The 2009 Street Vibration Motorcycle celebration brought both revenue and noise into Reno, but this years conclusion was chalked up as a “peaceful event”.

The final tally showed 72 arrests with alcohol being a factor in most of the offenses, officials said Monday. I suppose considering there were nearly 25,000 bikes in attendance, that arrest figure isn’t bad, although to see less, would be ideal. I, a rider, do not understand combining alcohol and riding, but many of the events terminate at bars or include bar visits. Virginia City, whose dangerous grade can be lethal is often cited for alcohol abuse, however it is not limited to the historic town. If destination consumption were observed, the highways in and out of the Reno area would be much safer for everyone traveling on them.

Police stats:
68 adults and four juveniles arrested, 50 non-traffic citations issued, 77 traffic citations issued and 23 people taken into protective custody for intoxication, actions.
Six motorcycles and 10 saddlebags were reported stolen.