neighborhood Bar & Grill
Located 3018 Village Park Drive in Plover, WI. (715) 544-0157
Mikey's Website
- O'so Brewing Company
Located 3028 Village Park Drive in Plover, WI. (715) 254-2163
O'so Brewing Company Website
- Starbucks
In the mood for a cup of joe or a muffin? Starbucks is a stone's throw away. Located in the Crossroad Commons across from the Business Park.
- Subway
Fresh and quick sub sandwiches, salads, wraps, and more. Located in Stevens Point on CTY R across from the Hostel Shoppe.
- The Bamboo House
Located 3012 Village Park Drive in Plover, WI. (715) 342-0988
The Bamboo House Website
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2012 Exhibitors & Presenters:
If you are a recumbent industry professional, and are interested in
presenting or exhibiting at the 2012 Rally, please contact jessie@hostelshoppe.com to
confirm subject matter, dates and times. The Midwest Recumbent Rally
is the premier recumbent gathering in the US and is a great way to
meet hundreds of very enthusiastic riders face to face!
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All Rally participants will be charged a $15 fee for 2012. These costs include test rides, porta-potties, route marking, map printing and sag service. Rather
than eliminating some of the services and keeping the Rally free, we have
elected to continue holding a high quality event and charge a small fee.
Your understanding is appreciated!
Meals and t-shirts are a little extra, but
worth it! Pricing information is available on the registration form
below, and is subject to change. Pre-registration must be received
by July 28th for discounted rates.
- Online Registration Form - print
it, sign it and mail it in with a check or money order.
- Call Toll Free: - 800-233-4340 - Please have your credit
card information ready.
- Day-of Registration - Stop by and sign the release waiver
and enjoy the festivities. Limited number of t-shirts and meals will
be available day-of — first come, first serve.
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Nature Treks - Has Volae recumbents for rent. Located in Stevens Point, WI. Call them at
715-254-0247 or visit them at their website.
Nature Treks Website
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Due to the typical high volume of summer activities and events in
August, we suggest you make lodging reservations as early as possible.
Motels
Stevens Point - Plover
- Comfort Inn Plover
(715) 342-0400 - 1560 American Drive, Plover, WI. 4 miles from Hostel Shoppe. -
Complimentary Breakfast Buffet, Complimentary Cocktail, Free High Speed Internet Access, Indoor Swimming Pool & Whirlpool, Complimentary Local Phone Calls,
Exercise Room, Complimentary Use of Business Center, Guest Laundry & Same Day Valet Services, Sundry Shop.
Comfort Inn Website
- Country Inn & Suites
(715) 345-7000 - 301 N. Division Street, Stevens Point. 7 miles from Hostel Shoppe.
- Econo Lodge Inn & Suites
(715) 341-5110 - 5110 Main St, Stevens Point - I-39 and Hwy 10 intersection, 3 miles from Hostel Shoppe.
Econo Lodge Inn Website
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott
(715) 342-9300 - Stevens Point - Hwy 10 East near I-39/10 intersection, 2.5 miles from Hostel Shoppe.
Request "Recumbent Rally 2012" group block. Rooms offer ample space for those wishing to bring their
bikes into the rooms. Deluxe Continental Breakfast, Pool, Spa, 24 Hour Fitness Center, Free High Speed Wireless Internet, Business Center
with computer and printer.
Fairfield Inn Website
- Hampton Inn Plover
(715) 342-9300 - 3090 Village Park Drive, Plover. 4 miles from Hostel Shoppe.
Adjacent to I-39, exit 153, next to Menards. - Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet, Free High Speed Internet Access,
Indoor Swimming Pool & Whirlpool, Complimentary Local Phone Calls, Exercise Room, Complimentary Use of Business Center, Guest Laundry & Same Day Valet Services.
Hampton Inn Website
- Holiday Inn
(715) 344-0200 - 1001 Amber Ave. - Stevens Point -
Off Hwy 10, 2 miles from Hostel Shoppe.
Holiday Inn Website
- Holiday Inn Express
(715) 344-0000 - 1100 Amber Ave. - Stevens Point -
Off Hwy 10, 2 miles from Hostel Shoppe.
Holiday Inn Express Website
- La Quinta
(715) 344-1900 - 4917 Main St, Stevens Point - I-39 and Hwy 10 intersection, 3 miles from Hostel Shoppe.
La Quinta Stevens Point Website
Waupaca
- Best Western Grand Seasons Hotel
(715) 258-9212 - 110 Grand Seasons Drive, Waupaca, WI. 26 miles from Stevens Point.
Best Western Waupaca Website
- Comfort Suites at Foxfire
(715) 942-0500 - 199 Foxfire Drive, Waupaca, WI. 26 miles from Stevens Point.
Comfort Suites Website
Bed & Breakfast
- Amherst Inn Bed & Breakfast
(888) 211-3555 - 303 South Main Street, Amherst, WI. 15 miles from Hostel Shoppe.
Amherst Inn Website
- Apple Tree Lane Bed & Breakfast
(715) 258-3107 - E3192 Apple Tree Lane, Waupaca, WI. 28 miles from Hostel Shoppe.
Apple Tree Website
- Artha Sustainable Living Center - Bed & Breakfast
(715) 824-3463 - 9784 County Road K, Amherst, WI. 20 miles from Hostel Shoppe.
Artha Website
- Dreams of Yesteryear Bed & Breakfast
(715) 341-4525 - Located on Brawley St. - Stevens Point
Dreams of Yesteryear Website
- Victorian Swan Bed & Breakfast
(715) 345-0595 - 1716 Water Street, Stevens Point
Victorian Swan Website
Camping
- Portage County Parks - Reservations @ www.co.portage.wi.us or by mail. Reservations can
be made 11 months in advance.
- Collins Park
20 miles NE of Stevens Point
- DuBay Park
15 miles NW of Stevens Point
- Jordan Park
6 miles N of Stevens Point
- Lake Emily Park
12 miles SE of Stevens Point
- Wisconsin State Park - (715) 258-2372
- Hartman Creek State Park
23 miles SE of Stevens Point
Other Resources
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