Up for a NC/TN ride? - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

tnichols · 06-21-2007, 12:43 AM

So I missed this year's dragon run due to the new house, however, I'm still itching to make a trip up to the NC/TN mountains this year.
I made a trip with Outlaw, his friend Ryan, Droopy, and Blazingblu last year in Asheville and we had a blast.
So i was wondering if anyone was up for another trip sometime, let's say in July?

wildwolf · 06-21-2007, 02:43 PM

I'll be there next week.

droopy170 · 06-24-2007, 09:12 AM

Road Trip!!!!!!!

Droopy

tnichols · 06-25-2007, 11:31 PM

When and Where?

stp1971 · 06-26-2007, 08:41 AM

Hmmm,,,weekend trip?

droopy170 · 06-27-2007, 10:55 AM

Finances a little tight so a good Day trip like last years BRP would be cool. But let me know what the plan is and Il'l see what I can do.

Droopy

tnichols · 07-02-2007, 12:57 AM

A weekend trip or even during the week sound good to me. Any suggestions for dates?

stp1971 · 07-02-2007, 07:34 AM

Hey Tim I got a copy of MadMaps for that area. Well it actually covers almost all of Tennessee and half of North Carolina. Even covers Kentucky and part of Georgia. It has some killer routes pre-planned with highlights and all.

$8.95 it is a steal. There are several routes already pre-mapped out around the Asheville area. Just in case you had not planned any routes.

droopy170 · 07-02-2007, 09:20 AM

Tim,
I'm working a rotating 12 hour shift, I can send you a copy of my schedule if you would like.

Dave

Road Momma · 07-03-2007, 08:27 AM

Let me know the dates because we may be up to a wk.end trip.

Roadmomma

NateHarris · 07-03-2007, 05:37 PM

Add me to the list. I got a buddy on a C50 that might be up for it too.

fotodude1 · 07-06-2007, 08:12 PM

I could be interested. depending if I have a wedding that weekend.

tnichols · 07-07-2007, 04:46 PM

Looks like there is some interest in this! How does a July 28 and 29th sound or perhaps August 4th and 5th?

Since we went north last year, i was thinking a ride to the south would be fun this year.

I have several routes I run around in this area, but would love to hear some suggestions.

STP- I have the same map you do. It's a great resource. I also have a ton of other routes I was given by a local a few years ago. Thanks for the suggestion.

droopy170 · 07-08-2007, 08:38 AM

Aug 4th, 5th for me. Working the July dates.

Droopy

stp1971 · 07-09-2007, 08:12 AM

I cannot make a 28th and 29th of July. If it is going to be more local then maybe an overnighter on the 4th and 5th of August I might be able to swing.

Smurf · 07-10-2007, 11:16 AM

Let's see...........August.........No Anniversary......No Holliday.......Far enough in advance to take time off..........No Birthday's............

Damn !!!!! I got a chance, I really got a chance.......

Yipeeeeeeeee!

stp1971 · 07-10-2007, 01:48 PM

You might. We will see.

techgesture · 07-10-2007, 03:01 PM

I may be interested in joining as well.

Cajundude · 07-11-2007, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stp1971

Hey Tim I got a copy of MadMaps for that area. Well it actually covers almost all of Tennessee and half of North Carolina. Even covers Kentucky and part of Georgia. It has some killer routes pre-planned with highlights and all.

$8.95 it is a steal. There are several routes already pre-mapped out around the Asheville area. Just in case you had not planned any routes.

Great buy!

Used it while over there a few weeks back. Be sure to check out TN 32 from Crosby TN (321) to the NC state line (turns to gravel there!) 7 miles of insanely tight switchbacks that had me grinding pegs on every turn. The road creates the northern border of the Great Smokey Mountains National park and is seriously remote - cellphones did not work and we did not see another vehicle or bike out there, so be careful - if you go down, you're in a world of hurt. (BTW - Have been told some stories about 'alternative' churches back there...banjo music would be an improvement so 'stopping' isn't advised!)

Post up when and where and we'll see if we can't meet you too!
C'Dude

stp1971 · 07-11-2007, 01:36 PM

We did that road on the Gatlinburg trip. For those who went that was the "Little Dragon" road.

06-21-2007, 12:43 AM	#1 (permalink)
tnichols Found second gear by accident Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: 2005 Suzuki S50 Location: Hickory NC Posts: 307	Up for a NC/TN ride? So I missed this year's dragon run due to the new house, however, I'm still itching to make a trip up to the NC/TN mountains this year. I made a trip with Outlaw, his friend Ryan, Droopy, and Blazingblu last year in Asheville and we had a blast. So i was wondering if anyone was up for another trip sometime, let's say in July?

06-21-2007, 02:43 PM	#2 (permalink)
wildwolf Fourth gear and illegal Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: 1999 vs800 intruder, wife has a 1994 vs800 Location: Meridianville, AL Posts: 705	I'll be there next week. __________________

06-24-2007, 09:12 AM	#3 (permalink)
droopy170 Ditch Magnet Joined: May 2006 Bike: 06 M50 Black Location: Travelers Rest SC Posts: 186	Road Trip!!!!!!! Droopy __________________ 06 Black M50, OEM Backrest, Cobra Slashcut Drag Pipes baffels in, MS Pop Top, Tail Light Mod, C50 mirrors, John's Fowards Kit,More to Come

06-26-2007, 08:41 AM	#5 (permalink)
stp1971 May 2007 Member of the month Joined: Mar 2005 Bike: 2004 Suzuki Intruder 1500LC / 2005 Suzuki DL650 V-Strom Location: Douglasville, Georgia Posts: 7,833	Hmmm,,,weekend trip? __________________ Biketoberfest 2006 flashback courtesy of Intimid8er: "Like you knew damn well you shouldn't eat something like that, but all be damned to hell, you were gonna eat it!" __________________

06-27-2007, 10:55 AM	#6 (permalink)
droopy170 Ditch Magnet Joined: May 2006 Bike: 06 M50 Black Location: Travelers Rest SC Posts: 186	Finances a little tight so a good Day trip like last years BRP would be cool. But let me know what the plan is and Il'l see what I can do. Droopy __________________ 06 Black M50, OEM Backrest, Cobra Slashcut Drag Pipes baffels in, MS Pop Top, Tail Light Mod, C50 mirrors, John's Fowards Kit,More to Come

06-25-2007, 11:31 PM	#4 (permalink)
tnichols Found second gear by accident Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: 2005 Suzuki S50 Location: Hickory NC Posts: 307	When and Where?

07-02-2007, 12:57 AM	#7 (permalink)
tnichols Found second gear by accident Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: 2005 Suzuki S50 Location: Hickory NC Posts: 307	A weekend trip or even during the week sound good to me. Any suggestions for dates?

07-02-2007, 07:34 AM	#8 (permalink)
stp1971 May 2007 Member of the month Joined: Mar 2005 Bike: 2004 Suzuki Intruder 1500LC / 2005 Suzuki DL650 V-Strom Location: Douglasville, Georgia Posts: 7,833	Hey Tim I got a copy of MadMaps for that area. Well it actually covers almost all of Tennessee and half of North Carolina. Even covers Kentucky and part of Georgia. It has some killer routes pre-planned with highlights and all. $8.95 it is a steal. There are several routes already pre-mapped out around the Asheville area. Just in case you had not planned any routes. __________________ Biketoberfest 2006 flashback courtesy of Intimid8er: "Like you knew damn well you shouldn't eat something like that, but all be damned to hell, you were gonna eat it!" __________________

07-02-2007, 09:20 AM	#9 (permalink)
droopy170 Ditch Magnet Joined: May 2006 Bike: 06 M50 Black Location: Travelers Rest SC Posts: 186	Tim, I'm working a rotating 12 hour shift, I can send you a copy of my schedule if you would like. Dave __________________ 06 Black M50, OEM Backrest, Cobra Slashcut Drag Pipes baffels in, MS Pop Top, Tail Light Mod, C50 mirrors, John's Fowards Kit,More to Come

07-03-2007, 08:27 AM	#10 (permalink)
Road Momma In Training Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: Boulevard S50 & Kawaski 650R Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 137	Let me know the dates because we may be up to a wk.end trip. Roadmomma

07-03-2007, 05:37 PM	#11 (permalink)
NateHarris Clunked into first gear Joined: Oct 2006 Bike: 07 Suzuki M50 Location: Fort Mill, SC 29707 Posts: 215	Add me to the list. I got a buddy on a C50 that might be up for it too. __________________ Nate 07 M50 Some folks are forever telling us the glass is half full. Others that it is half empty. Did it ever occur to any of these folks that maybe the glass is too big? -George Carlin

07-06-2007, 08:12 PM	#12 (permalink)
fotodude1 Seat Tester Joined: Aug 2006 Bike: Suzuki C90T 2005 Location: Meridian, MS Posts: 59	I could be interested. depending if I have a wedding that weekend. __________________ Wayne

07-07-2007, 04:46 PM	#13 (permalink)
tnichols Found second gear by accident Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: 2005 Suzuki S50 Location: Hickory NC Posts: 307	Looks like there is some interest in this! How does a July 28 and 29th sound or perhaps August 4th and 5th? Since we went north last year, i was thinking a ride to the south would be fun this year. I have several routes I run around in this area, but would love to hear some suggestions. STP- I have the same map you do. It's a great resource. I also have a ton of other routes I was given by a local a few years ago. Thanks for the suggestion.

07-08-2007, 08:38 AM	#14 (permalink)
droopy170 Ditch Magnet Joined: May 2006 Bike: 06 M50 Black Location: Travelers Rest SC Posts: 186	Aug 4th, 5th for me. Working the July dates. Droopy __________________ 06 Black M50, OEM Backrest, Cobra Slashcut Drag Pipes baffels in, MS Pop Top, Tail Light Mod, C50 mirrors, John's Fowards Kit,More to Come

07-09-2007, 08:12 AM	#15 (permalink)
stp1971 May 2007 Member of the month Joined: Mar 2005 Bike: 2004 Suzuki Intruder 1500LC / 2005 Suzuki DL650 V-Strom Location: Douglasville, Georgia Posts: 7,833	I cannot make a 28th and 29th of July. If it is going to be more local then maybe an overnighter on the 4th and 5th of August I might be able to swing. __________________ Biketoberfest 2006 flashback courtesy of Intimid8er: "Like you knew damn well you shouldn't eat something like that, but all be damned to hell, you were gonna eat it!" __________________

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07-10-2007, 11:16 AM	#16 (permalink)
Smurf Quiche' King Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: 2005 Red Flamed M-50 Location: McDonough Georgia Posts: 4,352	Let's see...........August.........No Anniversary......No Holliday.......Far enough in advance to take time off..........No Birthday's............ Damn !!!!! I got a chance, I really got a chance....... Yipeeeeeeeee! __________________ "I would rather be lucky than good!"

07-10-2007, 01:48 PM	#17 (permalink)
stp1971 May 2007 Member of the month Joined: Mar 2005 Bike: 2004 Suzuki Intruder 1500LC / 2005 Suzuki DL650 V-Strom Location: Douglasville, Georgia Posts: 7,833	You might. We will see. __________________ Biketoberfest 2006 flashback courtesy of Intimid8er: "Like you knew damn well you shouldn't eat something like that, but all be damned to hell, you were gonna eat it!" __________________

07-10-2007, 03:01 PM	#18 (permalink)
techgesture Brought his own beer Joined: May 2006 Bike: '05 Black M50 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 830	I may be interested in joining as well. __________________

07-11-2007, 01:36 PM	#20 (permalink)
stp1971 May 2007 Member of the month Joined: Mar 2005 Bike: 2004 Suzuki Intruder 1500LC / 2005 Suzuki DL650 V-Strom Location: Douglasville, Georgia Posts: 7,833	We did that road on the Gatlinburg trip. For those who went that was the "Little Dragon" road. __________________ Biketoberfest 2006 flashback courtesy of Intimid8er: "Like you knew damn well you shouldn't eat something like that, but all be damned to hell, you were gonna eat it!" __________________

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