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Featured Lodging for Bikefest 2015!

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We can hardly believe we're saying this, but Lake Bikefest 2015 is just over 6 weeks away! With all the hustle and bustle of summer starting to wind down, now is the time to think about your lodging for the best bike rally in Missouri . We have many wonderful hotels and condos available for you to get a room, but this week we're going to let you know about the featured lodging for Lake Bikefest ! Camden on the Lake All rooms at Camden on the Lake include high end finishes, quality furniture and fully furnished kitchenettes, flat screen TVs, stereo and surround sound, DVD and CD players, large bathroom with over-sized showers, lavish beds with high thread count linens, plush comforters and pillows. All grand and double suites take it up a notch with additional amenities including: private balconies overlooking the water, full sized pull out sleeper sofa and a built in fireplace, sure to enhance the ambiance of any evening. Camden on the Lake has two different dining opt...

7 Safety Tips When You're On the Road

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Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest is just around the corner! Summer has so many wonderful activities and reasons to ride you bike, but fall is where the fun is at! In Missouri alone there are over 140,936 bike owners, and that means that when you are out on the road, you are NOT alone! Between other bikers, cars, and semi-trucks, there are a lot of things you'll need to be aware of and watch out for. Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you plan trips, or just take your bike out for a joy ride. 1. Ride with people you trust This seems so obvious, but you want to trust and know the people you are riding with. You can never prepare for every situation when you're riding with others, have fun and be safe. 2. Be Seen Black and brown are not always your friend, especially when you're riding. In fact, they just aren't in general when you're riding. Bright colors help you to be seen when you're riding and that is a very important part of having a safe ride. 3...

5 Places to Take your Bike This Summer

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The weather is beckoning you to come out and ride! The warmth, sun, and open road are just a few of the reasons to get your bike out and enjoy the wind in your hair. In just two short months, hundred's of excited bikers will gather for the best bike rally in the Midwest ! While you wait for the fun to start, here are 5 really awesome places you can ride your bike and see the beautiful sights Missouri has to offer! Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park There are some beautiful routes to take when visiting Johnson's Shut In. It's an awesome State Park where you can take a dip in the water, hike around or marvel at the amazing water and rock formations. While you're there you can also go camping, swimming, fishing or take a historic tour! Taneycomo Dam The waters of Lake Taneycomo are clear and cold, providing the finest trout fishing available anywhere in the world. The Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout that populate the waters provide an exciting, year-round fishing ex...

6 Tips for Babes With Bikes

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Happy Women's Motorcycle Month! July is the month to celebrate all of the fabulous ladies who enjoy the wind in their face and the wheels under their feet. More than any other time in history, women are joining the biker crowd with record numbers! One in four motorcyclists on the road today are women. We love when our ladies join us at Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest every fall, and we're so excited that it's getting so close! Here are six tips for women and men alike to make riding your favorite way to take a trip. 1. Dress For the Ride No matter whether you shop online or in a store, make sure your gear fits great. An item that fits great in the store may not even fit the same when you're in the riding position, so make sure to take the your clothing for a "test ride". You may not be able to actually ride around in your clothes before purchasing, but you can stretch in them to get an idea how they might feel. Ill-fitting clothes can make a huge difference...

American Food for American Independence

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At least 64% of Americans will attend a cookout for July Fourth, with at least 150 million hotdogs being eaten and over 190 million pounds of red meat & pork will be purchased! July Fourth is clearly about two things, freedom and food. As a fun way to celebrate our Independence, here are some brands you can use that are MADE in the United States! Fourth of July is the most popular holiday for having a barbecue or grilling, and barbecues have been a White House tradition since Thomas Jefferson. The most popular flavors of BBQ sauce in the US are hickory, mesquite, honey and spicy-hot. Happy Fourth of July from Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest! We hope some of tips will help as you prepare for your big events this weekend with friends and family!  Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest hopes that you all have a wonderful Fourth of July Celebration with friends, family, food, and fireworks! We can't believe it's already July! Before you know it, September 17th...