2010 Midwest Recumbent Rally will be held August 6-8th! All Events on Friday & Saturday will be held @ the Hostel Shoppe! Stevens Point, Wisconsin 17th Annual Midwest Recumbent Rally Events, prices, dates and times are subject to change. Last updated 7-21-10. 2010 event information will be highlighted in GREEN when it becomes available.

August 6th, 2010: 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 - It’s 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! This ice cream social will include several types of ice cream and TONS of toppings!! Homemade hot fudge, homemade caramel, bananas, nuts, berries, all sorts of candies, sprinkles—and of course, whipped cream and cherries. Build your own sundae, relax and enjoy some time with your friends on the sunny patio or in the cool bistro. $5 (pay @ Bistro 212) ADVENTURE 212 - Specials for Rally Participants. FACILITY • Shower usage for $4/day • Special Guest Pass rate to use gym, hot tub, sauna, pool, fitness classes for $10/day MASSAGE • 20% off any massage service • call to reserve a spot • 715-343-0212 • Swedish Massage/Deep Tissue 30 min. - $35/$40 • 60 min. - $60/$75 • 90 min. - $85/$95 • Thai Massage 60 min. - $65 August 7th, 2010 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. BISTRO 212 Breakfast Buffet - 6:00 am to 9:00 am - Start your day off right with a hearty breakfast from the bistro. Buffet will include all your favorites: Scrambled eggs with Roasted Vegetables, Cinnamon Sugar French toast (on house made bread), Steel Cut Oatmeal, Bacon and Sausage, Yogurt, Granola, Fresh Sliced Fruit and fresh pastries of the day. Pre-registration is required. $9 (pay @ Bistro 212) 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 MENU • Lunch will include Bistro 212 favorites: special deli sandwiches made on organic, local bread with house roasted meats and local cheeses, and handmade sauces. We'll have Turkey on Multigrain with cranberry sauce and cream cheese; House Roasted Beef with horseradish mayo and local cheddar, and a Vegetarian's Dream Wrap featuring artichoke hearts, tomatoes, fresh spinach and basil, and fresh mozzarella cheese. Included with the sandwiches are a cold Italian pasta salad, fresh fruit salad with seasonal ripe fruit, and platters of our fresh sweets and granola bars. To drink, we will have lemonade, iced tea and water. ADVENTURE 212 - Specials for Rally Participants. FACILITY • Shower usage for $4/day • Special Guest Pass rate to use gym, hot tub, sauna, pool, fitness classes for $10/day MASSAGE • 20% off any massage service • call to reserve a spot • 715-343-0212 • Swedish Massage/Deep Tissue 30 min. - $35/$40 • 60 min. - $60/$75 • 90 min. - $85/$95 • Thai Massage 60 min. - $65 2010 SEMINARS: 2:30-3:15 - Ben Rotheray - ICE 3:30-4:15 - Ian Sims - Greenspeed 4:30-5:15 - Bryan Ball - 'BentRider Online 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 24th. Only limited amounts will be available on a first come, first serve basis - and all registrations received after July 24th will pay the higher price. August 8th, 2010: Morning Star Coffee & Bistro Breakfast Buffet - 7:00 am - Buffet will includes: Stuffed French toast, Apple Pancakes, Biscuits & Gravy, Eggs, Eggs & Veggie Scramble, Ham & Sausage, Hash Brown Casserole. $6.95 (pay @ Morning Star) 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 MENU • Roast Turkey • Veggie Lasagna • Parsley Butter Potatoes • Mediterranean Blend Veggies (Assorted Roasted Vegetables) • Garden Pasta Salad • Fruit Salad • White & Wheat Buttered Rolls • Assorted Dessert Bars • Country Time Lemonade and Raspberry Iced Tea Super Tour Riders are encouraged to pre-register by July 24th to ensure adequate meals are prepared. Those registering after July 24th will pay higher rates and availability is not guaranteed. 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 Here's a list of nearby establishments to satisfy those post-ride munchies. Bistro 212 Located next door at Adventure 212. (715) 343-0212 Bistro 212 Website Hilltop Pub & Grill Located on Hwy 10 at I39. (715) 341-3037 Hilltop Website Rudy's Restaurant Located in the Holiday Inn Hotel - Stevens Point. (715) 344-9808 Rudy's Restaurant Website Applebee's Restaurant Located on Hwy 10 north of the Hostel Shoppe - Stevens Point. (715) 345-0186 Applebee's Website Grazies Italian Grill "Fresh from Scratch" Italian food. Located on Hwy 10 in Stevens Point. 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 Hudson's Bar and Grill Classic American favorites presented in a retro 50's diner atmosphere. Located on the right upon entering the Crossroad Commons across HH from the Business Park. 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. 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. Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery (715) 343-7901 - Located inside the Ramada at Exit 161 off I-39. A non-traditional Irish, Scottish Sports Pub with servers in costume, 31 HD Sports TV's. 24 beers on tap, a diverse menu and an atmosphere you won’t find anywhere else! Tilted Kilt Website Subway Fresh and quick sub sandwiches, salads, wraps, and more. Located in Stevens Point on CTY R across from the Hostel Shoppe. McDonald's Located near Best Buy in the Crossroad Commonds across from the Business Park. 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. Central Waters Brewing Company Located in Amherst, WI. Open Fridays 4-9 pm & Saturdays 3-9 pm. (715) 824-2739 Central Waters Website 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.

2010 Exhibitors & Presenters: 'BentRider Online Bryan Ball - Managing Editor, 'BentRider Online Larry Varney - Co-Editor, 'BentRider Online  'BentRider Online Website Greenspeed    Ian Sims - Founder & CEO of Greenspeed    Deanna Campbell - Greenspeed, U.S. Marketing    Jerome Hediger - U.S. Distributor for Greenspeed  Greenspeed Website Hase Jerome Hediger - U.S. Distributor for Hase  Hase Website ICE Ben Rotheray - Marketing, ICE (Inspired Cycle Engineering)  ICE Website TerraTrike Ben Williams - Sales, TerraTrike Jeff Yonker - Marketing Manager, TerraTrike  TerraTrike Website ATOC Bike Racks Charlie Buchalter - Founder & Owner, ATOC, Inc.  ATOC Website Recumbent Journal & BentCast Travis Prebble - Recumbent Journal  Recumbent Journal Website If you are a recumbent industry professional, and are interested in presenting or exhibiting at the 2010 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! All Rally participants will be charged a $15 fee for 2010. These costs include test rides, tents, tables, 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 24th for discounted rates. Online Registration Form - print it, sign it and mail it in with a check or money order. 2010 registration form is available! 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. Directions to the Hostel Shoppe Directions to Jensen Center, Amherst WI from HS Due to the typical high volume of summer activities and events in August, we suggest you make lodging reservations as early as possible. Motels 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 Fairfield Inn by Marriott (715) 342-9300 - Stevens Point - Hwy 10 East near I-39/10 intersection, 2.5 miles from Hostel Shoppe. Ask for the Hostel Shoppe Recumbent Rally - $75 plus tax for a double queen room thru July 15, 2010 (limited rooms). 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. - Ask for the Hostel Shoppe Recumbent Rally - $84 Standard Room - 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 Comfort Inn Plover (715) 342-0400 - 1560 American Drive, Plover, WI. 4 miles from Hostel Shoppe. - Ask for the Hostel Shoppe Recumbent Rally - $69 Standard Room - 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 Ramada Stevens Point (800) 998-2311 - 1501 North Point Drive - Stevens Point. 7 miles from Hostel Shoppe. Exit 161 off I-39. Call and ask for Recumbent Rally Rate of $75 – Standard Room. Complimentary Hot Continental Breakfast. Complimentary 1st Beer or Soda, Free High Speed Internet, Indoor Pool, 35 Person Jacuzzi, Business Center, Guest Laundry, inside and outside access guest rooms for bike storage.. Ramada Stevens Point Website Royale Inn (715) 341-5110 - Stevens Point - I-39 and Hwy 10 intersection, 3 miles from Hostel Shoppe. La Quinta (715) 344-1900 - Stevens Point - I-39 and Hwy 10 intersection, 3 miles from Hostel Shoppe. La Quinta Stevens Point Website Dreams of Yesteryear Bed & Breakfast (715) 341-4525 - Located on Brawley St. - Stevens Point Dreams of Yesteryear Website The Inn on Main Street Bed & Breakfast (715) 343-0373 - Located on 2141 Main St. - Stevens Point Inn on Main Website Artha Sustainable Living Center - Bed & Breakfast (715) 824-3463 - Located in Amherst, WI. 20 miles from Hostel Shoppe. Artha Website Amherst Inn Bed & Breakfast (888) 211-3555 - Located in Amherst, WI. 15 miles from Hostel Shoppe. Amherst Inn Website Apple Tree Lane Bed & Breakfast (715) 258-3107 - Located in Waupaca, WI. 28 miles from Hostel Shoppe. Apple Tree Website Best Western Grand Seasons Hotel (715) 258-9212 - Waupaca, WI. 11 miles from Amherst. 26 miles from Stevens Point. Best Western Waupaca Website Comfort Suites at Foxfire (715) 942-0500 - Waupaca, WI. 11 miles from Amherst. 26 miles from Stevens Point. Comfort Suites Website Tomorrow River Motel (715) 824-3113 - Amherst, WI. 15 miles from Stevens Point. Tomorrow River Motel Website Village Inn Motel (715) 258-8526 - Waupaca, WI. 11 miles from Amherst. 26 miles from Stevens Point. Village Inn Website Country Inn & Suites (715) 345-7000 - Business 51 North. 7 miles from Hostel Shoppe. Victorian Swan Bed & Breakfast (715) 345-0595 - Located on Water St. Victorian Swan Website Walker House Bed & Breakfast (715) 249-3100 - Located in Hancock, WI. Walker House 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 Wisconsin Dept. of Tourism Website Stevens Point Convention & Visitors Bureau Website Thanks to all who shared pictures and stories! Recumbent Rally 2009 - by Mark Cole Recumbent Rally 2009 - by Todd Grant Recumbent Rally Photo Gallery 2003-2008 David Lawson's 2006 Experience

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