This was taken by one of several companies that park along the road and snap shots of bikes.

On the way back to Ohio from the “Thumper Thaw” bike rally I attended, I took a famous stretch of road called, “The Tail of the Dragon”

The route, a favorite of motorcyclists, runs 11 miles and has 318 twists and turns.

I felt it was a little over rated but still fun.

I rode down to Robbinsville, NC for a motorcycle rally with friends from the bike group, The Chain Gang.

Before I arrived, I took advantage of where I was heading and camped overnight in the Smokey Mountains National Park.

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The location for the rally was a beautiful mansion just outside the city. It was plenty big for everyone but I still chose to sleep in my tent outside.

My rides were in some stunningly beautiful areas. I hit a few areas north of Helen, GA like Wolfpen Gap and Suches, GA. I’m familiar with these spots from my time living in Atlanta.

Probably the best ride was a stretch of road from Robbinsville to Tellico Plains, TN. They call it The Cherohala Scenic Skyway. It has lots of nice “twisties” and beautiful scenery.

I did get caught up in some some fog at one of the summits but nothing too bad. It was all part of the view.

I met quite a few good people and had a great time as always. There is already talk about next years event.

I’m heading out this morning to go camping in the Smoky Mountain National Park for a couple of days. Then I am heading to Robbinsville, NC for a small bike rally with members of a club in I am in. I am sure to take lots of p;ctures. I won’t have much Internet access except for my phone. I’ll post on the “Where am I” widget on my site when I can. It should be a fun time.