• Friday October 16th & Saturday October 17th, 2026

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  • The Route

    The 2026 River Run will start in Newberry Springs and follow a 200 Checker mile route to Pirate Cove Resort & Marina in Needles. 

    After our inaugural 2025 River Run, we have gone out of our way to ensure that our this is guaranteed to be the repeat performance you all deserve. 

     

  • The Start

    This year's staging area will be located in Newberry Springs. This bitchin venue is a motorcyclist's oasis tucked away in the Desert with easy access to some of the most untouched desert available. We're going to hit the good stuff right off the start!

     

  • The Finish

    After 200 Checker Miles, you will be greeted with an ice-cold beer at the most incredible waterfront resort on the Colorado river.

     

     

    The Band!

    This years band will be the same kick ass band that rocked out at our Check Chase earlier this year. We are excited to have them this year to keep the party going well after the sun goes down!

     

  • What's Included?

    Each participant will receive the below with every entry as a thank you from the Checkers Motorcycle Club!

     

    • Roughout Ranch Breakfast
    • Dinner at Pirate Cove Resort & Marina (Navigation Class will include dinner Fri. & Sat.)
    • (1) Event T Shirt
    • (1) Participant Rider Bib
    • (1) Finisher Plaque 
    • Copy of Route Map
    • Raffle tickets for sponsor donated items (additional available at registration)
    • Live Band - Twenty Dollar Prophets
    • River Run After Party
       
       
  • Entry Options

     - Dual Sport - GPS Navigation - (1) day, 200 Checker Miles

     

     - River Run Rally - Roadbook Navigation - (2) days, 300 Checker Miles

     

     - River Run Rally (1) day option - Roadbook Navigation -

       1 Day, 200 Checker Miles

  • Dual Sport Class

    The Dual Sport Route will be a single day of riding, SAT. 10/17 only. There will be (2) routes associated with the dual sport class, Normal Route and Hard route.

     

    We recommend the Hard route for advanced riders only. This route is designed to test the riders who truly want to experience how challenging the original River Run route was.

     

    See videos below to decide for yourself.

     

    There will be (3) Gas Stations along the route for riders to utilize as needed. There is no more than 60 Miles between gas stations.

     

    Mileage Chart:

     

     

    Dual sport route will utilize a GPS file only, No roll charts and course is not physically marked. Riders are responsible for their own navigation skills to complete this self guided tour of our historic River Run route.
     

  • Navigation Class

    The navigation class is going to be a two day, 300 mile route. We are adding 100 miles for this class after quite a few requests at our 2025 event.

    Friday’s route will start from Roughout Ranch in Newberry Springs and have one gas stop half way though the 100 mile loop, ending back at Roughout Ranch.

     

    Friday will include breakfast as well as a Taco dinner catered by Delgado Tacos for the Two day Nav riders.

    Breakfast Saturay morning will be included for all Nav riders as well.

     

     

     

    Riders can choose a one day option if the two day rally is too much to handle. Read the options at the bottom of the page to select the right one for you!

     

    Mileage Chart:
     

      


     

  • 2026 Finisher Plaques

     Do you have what it takes to finish the River Run!?

     

     

  • Date of Birth*
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  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Participant Disclaimer

    You have voluntarily entered an AMA sanctioned road and trail riding event (tour). An AMA sanction indicated that this event is listed in the Associations calendar and that the AMA road riding rules may be used as a guideline. It does not indicate that facilities and/or the course have been inspected or approved by the Association, nor does it indicate that the officials have been trained or accredited by the Association, nor does it indicate that your safety has been warranted by any AMA authority or by the promoter.

    I understand that I am purchasing a self-guided tour and that no services of any kind are included with this purchase. I further understand that I must obey all federal OHV regulations and have a spark arrestor. I also understand that this tour will use highways and that my vehicle must be street-licensed, meet all vehicle code requirements, and comply with state liability requirements.

    To some extent, all motor vehicles are inherently dangerous. You should take part in this event based on your own assessment of your abilities. Routes may traverse public roads, and 3highways and the promoter is not responsible for their condition or the actions of other individuals using public roads and highways.

    Regardless of state laws, the AMA urges you to wear a helmet and other appropriate safety apparel. The Association also urges you to receive professional instruction before operating a motorcycle. The promoter does not provide medical insurance. We urge you not to operate a motorcycle without medical coverage.

    If you have any doubts about your personal ability to participate in this event, if you have not adequately prepared yourself and your equipment, if you question the condition and safety of local public highways, or if you believe your personal insurance coverage's are not adequate to compensate you for any loss that may occur, we urge you to notify the promoter who will immediately refund your entry fee. I have read and understand the above statement.

     

  • First Responder?

     If you are an active first responder or military service member, Send us an email and we will dial you in with a 50% off entry.

    We thank you for your service! 

     

    TH.Checker@gmail.com

  • Select Entry Options Below:

     Pre-entry closes on 9/15/26.

    Once Pre Entries are closed, Prices increase $30 and event shirts / bibs cannot be guaranteed. Refunds are subject to approval and not guaranteed.

  • Select from the options below:*

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    Dual Sport Class Entry. GPS Navigation Only
    Dual Sport Class Entry

    GPS Navigation Only 

    $220.00$220.00
      
    Navigation Class Entry (Single Day). Roadbook Navigation Only - Single day option
    Navigation Class Entry (Single Day)

    Roadbook Navigation Only - Single day option 

    $240.00$240.00
      
    Navigation class Entry (Two Day). Roadbook Navigation Only - 2 Day Option
    Navigation class Entry (Two Day)

    Roadbook Navigation Only - 2 Day Option

    $300.00$300.00
      
    Extra Event Shirt. Complete shirt sizes below
    Extra Event Shirt

    Complete shirt sizes below

    $20.00$20.00
      
    Extra Meal. Saturday Breakfast and Dinner Included
    Extra Meal

    Saturday Breakfast and Dinner Included

    $30.00$30.00
      
    River Run Hat. After many requests last year... River Run Hats are available!
    River Run Hat

    After many requests last year... River Run Hats are available!

    $20.00$20.00
      
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    $0.00$0.00
  • Event Shirts

     Black and White options available

     

  • Rows
  • Registration:

     *We will email out registration and riders instructions* **Monday 10/12**

     

     - Friday October 16th, 2026

                   6:00AM – 8:00AM (Nav Only)

                   6:00PM - 8:00 PM (Dual Sport Only)

     - Saturday October 17th, 2026

                   5:00AM - 9:00AM (Dual Sport Only)

     

    Route GPS File / Roadbook will be distributed at registration after verification of entry is completed. If a paper roadbook is required for Navigation class riders, please use the contact information on the flyer for assistance.

     

    **Bring your GPS computer cables to sign ups for file download** 

    *Riders are responsible to make sure the file is downloaded at registration*

    *Files will be available in .GPX, .KMZ, .KML for dual sport class*

     

  • Lodging

    **RIDERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN RESERVATIONS**

     

    Newberry Springs, CA

    Travelodge by Wyndham Yermo – 1 760-501-7871

    Ramada by Wyndham Barstow – 1 760-256-5673

    Best Western Desert Villa Inn – 1 760-256-1781

     

    Needles, CA

    Pirate Cove Resort & Marina - 1 760-326-9000

    Topock66 Colorado River - 1 928-768-2166

    Days Inn & Suites - 1 760-903-4057

    Motel 6 Needles - 1 760-904-0657

     

  • History of the River Run

    1970 through 1986
  • If you need any assistance, contact us here:

    TH.Checker@gmail.com

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