Anybody familiar with North Georgia Dragon?
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Anybody familiar with North Georgia Dragon?
Pack of guys I ride with want to plan another trip. And since North Carolina has pretty much been wiped out, we’re contemplating going to North Georgia. I’m interested in recommendations of roads. Not just twisty roads but also very scenic laid-back roads.
We’re also always up for really good breweries, distilleries or amazing tap houses with good food. Places to eat along water is always good.
Edit: Didn’t mean to sound insensitive about NC and what everyone must be dealing with. I’m sure everyone is doing all they can to restore things as soon as possible.
We’re also always up for really good breweries, distilleries or amazing tap houses with good food. Places to eat along water is always good.
Edit: Didn’t mean to sound insensitive about NC and what everyone must be dealing with. I’m sure everyone is doing all they can to restore things as soon as possible.
Last edited by Rains2much; Nov 11, 2024 at 08:20 PM.
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Please do not totally rule NC out. There are more areas still open than people think and the businesses in these areas need your support to survive.
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Just a heads up based on someone who lives here.
There are a lot of roads that have opened back up in our area, however there are a lot of roads still closed. What that does is increase traffic on the roads that are open by double or more. This traffic consists of cars and motorcycles, but it also has 18 wheelers that can’t take the more traditional routes because of closures and heavy equipment/ dump trucks that are trying to remove debris and rebuild the roads. These roads often limit the trucks to 35 mph.
Herein lies the problem, as of late we are seeing a fair share of motorcycles and sports cars that are impatient and passing in no passing zones, weaving in and out of lanes, and frankly just acting like jerks. If you feel like you have ride/ drive like you are qualifying for a Grand Prix maybe you should wait a year to come here, because you not only will be a danger to yourself and others you will probably be disappointed with your visit. On the other hand if you are a cruiser and patient there is a lot of places that have opened back up. If you decide come the Western NC enjoy your stay.
There are a lot of roads that have opened back up in our area, however there are a lot of roads still closed. What that does is increase traffic on the roads that are open by double or more. This traffic consists of cars and motorcycles, but it also has 18 wheelers that can’t take the more traditional routes because of closures and heavy equipment/ dump trucks that are trying to remove debris and rebuild the roads. These roads often limit the trucks to 35 mph.
Herein lies the problem, as of late we are seeing a fair share of motorcycles and sports cars that are impatient and passing in no passing zones, weaving in and out of lanes, and frankly just acting like jerks. If you feel like you have ride/ drive like you are qualifying for a Grand Prix maybe you should wait a year to come here, because you not only will be a danger to yourself and others you will probably be disappointed with your visit. On the other hand if you are a cruiser and patient there is a lot of places that have opened back up. If you decide come the Western NC enjoy your stay.
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Just a heads up based on someone who lives here.
There are a lot of roads that have opened back up in our area, however there are a lot of roads still closed. What that does is increase traffic on the roads that are open by double or more. This traffic consists of cars and motorcycles, but it also has 18 wheelers that can’t take the more traditional routes because of closures and heavy equipment/ dump trucks that are trying to remove debris and rebuild the roads. These roads often limit the trucks to 35 mph.
Herein lies the problem, as of late we are seeing a fair share of motorcycles and sports cars that are impatient and passing in no passing zones, weaving in and out of lanes, and frankly just acting like jerks. If you feel like you have ride/ drive like you are qualifying for a Grand Prix maybe you should wait a year to come here, because you not only will be a danger to yourself and others you will probably be disappointed with your visit. On the other hand if you are a cruiser and patient there is a lot of places that have opened back up. If you decide come the Western NC enjoy your stay.
There are a lot of roads that have opened back up in our area, however there are a lot of roads still closed. What that does is increase traffic on the roads that are open by double or more. This traffic consists of cars and motorcycles, but it also has 18 wheelers that can’t take the more traditional routes because of closures and heavy equipment/ dump trucks that are trying to remove debris and rebuild the roads. These roads often limit the trucks to 35 mph.
Herein lies the problem, as of late we are seeing a fair share of motorcycles and sports cars that are impatient and passing in no passing zones, weaving in and out of lanes, and frankly just acting like jerks. If you feel like you have ride/ drive like you are qualifying for a Grand Prix maybe you should wait a year to come here, because you not only will be a danger to yourself and others you will probably be disappointed with your visit. On the other hand if you are a cruiser and patient there is a lot of places that have opened back up. If you decide come the Western NC enjoy your stay.
We actually talked quite a bit about supporting NC. We talked about the obvious economic hardship that everyone must be feeling. Truthfully I worry for the places that are open not having the infrastructure around them, that would allow people to come and stay, eat food, buy gas. I did quite a bit of research about what roads are currently open and what condition things are in. And from the research, it sounded to me as if I would be more of a burden coming there right now than a help.
Since there are schedules from five different families coming from different directions to coordinate, we just can’t chance it. So we decided we would look into North Georgia.
Don’t think for a second that I won’t be back in North Carolina soon to support local businesses and enjoy the scenery, wheels through time and frog level brewing lol. I specifically want to hit Blue Ridge the north side of Asheville. It’s still a must do for me that has escaped everytime I’ve gone.
I enjoy the banter and bloviating from time to time here.. I do drag race, I do like big motors and my pack rides hard and fast. But even with that said we are level headed and polite on the roads. None of us take high risk chances that endanger needlessly anyone including ourselves. If any of us was “risky” or stupidly unsafe, I wouldn’t ride with them.
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So many great rides here in Georgia….if you have the time Ride The Guantlet!
The Gauntlet motorcycle ride contains some of the best motorcycle roads in Georgia. Whether you are looking for a waterfall motorcycle ride in Georgia or a breathtaking mountain route, The Gauntlet has it all. This ride is 133 miles long and is full of incredible landscapes, twisty roads, and gorgeous mountain views. Much like the Blood Mountain Super Loop, The Gauntlet begins just outside of Blairsville. From Blairsville, you will head north toward the Tennessee state line and wind your way through the beautiful Appalachian Mountains.
If you are a thrill seeker, you can start this adventure at the Wolf Pen Gap Road. This road is known for its sharp twists and turns and steep elevation changes. The Gauntlet also offers access to both the Suches Loop and Blood Mountain, so you can check these rides off of your list on the way. Although this route is wonderful at any time of the year, it is especially stunning during autumn. Ride along this route and check out the amazing colors that the changing leaves provide.
The Gauntlet motorcycle ride contains some of the best motorcycle roads in Georgia. Whether you are looking for a waterfall motorcycle ride in Georgia or a breathtaking mountain route, The Gauntlet has it all. This ride is 133 miles long and is full of incredible landscapes, twisty roads, and gorgeous mountain views. Much like the Blood Mountain Super Loop, The Gauntlet begins just outside of Blairsville. From Blairsville, you will head north toward the Tennessee state line and wind your way through the beautiful Appalachian Mountains.
If you are a thrill seeker, you can start this adventure at the Wolf Pen Gap Road. This road is known for its sharp twists and turns and steep elevation changes. The Gauntlet also offers access to both the Suches Loop and Blood Mountain, so you can check these rides off of your list on the way. Although this route is wonderful at any time of the year, it is especially stunning during autumn. Ride along this route and check out the amazing colors that the changing leaves provide.
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