LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (AP) — Motorcycles are rolling through this Adirondack resort this week by the thousands — big machines with rumbling tailpipes, comfortable seats for aging backs and riders who rev up sales at local businesses.

CBS News 6 visits Americade!

Ride with Safety and Style: A Look at Motorcycle Helmets

LAKE GEORGE — With Americade underway, motorcycles of all shapes and sizes are traveling Adirondack roadways.

LAKE GEORGE -- As Americade got underway this week, hotel occupancy rates were high, bars were bustling and leather-clad cruisers were spending their money on Canada Street, giving local businesses their annual economic infusion from the motorcycle rally that brings thousands of visitors to the region.

Americade has announced that there will be 3 different Stunt Shows at Americade this year.

Lake George, NY  -  This year's Americade in Lake George will offer demo rides from more manufacturers than any other event in North America.

Lake George, NY: For the first time ever in its 30 year history, Americade’s largest tradeshow location, TourExpo Beach, will be

TouringProducts.com Announces Public Unveiling of New Personal Chase Vehicle at Americade 2012

Americade’s 2012 TourExpo May Be Largest Ever in Event’s 30 Years
2011’s Record Size May Be Surpassed In 2012

Lake George, NY:  Americade’s tradeshow, TourExpo,  grew to a record 245 vendors in 2011, and may set another record in 2012. 

All riders who preregistered prior to March 15 were entered into a drawing for a pair of Scala Rider Bluetooth bike-to-bike headsets ($350 value). These wireless Q2 Pro Multisets have an impressive range of up to 2,300 feet.