Springfield BMW RoadRiders Motorcycle Club Hosts 36th Annual Missouri State BMW Rally

Springfield, MO April 16, 2008 -- 36th annual Missouri State BMW Rally brought to you by the Springfield BMW RoadRiders. The Springfield BMW Road Riders Motorcycle Club is bringing you a magnificent event again this year so be prepared for a fun-filled weekend of food, games, camping, motorcycle rides, motorcycle judging and most importantly the camaraderie with fellow BMW enthusiasts. http://www.motomo.org

The Springfield BMW RoadRiders are a member of the BMW MOA. Their charter began October 1, 1971 and they are chartered member #8. The Springfield BMW RoadRiders have sponsored the Missouri State BMW Rally for 36 years and are dedicated to promoting safe motorcycling and encouraging riders to enjoy the sport no matter what type of motorcycle one rides.

The Springfield BMW RoadRiders sponsor many charities and local events. Among them is the MOA Foundation whose goal is to provide rider training and support for motorcycle safety and awareness programs. http://www.bmwmoafoundation.org In addition, the Springfield BMW RoadRiders sponsors new riders who wish to take the Riders Course. http://www.msf-usa.org This is done through scholarships being awarded towards the cost of the course which is offered locally. http://www.otc.edu/continuinged/MotorcycleSafety.php

"The Missouri State BMW Rally held in Crane, MO is perhaps one of the best kept secrets in rallies," states Mark Rundel, Vice President of Springfield BMW RoadRiders.

Located in the city park in Crane Missouri, on State Hwy 413, just 30 miles southwest of Springfield or 35 miles northwest of Branson, MO. Beautiful shaded, creek-side camping, Ham and Beans with Cornbread on Friday night, BBQ dinner on Saturday with endless coffee and drinks. Self-guided tours and a Saturday group ride on beautiful Ozark Mountain roads. There will be Bingo and other events for those who want to enjoy the park.

All for only $25 pre-registered, $30 on site. Free Rally T-shirt to the first 75. Send registration to Randy Hone, P.O. Box 125, Turners, MO 65765. Phone 417-831-2900

"The Missouri State BMW Rally has a long tradition of repeat attendees due to the shaded park setting and being located in the midst of the Ozark Mountains, which offers so many wonderful, winding, two-lane roads", states Randy Hone, President of Springfield BMW RoadRiders.

The Springfield BMW RoadRiders have launched two new blogs to provide appropriate information to the seekers of rally fun this summer. The first blog is dedicated to the Missouri State BMW Rally, http://www.missouristatebmwrally.com and the second is specific to the activities of the Springfield BMW RoadRiders and their members. http://www.springfieldbmwroadriders.com

You can also view some photos from our recent rides and events at: http://www.flickr.com/photos/motomo

Please join us for the 36th Annual Missouri State BMW Rally!

Contact:

Randy Hone, Club President

Springfield BMW RoadRiders

417-831-2900

http://www.motomo.org

Springfield BMW RoadRiders Motorcycle Club Hosts 36th Annual Missouri State BMW Rally