Mark your calendars NOW for the 15th Annual Midwest Recumbent Rally Events, prices, dates and times are subject to change. Last updated 7-24-08

August 8th, 2008: STORE HOURS - 10:00 am to 7:00 pm (Pick up your registration packet on Friday at the Hostel Shoppe.) ICE CREAM RIDE - Hostel Shoppe, Stevens Point, WI - Friday afternoon (No mass start) - 15 miles - It’s a great way to get the weekend rolling. Pick up your registration packet and head out on the marked route through the beautiful Wisconsin landscape. Cool off after the ride by visiting Cafe Veranda across from the Hostel Shoppe for a delicious ice cream treat. No Sag vehicles on this ride. If you need assistance during the ride, call the Hostel Shoppe at 715-341-2453. August 9th, 2008 CHANGE FOR SATURDAY: Due to construction in the Business Park, all Saturday events will be held at the Jensen Center in Amherst. The quiet community of Amherst is 14 miles east of Stevens Point and is familiar to previous Rally participants. Test rides will be held in the nearby high school parking lot, which will completely separate the test ride track from traffic. Also, this setting will provide a variety of different and even more lightly traveled routes for the Saturday tours. STORE HOURS - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Rally participants will have time to visit the Hostel Shoppe after the Rally test rides close down at 3:00 pm on Saturday. REGISTRATION & CHECK IN - 8:00 am at the Jensen Center, Amherst, WI. Coffee & Baked Goods for purchase: 8:00 - 11:30 am. MORNING TOUR - 9:00 am - 15, 30 & 60 miles - Enjoy various routes with tour leaders and sag wagons on each route. Marked routes will be northeast of Amherst on very lightly traveled roads. The 9:00 am start will allow the more energetic riders, staying in Stevens Point, time to ride the 14 miles to the Rally. Route maps will be provided for participants that want to ride from the Hostel Shoppe to the Rally on Saturday. TEST RIDES - 9:30 am to 12:00 pm and 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm - 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 - At the Jensen Center. 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: Ambrosia Pub & Grill - 12:00 to 2:00 pm at the Jensen Center. $12.00 in advance, $13.00 day of rally. Roast Beef or Veggie Lasagna Parsley Butter Potatoes Mediterranean Blend Vegetables (Assorted Roasted Vegetables) Garden Pasta Salad Fruit Salad Assorted Desert Bars Lemonade & Ice Water 2008 SEMINARS - 2:00 - 2:30 Kim O'Flaherty - Program Manager, University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, Adventure Tours 2:30 - 3:00 Kathy & Eric Schramm - Two Bicycles and a Map/Bike Wisconsin. 3:00 - 3:30 Lucinda Chandler - CEO and Founder, Trike Panther Travel Adventures. AFTERNOON SELF-GUIDED TOUR - Grab a map and go exploring southeast of Amherst on lightly-traveled back roads. Maps will be provided at registration. Those wishing to eat lunch or order a t-shirt are encouraged to pre-register by July 26th. Only limited amounts will be available on a first come, first serve basis - and all registrations received after July 26th will pay the higher price. August 10th, 2008: THE "SUPER TOUR" - 8:00 am to 3:00 pm - Wrap up the Rally with a scenic recumbent tour on beautiful, lightly traveled, well-paved back roads around Amherst, WI. Meet at 8:00 am at Standing Rocks County Park, and be ready to ride. A route of three different lengths 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 Pub & Grill - served from 11:30 to 1:30 pm. $12.00 in advance, $13.00 day of rally. Ham or Roast Turkey Scalloped Potatoes (plain) California Blend Vegetables (Broccoli, Cauliflower, Carrots) Three Bean Salad Fruit Salad Assorted Desert Bars Lemonade & Ice Water Super Tour Riders are encouraged to pre-register by July 26th to ensure adequate meals are prepared. Those registering after July 26th 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. View our area map for dining locations. Central Waters Brewing Company Located in Amherst, WI. Open Fridays 4-9 pm & Saturdays 3-9 pm. (715) 824-2739 Central Waters Website Amherst Cafe & Travel Located on 122 S. Main St. in Amherst, WI. (715) 824-3112 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. Cafe Veranda A unique menu of organic and traditional dinners, as well as fair-trade coffees. Located in the Portage County Business Park across from the Hostel Shoppe. John Joanis Drive, Stevens Point. 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 A new local favorite 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 and will be sure to tame your hunger. Located near Best Buy in the Crossroad Commons, across from the Business Park. Cousin's Subs Fresh and quick sub sandwiches, soups, and ice cream. Located on the left upon entering the Crossroad Commons across from the Business Park. Subway Fresh and quick sub sandwiches, salads, wraps, and more. Located in Amherst on Hwy 10 and Stevens Point on CTY R across from the Hostel Shoppe. McDonald's If you're in the mood for a quick burger and fries. Located near Best Buy in the Crossroad Commonds across from the Business Park. Starbucks If you're 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. Thanks to all who shared pictures and stories! NEW! Recumbent Rally Photo Gallery David Lawson's 2006 Experience 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.

2008 Exhibitors & Presenters: Kim O'Flaherty - Program Manager, University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, Adventure Tours. Past trips have included Mallorca, Italy, France, Scotland, Germany, Denmark, Belgium, and many more. http://www.uwsp.edu/hphd/bikehike/ Lucinda Chandler - CEO and Founder, Trike Panther Travel Adventures. Promotes and offers guided cycling tours on recumbent trikes! The comfortable way to do a cycling tour!. http://www.guidedcycling.com Kathy & Eric Schramm - Two Bicycles and a Map/Bike Wisconsin. Organize fun tours in beautiful places for people of all ages and abilities. http://www.bikewisconsin.com Greenspeed USA Hase Trikes USA Volae Recumbents Reverse Gear Clothing If you are a recumbent industry professional, and are interested in presenting or exhibiting at the 2008 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 2008. These costs include test rides, tents, tables, chairs, 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 26th for discounted rates. Online Registration Form - print it, sign it and mail it in with a check or money order. 2008 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. Register online through Active.com. Feel Good Music & Art Festival - Music and more festival in Amherst, WI - Portage County Fairgrounds, August 8-10. Your Midwest Recumbent Rally wristband gets you Half-Off admission to the Feel Good Music & Art Festival. Feel Good Festival Website Directions to the Hostel Shoppe Directions from Stevens Point to the Jensen Community Center in Amherst, WI Directions to Standing Rocks County Park Riding Directions to Jensen Community Center in Amherst, WI Due to the typical high volume of summer activities and events in August, we suggest you make lodging reservations as early as possible. Motels 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 Amherst, WI. 15 miles from Hostel Shoppe. Amherst Inn 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 Comfort Suites (800) 221-2222 - Located at Bus 51 and Northpoint Dr. intersection. 7 miles from Hostel Shoppe. Comfort Suites Website Fairfield Inn by Marriott (715) 342-9300 - Hwy 10 East near Hwy 51/10 intersection, 2.5 miles from Hostel Shoppe. 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. La Quinta (formerly Baymont Inn) (715) 344-1900 - Hwy 51 and Hwy 10 intersection, 3 miles from Hostel Shoppe. La Quinta Stevens Point Website Royale Inn (715) 341-5110 - Hwy 51 and Hwy 10 intersection, 3 miles from Hostel Shoppe. Country Inn & Suites (715) 345-7000 - Business 51 North. 7 miles from Hostel Shoppe. Ramada Stevens Point (formerly Country Springs) (800) 998-2311 - $72 rate - 1st floor rooms w/outside access (based on availability) 1501 North Point Drive. 7 miles from Hostel Shoppe. Ramada Stevens Point Website Holiday Inn (715) 344-0200 - off Hwy 10, 2 miles from Hostel Shoppe. Holiday Inn Express (715) 344-0000 - 1100 Amber Ave., off Hwy 10, 2 miles from Hostel Shoppe. Dreams of Yesteryear Bed & Breakfast (715) 341-4525 - Located on Brawley St. Dreams of Yesteryear Website The Inn on Main Street Bed & Breakfast (715) 343-0373 - Located on 2141 Main St. Inn on Main Website 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 - (715) 346-1433 Collins Park 12 miles N of Amherst DuBay Park 15 miles NW of Stevens Point Jordan Park 17 miles NW of Amherst Lake Emily Park 3 miles NW of Amherst Wisconsin State Park - (715) 258-2372 Hartman Creek State Park 12 miles SE of Amherst Other Resources Wisconsin Dept. of Tourism Website Stevens Point Convention & Visitors Bureau Website

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