From Buffalo Chip to Downtown: 2003 Sturgis Rally in Photos

The 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally kicked off on Friday, August 1, 2025, in Sturgis, South Dakota.

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Before heading for the Hills, take a trip back 22 years and see the 63 Annual Rally in 2003. Before selfies and before TikTok, it was just bikes, bands, and big energy. Relive the Sturgis Rally like it used to be:

Flashback: Pics From Sturgis Rally 2003

5 Things South Dakota Gave the World

South Dakota may not get much respect. We get a blizzard and it's a footnote on the national scene, but if Florida gets a bit chilly it's breaking news. But, maybe it's fine to be forgotten about. We kind of like being left alone on our quiet piece of the plains.

South Dakota has given a lot to the world though. Not just giant mountain carvings and settings for HBO shows, but awesome things that the rest of the world should thank us for.

Gallery Credit: Ben Kuhns

Source: Flashback to 2003: Relive Classic Moments from the Sturgis Rally