Mountain Ride WV

Event date: 
Fri, 07/26/2024 - 7:30am to Sun, 07/28/2024 - 3:30pm

 

  

 Mountain Ride West Virgina

Ride Description:  The “Mount State” state has is all! West Virginia is a paradise for motorcycle enthusiasts, offering winding roads, scenic vistas, and a sense of freedom on two wheels. Our chapter ride will treat you to some of the best motorcycle roads in the Mountain State.

Day 1:  Our adventure starts with a leisurely ride through southern Ohio to Parkersburg WV where riders will get a taste of the Appalachian foot hills on the way to our overnight in Elkins WV.

      Lodging:   Elkins Holiday Inn 50 Martin St, Elkins, WV 26241 -$125 plus 13% tax for two queen beds and breakfast.   Contact hotel at 304-630-2266 to book rooms. Tell them you’re with the “Powder Keg HOG” Group.   20 rooms, two queen beds, have been blocked until July 12.  Rooms can be cancelled up to 24 hours prior.  

Day 2: Gets off to a fast start! We’ll be taking US 219, WV’s fourth top rated motorcycle road south to Wytheville, then we’ll be heading up to Beckley, WV for day 2 overnight. 

      Lodging: Quality Inn 1924 Harper Rd, Beckly WV 25801 - $129 plus 13% tax.  Contact hotel at 304-816-4090 to books rooms.  Tell them you’re with the “Powder Keg HOG” Group choose option 2 for the FRONT DESK .  15 two double beds, 5 king beds, have been blocked until Jun 29.  Rooms can be cancelled up to 48 hours prior.

Day 3:  We’ll be taking the Midland Trail over the Appalachian Mountain as we work out way back to PK.

This is a CLOSED chapter event - members are allowed to bring one guest.

Please arrive with tanks full, people empty.

Road Conditions:  The ride is mostly country roads and US highways, with some interstate. As will most country roads, there are portions that are gentle curves.

Costs:  Hotels and meals, possible tolls. 


Miles:    Day 1- 316; Day 2-286; Day 3-273

Break /Stops:   Gas/comfort stops are planned every 1 to 1.5 hours.

Staging:   7:30 am NEW LOCATION!! BP Gas Station, 777 Mason Morrow Millgrove Rd, South Lebanon, OH 45036

Kickstands Up: 8:00 am

Return Time:  Approx. 3-3:30 PM

Road Captains:

Lead: Frank Fuller, Sweep: Mark Putnam

E-mail addresses: [email protected]

Event location:
50 Martin Street
Elkins WV 26241

Closed Event: Chapter activities are conducted primarily for the benefit of H.O.G. Chapter members. Closed Events are those events open to Chapter members and one guest per member.  All guests must sign an event release. Be aware, all rides and events are subject to change or cancellation due to weather or other circumstances beyond our control.

Event Coordinator: 
Frank Fuller
Road Captain