2nd annual Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon meet - April 3, 4, 5
Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
Gary, I know this is WAY premature, but while things are still fresh in our minds...
I would like to see 2 groups this time. The FAST group (#1), and the remaining, group #2. I was with the 'slower' group and loved every minute of it. Everyone in my group had a great time, not too slow and not too fast, agreed?
And it should manditory that everyone have an FRS RADIO this time so each car knows what is going on in the group! You only need one, you don't need a pair as some are sold.
Opinion? James
PS ---- I have one request: I need at least one ride in the passenger seat of an SRT thru the Dragon.
I would like to see 2 groups this time. The FAST group (#1), and the remaining, group #2. I was with the 'slower' group and loved every minute of it. Everyone in my group had a great time, not too slow and not too fast, agreed?
And it should manditory that everyone have an FRS RADIO this time so each car knows what is going on in the group! You only need one, you don't need a pair as some are sold.
Opinion? James
PS ---- I have one request: I need at least one ride in the passenger seat of an SRT thru the Dragon.
Last edited by James1549; 11-06-2008 at 03:49 PM.
Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
'Manditory' may be a bit strong worded, but 'highly suggested' may fit better in the posting
Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
you got it James...I am staying longer this time, weather permitting...you just can't see it all in 2 days...there's more mountain to tame out there...so, you and I for a 7 am run so I don't have to use my "get out jail card" too often....FRS radio would be grt, w/ batteries that work, mine didn't, and thanks to Franc, I was in communications...should have just a little more HP for the Dragon by spring, and definitely new shocks, hopefully Koni's....tire got better by the time we left, guess they just needed scuffed in, brakes were excellent...got to try them out on the way home, not much on the mountain...well, I will shut, and count the days to spring....
Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
Originally Posted by James1549
I have one request: I need at least one ride in the passenger seat of an SRT thru the Dragon.
I've heard you may have white knuckles when the ride is over...LOL
Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
Originally Posted by VALKRYDERGUY
I highly recommend that ride to be with Jane.
I've heard you may have white knuckles when the ride is over...LOL
I've heard you may have white knuckles when the ride is over...LOL
Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
Originally Posted by oledoc2u
you got it James...I am staying longer this time, weather permitting...you just can't see it all in 2 days...there's more mountain to tame out there...so, you and I for a 7 am run so I don't have to use my "get out jail card" too often....FRS radio would be grt, w/ batteries that work, mine didn't, and thanks to Franc, I was in communications...should have just a little more HP for the Dragon by spring, and definitely new shocks, hopefully Koni's....tire got better by the time we left, guess they just needed scuffed in, brakes were excellent...got to try them out on the way home, not much on the mountain...well, I will shut, and count the days to spring....
roadster with a stick
Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
Originally Posted by tom2112
You're welcome to ride with me James. I was stuck to Jane's bumper for most of the weekend. All kidding aside, that's a great place to be. Jane's a hell of a driver, and I learned things by following her and watching her lines through the twisties.
Jane, my ego thanks you. But come spring, I'm not holding back anymore. OK
roadster with a stick
Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
I would like to make a point that this fall Dragon meet was buy far alot more fun then last spring meet! so let keep it layed back and fun for all , The Group that I had Sat. was great, we took are time and took in the Mtn.Colors , So Valk just Remeber what you did this time ,Half the fun was driven the other was talking with others and getting know each other !
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Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
Originally Posted by VALKRYDERGUY
I have decided that I will split my drive down to Fontana in half every time I go from now on.
I will stay at the Red Roof Inn in Florence,Kentucky on Thursday night.
Anyone who wants to meet there can stay Thursday night or meet us on Friday morning.
It's also just 1 hour south then once leaving to get to Lexington so others can meet us there as well.
I will stay at the Red Roof Inn in Florence,Kentucky on Thursday night.
Anyone who wants to meet there can stay Thursday night or meet us on Friday morning.
It's also just 1 hour south then once leaving to get to Lexington so others can meet us there as well.
I'm in for Red Roof Inn.
Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
My reservations are in for the 3 days. Me and the copilot (Al & Brenda) are taking 2 days both ways. Starting out early Thursday afternoon shooting for Lexington. We are slow starters so we might be mobile in time to catch the south bound convoy as it rolls through there Friday morning from Cincinnati.
I don't want to start anything but Mack, the reservation guy, said that we are getting the best room. Makes me feel kind of special.
I don't want to start anything but Mack, the reservation guy, said that we are getting the best room. Makes me feel kind of special.
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Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
All, reservations made Friday and Saturday night. Sunday home for my birthday Monday.
See y'all then!
See y'all then!
Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
Originally Posted by Uncle_Al
My reservations are in for the 3 days. Me and the copilot (Al & Brenda) are taking 2 days both ways.
Starting out early Thursday afternoon shooting for Lexington.
We are slow starters so we might be mobile in time to catch the south bound convoy as it rolls through there Friday morning from Cincinnati.
Starting out early Thursday afternoon shooting for Lexington.
We are slow starters so we might be mobile in time to catch the south bound convoy as it rolls through there Friday morning from Cincinnati.
The Red Roof Inn is a great spot half way spot and have nice rooms for about $75.00
One hour north (this side) of Lexington
I got there in 5 hours from Aurora.
Also a good place to eat withing walking distance.
Then leaving in the morning from there 5 more hours to Fontana.
Just something to consider.
Me and Frank will be staying Thursday night for sure.
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Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
Originally Posted by tom2112
All kidding aside, that's a great place to be. Jane's a hell of a driver, and I learned things by following her and watching her lines through the twisties.
j/k
Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
Franc....a clutch? I have 1 of those in the big rig...I like my autostick...but, it would be fun shifting, but I think a sport bike would be even more fun...I found out there is a rental place in Knoxville...so I am staying longer next trip if the weather looks good...if not, I will delay that fun until fall....
Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
Originally Posted by SRT6nTulsa
You were checking out her curves???
j/k
j/k
Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
Originally Posted by JaneBridges
Be careful, boys. I'm watching.
Apparently............so are we!
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Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
Originally Posted by VALKRYDERGUY
Silverfox gave me this banner for next years "Spring Dragon meet"
It was used at the meet last spring and he has passed it on to me for the meet next April.Another thing that would be good to have......a Fontana Dam picture from each meeting. We could hang them in the halls, because our meets are better than the Porsche guys.
Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
Valk, We where there in the spring. If we can make it again we'll be there in 09'
Remember, we count for two cars, Tbird and Sterling, Thanks
Remember, we count for two cars, Tbird and Sterling, Thanks
Re: Spring 2009-Tail of the Dragon/Smokey Mountain meet April 3 ,4,& 5
Originally Posted by TBird
Valk, We where there in the spring. If we can make it again we'll be there in 09'
Remember, we count for two cars, Tbird and Sterling, Thanks
Remember, we count for two cars, Tbird and Sterling, Thanks
Damn show-off!!!!!
LOL