Gear Up for Bike Week!

2009 is quickly approaching, and that means that there isn’t much time to plan for Myrtle Beach bike week. Next year, bike week will be held between May 8 and May 17. In recent months, the Myrtle Beach administration and local government have set forth some new rules that may affect you, and your motorcycle, this year. Read on for some tips that will help make 2009 Myrtle Beach bike week the best bike week ever.

Before we discuss the new developments and changes in local law, let’s discuss the importance of making early lodging reservations. Many people are dismayed to find that hotels and motels along the Myrtle Beach coastline are few and far between during bike week. The massive numbers of people that flock to the coast during bike week make for tough times getting a hotel on the spot. For this reason, if you plan to attend bike week, it’s highly recommended that you secure your accommodations prior to making the trip. In fact, booking your hotel months in advance is your best bet. It’s a good idea to contact a Myrtle Beach vacation rental organization or lodging management firm to narrow down your choices. These firms have access to a long list of rental properties, hotels, motels, and condominiums as well as their impending guest lists. Utilizing one of these firms to secure your reservations will help save you some time, as well as some effort in making phone calls.

Another pressing issue facing bike enthusiasts during bike week next year is the new helmet law. Originally this law was scheduled to take effect on December 21, 2008. However, as a result of some opposition, motorcyclists in Myrtle Beach may have a little more time to ride helmetless. Should the helmet law go into effect before bike week, violators would be issued citations and would then be required to pay a fine or appear before a judge of administrative law.

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is a wonderful vacation spot, whether you’re going for bike week or simply planning a fun family getaway, the popularity of this coastal paradise should promote the desire to make early reservations and spend some time researching the area’s local attractions, restaurants, and shopping. Stay tuned for more Myrtle Beach information and updates on the upcoming Myrtle Beach bike week, as well as other news that may impact your stay.