2nd Annual BMW Dragon Slayers Fall Meet and Drive of the Tail of the Dragon 25-28 Oct

This will be long. So here goes.

Ok, for all you Knights (Dragon Slayers), their ladies and any others you care to bring – you are hereby notified of and invited to the 2nd Annual Fall BMW Dragon Slayers Meet and Drive of the Tail of the Dragon (ToD).

Official dates: 25-28 October
HQ: Gatlinburg, TN

Based on the great success we had with our first foray into arranging a “meet” the KOR Trinity of Gbelton (Duke Kewlfish, Lord of Ultimate Driving Machines), Boxboss (Sir Gofish, Duke of Corrugation) and Cobradav (Sir Launchalot, Prince of Electrons ) hereby invite one and all to our 2nd official Dragon Slayers event.

The event “Officially” runs from check in on 25 October, Thursday, to checkout on 28 October, Sunday.

Headquarters will be in the Gatlinburg, Tennessee area.

Official ToD drive will be on Friday morning ending with a run of the Cherohala Skyway (CS). Friday afternoon is planned to do some group thing to entertain family members who do not wish to partake in our AGGRESSIVE drive of the ToD and CS. Saturday drive is planned to be a scenic drive (not AGGRESSIVE) for some sight seeing with all attendees that wish to partake. Sunday depart for home. I should add here that due to some addiction on my part, and perhaps that of other Knights in our group, I ( or we as the case may be) will slip in a day early (that would be 24 October – Wednesday) to enjoy another early set of runs on the ToD on Thursday morning. For those of you not experienced with the ToD, it is pretty jammed up on weekday afternoons and all day on weekends. Also the law enforcement becomes more active during those periods. It just is not that much fun under those conditions. ToD is 318 curves in 11 miles – loads of fun but only if not behind some RED SUV or PICKUP baestard. Generally speaking top speed is about 70 MPH achievable in just a few places. The CS, on the other hand, is longer and can be much faster. Speeds in excess of 120 are easily achievable.

Here is a link to the Tail of the Dragon for those unfamiliar with this fantastic stretch of US Highway. The roadway is well maintained with fresh paving on this past spring.
http://www.tailofthedragon.com/

As always, we want a safe and uneventful (except for fun rides) experience so we will have driving rules and safety briefs for all drives.

We have been working off line on this so we do have tentative list of attendees, approximately 6-9 already. I won’t out them here, but let them tell their own story. Not all are bimmerfest members, but most are. We now open this up to all to join in, 6er or not, and let us know if you can join in on the fun.

The main lodging plan is to use Log cabin / Chalets as group housing method. A variety of 2, 3, 4 or even larger cabins is planned. We will not put more people or couples (or entire families as we do have some coming) in a cabin than there are bathrooms. For instance a 3 bedroom 2-bath would house two individuals or two couples. Those that do not wish to use this mode of lodging do not have to and can make their own arrangements. We will provide maps and meeting locations for those that lodge away from the main group OR of those that may live somewhat close and just want to jump in for the drives – that has worked very successfully as well. Just PLEASE let us know.

PLEASE: do make your commitment known early so we can make the lodging arrangements, if you intend or want to be included in the Cabin/chalet group. If you plan on making your own arrangements for lodging or do not require lodging please include that information as well. We will us PM to obtain email address so we can keep vital information off the public internet waves and keep you informed of progress.

I will also post our event on http://www.tailofthedragon.com/calendar.html

Through a fluke series of fortunate events, count me in! I will be combining one trip for a meeting of my equestrian group and my meeting of this band of merrie drivers. But please don't charge me for the driving lesson!

Originally Posted by BumBMW

Another 3er heard from. This one's got paddles. Golly.

3er's have been with us on the Dragon before, but (not suprisingly) BumBMW has not been one of them.

To let you know a bit of what awaits those that attend, here's a few pics of a run we did prior to SESF in May.

1) we're moving right to left
2) we're moving left to right
3) we're moving right to left
4) on the road
5) sample curve
6) sample curve

Originally Posted by Boxboss

3er's have been with us on the Dragon before, but (not suprisingly) BumBMW has not been one of them.

He's going to be riding shotgun for HammerCOCKADOODLEDOO.

Originally Posted by Malibubimmer

He's going to be riding shotgun for HammerCOCKADOODLEDOO.

I completely and totally laughed out loud for that one. +1 meeeellion!!!

Originally Posted by Boxboss

3er's have been with us on the Dragon before, but (not suprisingly) BumBMW has not been one of them.

That's because the training wheels can't take speeds faster than 2 or 3 mph

Originally Posted by cobradav

This will be long. So here goes.

Ok, for all you Knights (Dragon Slayers), their ladies and any others you care to bring – you are hereby notified of and invited to the 2nd Annual Fall BMW Dragon Slayers Meet and Drive of the Tail of the Dragon (ToD).

Official dates: 25-28 October
HQ: Gatlinburg, TN

Based on the great success we had with our first foray into arranging a “meet” the KOR Trinity of Gbelton (Duke Kewlfish, Lord of Ultimate Driving Machines), Boxboss (Sir Gofish, Duke of Corrugation) and Cobradav (Sir Launchalot, Prince of Electrons ) hereby invite one and all to our 2nd official Dragon Slayers event.

The event “Officially” runs from check in on 25 October, Thursday, to checkout on 28 October, Sunday.

Headquarters will be in the Gatlinburg, Tennessee area.

Official ToD drive will be on Friday morning ending with a run of the Cherohala Skyway (CS). Friday afternoon is planned to do some group thing to entertain family members who do not wish to partake in our AGGRESSIVE drive of the ToD and CS. Saturday drive is planned to be a scenic drive (not AGGRESSIVE) for some sight seeing with all attendees that wish to partake. Sunday depart for home. I should add here that due to some addiction on my part, and perhaps that of other Knights in our group, I ( or we as the case may be) will slip in a day early (that would be 24 October – Wednesday) to enjoy another early set of runs on the ToD on Thursday morning. For those of you not experienced with the ToD, it is pretty jammed up on weekday afternoons and all day on weekends. Also the law enforcement becomes more active during those periods. It just is not that much fun under those conditions. ToD is 318 curves in 11 miles – loads of fun but only if not behind some RED SUV or PICKUP baestard. Generally speaking top speed is about 70 MPH achievable in just a few places. The CS, on the other hand, is longer and can be much faster. Speeds in excess of 120 are easily achievable.

Here is a link to the Tail of the Dragon for those unfamiliar with this fantastic stretch of US Highway. The roadway is well maintained with fresh paving on this past spring.
http://www.tailofthedragon.com/

As always, we want a safe and uneventful (except for fun rides) experience so we will have driving rules and safety briefs for all drives.

We have been working off line on this so we do have tentative list of attendees, approximately 6-9 already. I won’t out them here, but let them tell their own story. Not all are bimmerfest members, but most are. We now open this up to all to join in, 6er or not, and let us know if you can join in on the fun.

The main lodging plan is to use Log cabin / Chalets as group housing method. A variety of 2, 3, 4 or even larger cabins is planned. We will not put more people or couples (or entire families as we do have some coming) in a cabin than there are bathrooms. For instance a 3 bedroom 2-bath would house two individuals or two couples. Those that do not wish to use this mode of lodging do not have to and can make their own arrangements. We will provide maps and meeting locations for those that lodge away from the main group OR of those that may live somewhat close and just want to jump in for the drives – that has worked very successfully as well. Just PLEASE let us know.

PLEASE: do make your commitment known early so we can make the lodging arrangements, if you intend or want to be included in the Cabin/chalet group. If you plan on making your own arrangements for lodging or do not require lodging please include that information as well. We will us PM to obtain email address so we can keep vital information off the public internet waves and keep you informed of progress.

I will also post our event on http://www.tailofthedragon.com/calendar.html

I will be there with my former daughter of the notorious posting of her elders in shopping carts before the April TOD and Sharkfest. She is trying to worm her way back into the will...fat chance! But I will let her think she has hope.
Mal it's gonna be great to see you again!! Hoo HaH!!

Originally Posted by grahambishop

I will be there with my former daughter of the notorious posting of her elders in shopping carts before the April TOD and Sharkfest. She is trying to worm her way back into the will...fat chance! But I will let her think she has hope.
Mal it's gonna be great to see you again!! Hoo HaH!!

Hoo HaH! Can't wait. I am bringing all my ladies to this one.

I would go if I could just fly out there and rent a 6er. Is that possible?


I would NEVER wanna drive that far. Hell, I bitch when I have to drive 3 or 4 hours away! That's what planes are for!

Originally Posted by BHR4CE1

I would go if I could just fly out there and rent a 6er. Is that possible?


I would NEVER wanna drive that far. Hell, I bitch when I have to drive 3 or 4 hours away! That's what planes are for!

Bear
I've done it once each way...Va to TX (to see my former daughter) to CA to Tx to NY to TOD. I turned 50100 miles today. These cars rock on the road. A good Valentine and a great way to see the USA in your Bay Umm Vay...the German pronunciaton of BMW
But there will fer sure be a seat for you somehwere. Don't nuthin 'bout renting no 6ers though

I certainly intend to join everyone in the fall. Its well worth a repeat. To save the trouble of finding and linking the old posts, here's a few more pics of the TOD and other nearby drives. The Tree Of Shame is what happens when you oops and scatter parts on the road. Its mostly bike parts.

PS: If I get a chance to shrink the video and upload it, I'll post a link to a drive on the TOD.

Originally Posted by grahambishop

Bear
I've done it once each way...Va to TX (to see my former daughter) to CA to Tx to NY to TOD. I turned 50100 miles today. These cars rock on the road. A good Valentine and a great way to see the USA in your Bay Umm Vay...the German pronunciaton of BMW
But there will fer sure be a seatr for you somehwere. Don't nuthin 'bout renting no 6ers though

I am not that fond of long drives...I get sleepy. I am more the "short, spirited" driving type.

What is the closest city to this event? There has to be some sort of higher-end vehicle rental agency nearby.

Originally Posted by BHR4CE1

I am not that fond of long drives...I get sleepy. I am more the "short, spirited" driving type.

What is the closest city to this event? There has to be some sort of higher-end vehicle rental agency nearby.

Lord Bear, try this link. Maybe they have your 6er. They are about 4-5 hours away from the meet:

http://www.atlantadreamcars.com/?gcl...FSthIgodtmuQ9w

VR>

Last fall we had participates from Atlanta pop in for the day on ToD. Then there is Knoxville. You may find BMWs for rent in BMW home town of Spartanburg.

I'm going too be there. All my former motorcycle buddies go all the time and say how much fun the trip is. Since my divorce I focus on my cars only till my twins get older, then I'll be back into both.

Originally Posted by BHR4CE1

I am not that fond of long drives...I get sleepy. I am more the "short, spirited" driving type. What is the closest city to this event? There has to be some sort of higher-end vehicle rental agency nearby.

I would love to join you all for this meet. Please sign me in.
Thanks,

VR>

Originally Posted by Rxhealer

I'm going too be there. All my former motorcycle buddies go all the time and say how much fun the trip is. Since my divorce I focus on my cars only till my twins get older, then I'll be back into both.

Great to hear it! PM Cobradav or me with your email address and we'll add you to the info distribution list.

Edit: You, too VReyn.

Originally Posted by Malibubimmer

Through a fluke series of fortunate events, count me in! I will be combining one trip for a meeting of my equestrian group and my meeting of this band of merrie drivers. But please don't charge me for the driving lesson!

Ditto. If it's do-able, I'm going to ship the MRoady back there and naturally, I'll lead the pack without ARS. Catch me if you can...

Originally Posted by VReyn

They are about 4-5 hours away from the meet:

4-5 HOURS???????????

OK, I will see if they have a much Much MUCH closer location to the meet.

Thanks

Originally Posted by HGilmore

Ditto. If it's do-able, I'm going to ship the MRoady back there and naturally, I'll lead the pack without ARS. Catch me if you can...

is right.

Originally Posted by BHR4CE1

4-5 HOURS???????????

OK, I will see if they have a much Much MUCH closer location to the meet.

Thanks

Knoxville is about an hour away, Asheville about 1.5, and Greeneville/Spartanburg 2.5 or so. Can you do 2.5 hours????