{"id":32357,"date":"2023-08-11T22:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-12T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dh.durangoherald.com\/tj\/four-corners-motorcycle-rally-celebrates-30-years\/"},"modified":"2026-03-31T01:56:43","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T07:56:43","slug":"four-corners-motorcycle-rally-celebrates-30-years","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dh.durangoherald.com\/tj\/four-corners-motorcycle-rally-celebrates-30-years\/","title":{"rendered":"Four Corners Motorcycle Rally celebrates 30 years"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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The Four Corners Motorcycle rally will take place Aug. 31 to Sept. 4 in Durango and Ignacio. (Jerry McBride\/Durango Herald)<\/span>du1-i-syn<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>

An adrenaline-packed Labor Day weekend awaits as the Four Corners Motorcycle Rally revs into action.<\/p>\n

With a lineup of over 30 thrilling events, the celebration is set to draw motorcycle enthusiasts from all corners of the map, including Arizona, Utah, New Mexico, Texas and California.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s our 30th anniversary this year, so it\u2019s a big deal,\u201d said Trevor Bird, event organizer and Durango Harley-Davidson dealership owner. \u201cWe\u2019ll probably have the largest attendance we\u2019ve ever had before.\u201d<\/p>\n

The two-wheeled experience kicks off Aug. 31 and goes to Sept. 4.<\/p>\n

The rally began in 1993 on the Southern Ute Reservation in Ignacio, uniting people from diverse walks of life to revel in the spirit and camaraderie of the biking community.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s really important to honor that legacy and continue to keep the tribe involved,\u201d Bird said.<\/p>\n

In past years, Ignacio\u2019s Sky Ute Fairgrounds has accommodated hundreds of tent-camping spots for rally attendees. This year, however, the La Plata County Fairgrounds will take over the role.<\/p>\n

The fairgrounds baseball fields will provide just over 600 people with tent campsites over Labor Day weekend. Bird said this will allow people to be in one central location and easily partake in events at the fairgrounds event center.<\/p>\n

\u201cOne of our most popular attractions is the Ives Brothers wall of death,\u201d Bird said.<\/p>\n

The wall of death lives up to its name.<\/p>\n

Imagine a colossal wooden cylinder, like a giant drum turned on its head. Now, throw in some fearless motorcyclists who hit the gas and zoom up the sides, defying gravity as they whirl around the inner walls.<\/p>\n

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High Lee Dangerous rides his motorcycle at about 35 miles mph around the Ives Brothers Wall of Death during last years Four Corners Motorcycle Rally. (Jerry McBride\/Durango Herald)<\/span>Jerry McBride<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>

This won\u2019t be the only hot commodity for the weekend. Other events include flat track races, brawl stunt competitions, demo rides, the Iron Goddess women\u2019s motorcycle show and a Biltwell bike show.<\/p>\n

A full event schedule can be found at fourcornersmotorcyclerally.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Bird has been the Four Corners Motorcycle Rally event organizer since 2017. He said one of his main goals is to honor moto culture, born out of a passion for motorcycles. While the event may be perceived as people \u201cdrinking beer and hanging out at the campground,\u201d he said it has shifted to be an inclusive celebration.<\/p>\n

\u201cAll of our activities are open to everyone and are just a fun family gathering for people that are maybe interested in riding or even people that have no experience,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

The rally will also offer a ride on the iconic Million Dollar Highway that runs from Silverton to Ouray.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe have some of the best riding in North America right in our backyard,\u201d he said. \u201cWe want to inspire people to come out and experience the beautiful scenery that Durango and the Four Corners has to offer.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Southern Ute Indian Tribe will host a \u201cMissing, Murdered & Indigenous Relatives Ride\u201d\u2019 where motorcyclists will ride to the Ute Culture Center and listen to speeches and tribal performances.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe missing, murdered and indigenous relatives is an area that doesn\u2019t get enough attention,\u201d Bird said. \u201cWe want to shed light on and honor the challenges that tribes face.\u201d<\/p>\n

Because of the high traffic of motorcyclists and people in town over Labor Day weekend, the Durango Police Department will increase the number of officers on roads.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur top priority is public safety,\u201d said Deck Shaline, Durango police commander. \u201cWe will have DUI enforcement out and anticipate there will be impacts on traffic.\u201d<\/p>\n

Shaline said they have held meetings and collaborated with event organizers to ensure safety for the event and accommodate the community.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhile the rally is about having fun and riding, the safety of our community and the safety of the people attending is our top priority,\u201d Bird said.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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