Arkansas Byway Boogie

Back for the 14th time!

2008 Arkansas Byway Boogie - A Weekend In Paris (Arkansas) October 10-12, 2008

For this years Boogie we've returned to gay Paris to be right in the middle of Arkansas' best riding. No matter which direction you head out of Paris you'll find enough squiggly, curvy mountain roads to satisfy any corner carver's addiction.

Where is Paris, AR? Check it out on Google Maps of Paris, AR

South takes you up Mount Magazine, the state's highest point, north points you up the Pig Trail, Ozark Highlands Trail and Arkansas' Highway 123 that makes The Dragon look more like the Gecko. And of course north and south will take you down the Scenic Seven National Scenic Byway.

Head east and you can climb to the top of Mt. Nebo through a series of hairy switchbacks that take you to a breathtaking view of the Arkansas River Valley. West, well OK there's not a whole lot of good riding to the west but with all the rest of the area's great roads who cares?

Offbeat destinations await too. Arkansas' oldest continually operating General Store, the 130 year-old Oark General Store lies at the end of Ark 103, a treat unto itself. Surrounding Paris are four of Arkansas' best wineries including the 140 year old Weiderkehr Family Winery and Brats Keller.

For dual sporters the Ozark National Forest boundary and plenty of dirt roads is just outside of gay Paris.

Unlike big towns that wouldn't even notice we're there little Paris will throw the red carpet out for us especially since it's the home of Hannigan Motorcycle Fairings.

But every silver lining has its cloud, or something like that. There are only two small hotels in Paris so book early and double check your reservations. There are several options for campers too.

Mario Caruso www.ArkansasRider.com

How do I register?

Pre-registration forms will be available on this website. Payment is, as always, by check.

Registration gets you entrance to the event, Friday night wiener roast and Saturday banquet.

Where is this?

Arkansas, of course!