Dragon Trip Details

[RandallNeighbour]

I did some reading last night at dealsgap.com and the locals say that the local law enforcement is comprised of respected officers who seem to understand that the towns around the Dragon are doing well financially because of the tourism the dragon creates.

A biker commented that he has lots of fun doing 50 mph on the dragon and not to worry about it.

I still think we'll have a lot of fun!

I think we will have a great time too. I was not planning on doing 120...or 1/2 that speed.

Meeting some of the Forum members, breaking bread, and having a few fermented beverages will be the most vaulable take-a-ways from this mini vacation!

And Sammy put it best with his comment about the journey being as important and enjoyable as the final destination.

[RandallNeighbour]

Fermented beverages! Man that has a great ring to it!

[dmcutter]

I like distilled better, but I reckon it's BYOBB-bring your own Boxster and beverage.

[NickCats]

Let's make sure to add the Cherohala Skyway to our itinerary :

( From Ferrari Forum - Posted by someone from Georgia )

Funny but for a car guy the Cherohala Skyway is a much better drive. You actually have passing zones and areas where there are slow lanes! And the corners are much better for a car. Some of the switchbacks have deep camber, lots of width, great views around the bend for oncoming traffic. You can really use all the road and not worry about a semi coming up the other way.

Tail of the Dragon is cool for a bike, or for "punting around" in a car, but really, there are a bunch of better roads for a car guy in the general area. And less traveled/abused!

Nick

[FrayAdjacent]

I gotta get new front rubber before then... Put new rubber on the rear... then noticed my fronts are sliding a bit on hard turns, causing a bit of understeer. They'll need to be replaced soon anyway.

[mtch]

Anyone considering the Cherokee casinos. They are only about 20 minutes away, and the hotels in that area may be a better option