Hey all, my name is Matt Tallman. I am rider #1359 from Dewitt, Iowa where I live with my amazing wife of 24 years, 3 kids and a house full of cats, dogs and motorcycles. I have had an obsession with bikes since I was a kid and bought my first motorcycle in High School when my parents went away for a long weekend. Since then, I have owned a variety of bikes and tried out many different disciplines of riding over the years but the older I get the more I find myself enjoying the challenges and sense of peace that long distance touring brings me. To pay for this obsession, I work as a corporate Spare Parts Manager for a large manufacturing company.
Why I want to ride the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge:
I first read about the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge in 2011 while deployed to Iraq with the U.S. Army. My initial reaction after finishing the magazine article was complete disbelief and amazement, followed shortly by intrigue and curiosity. I have followed the challenge since then and continue to be amazed by the riders that take on this incredible challenge. About 6 years ago the curiosity turned into a dream and I heard the call. Here we are in 2026 where the stars have aligned and I have been chosen to make that dream a reality. I have no doubt that this will be one of the most difficult and rewarding challenges I have faced and can’t wait to see y’all in Woodstock!
The charity I am riding and raising money for is Motorcycle Relief Project. Motorcycle Relief Project is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides relief to veterans and first responders with PTSD and other related issues by taking them on structured week-long adventure motorcycle relief rides. Their mission is to honor and encourage veterans and first responders who are experiencing mental and emotional struggles by providing them with opportunities to decompress, get unstuck, connect with like-minded peers, and gain new perspectives and skills for dealing with their challenges. As an Alumni of the program, I can speak first hand as to how amazing this program is and the life changing impacts it can have. My goal is to raise enough to sponsor a relief ride for them and help keep this wonderful program moving forward.
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