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Revving Up Sturgis: Rod Woodruff on Steering the World Famous Motorcycle Rally | One Gang Ep. 59


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In This Episode: Woody discusses the origins of the Sturgis Rally, the logistical challenges of hosting hundreds of thousands of visitors, and the incredible community that has grown around this annual event. Learn about the economic, social, and cultural impacts of the rally and what it takes to keep such a legendary gathering going strong year after year.

About Our Guest: Rod 'Woody' Woodruff has been instrumental in transforming the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally from a local gathering into a global phenomenon, drawing riders and enthusiasts from around the world to celebrate the spirit of motorcycling.

Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to One Gang Worldwide Podcast
02:30 Woody's Early Life and Childhood
07:37 First Encounters with Motorcycles
11:22 From Accounting to Law
16:32 The Birth of the Sturgis Rally
18:58 Building the Buffalo Chip
36:17 Memorable Performances and Artists
41:10 Relationship with Sturgis Town
41:47 The Evolution of Biker Culture
42:25 Building a Community of Freedom
43:51 Collaborating with the City and State
44:54 Maintaining the Culture Amid Growth
54:44 The Importance of Charity and Giving Back
56:54 From Lawyer to Global Event Leader
59:19 The Role of Motorcycles in Community Building
01:00:36 Special Olympics and Community Impact
01:07:12 Daily Life During the Rally
01:15:12 Exciting New Additions to the Show
01:18:26 Employee Dynamics and DIY Spirit
01:19:02 Building and Development Stories
01:20:38 Honors and Community Impact
01:22:51 Managing the Campground
01:25:27 Memorable Characters and Stories
01:28:49 Behind the Scenes at the Rally
01:37:07 Speed Round Fun

Connect with Woody & Sturgis:
Website: https://buffalochip.com
All Kids Bike: https://allkidsbike.org/
More about Woody: https://allkidsbike.org/ambassador/rod-woodruff/
Woody's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RodWoodruff5/
Woody's IG: https://www.instagram.com/rod.woodruff/
Woody's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rod-woodruff-94a11610

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