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Old Jun 7, 2012 | 07:08 AM
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The infamous "Dragon" claims another one:

http://www.knoxnews.com/news/2012/ju...n/?partner=RSS
 
Old Jun 7, 2012 | 07:14 AM
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That road, while a blast to ride, is unforgiving of mistakes.
 
Old Jun 7, 2012 | 07:23 AM
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Thats a great ride, as long as you don't over ride your skills. Most people don't realize and then they get in trouble...

Hey Swine...former 3d hearder myself...(B/2/3)
 
Old Jun 7, 2012 | 07:29 AM
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I did not enjoy that road! I was concentrating so much I missed the whole ride and scenerie.

Glad I did it but its not for everyone. If the curves don't get you, the crazy cagers driving over the line or on your side will.
 
Old Jun 7, 2012 | 08:12 AM
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The title of this thread should read "Another rider kills self on Dragon" It's a beautiful and challenging ride; one of our group went over the edge but he was also in over his head; luckily he walked.....
 
Old Jun 7, 2012 | 08:32 AM
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Agree with the "change in thread title statement". I've rode the Dragon several times now and it's a great ride, but it's not the time to be enjoying the scenery.
 
Old Jun 7, 2012 | 08:56 AM
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If you want to enjoy the scenery, pick a long straight road.
 
Old Jun 7, 2012 | 09:28 AM
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It is not the dragon's fault. Also if I missed the scenery from concentrating on the road. I would ride it enough where I got comfortable and enjoy the scenery.
 
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Old Jun 7, 2012 | 09:35 AM
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My 883 and I totally loved it. Managed to scrape my peg right after the WHIP. from now on, every single time I go to visit my Dad in Memphis I will ride it. We need a few roads like that here in NY.
 
Old Jun 7, 2012 | 10:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Village Idiot™
If you want to enjoy the scenery, pick a long straight road.
Took da words right out of my mouth! LOL!
BTW I will hit da tail 6/30/2012, then head to W.V. by GOD!
 



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