Georgie has been to about seven Brass Monkey Rallies, three of which she travelled to on the back of her father's motorbike, starting when she was 12. She still remembers the extreme cold at her first rally, which has a reputation for recording sub-zero temperatures.
"It was snowing and there was a huge hoar frost as well," she said.
Organising committee member John Willems said as weather forecasts go "Saturday doesn't look too bad" this year, although the traditional bonfire that night should keep the cold at bay.
About 528 riders had pre-entered but that figure could usually be nearly trebled to find the number of motorcyclists who would turn up to enjoy the bands, events and displays, Mr Willems said.
Central Otago police are advising motorcyclists attending the rally to exercise caution while travelling on State Highway 85 between Alexandra and Palmerston and the Ida Valley-Omakau Rd due to road grit which was laid because of the cold weather this week.
Senior Constable Darren Cox, of Omakau, said police were working with roading authorities to identify potentially hazardous areas and have them swept, but caution by road users remained necessary to ensure a safe journey.
"Remember, headlights on while travelling, be safe, be seen and enjoy your weekend," Snr Const Cox said.
