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Tennessee Next week - Anything to do? Any bike events? Any suggestions?
We are heading to Tennessee on Sunday. Looking for things to do. Anyone know of any bike events? I seem to remember something about a Spyder meet up in Knoxville on Tuesdays? Does anyone know about this?
We are staying in Gatlinburg, and plan on checking out Chatanooga, Knoxville, and Johnson City.
Last year we did the Tail of the Dragon. This year we plan on the Cherahola Skyway and the Devil's Triangle, at least. Anyone know of any other rides? We really liked how the Tail had the destination buildings at the end, same for the Back of the Dragon on the way home. Anyone know of any rides where they actually have a shop at the end?
Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 06-13-2023 at 08:38 AM.
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US441 up to Newfound Gap and Clingmans Dome, Both Foothills Pkwys from 129 to 321 in Wears Valley, Little River Gorge/Fighting Creek Rd from Gatlinburg to Townsend, Roaring Brook Motorway in Gatlinburg.
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The Snake hwy 421 tn. Don't forget to stop at the Shady Valley country store.
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If you get the chance, swing by the shop. Love to see you!
301 S. Main St.
Greeneville, TN 37743
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The Rattler (NC209) is a nice alternative to a section of the BRP.
Wheels Thru Time (Maggie Valley US19) Museum
Rattler.jpg
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Originally Posted by RayBJ
The Rattler (NC209) is a nice alternative to a section of the BRP.
Wheels Thru Time (Maggie Valley US19) Museum
Rattler.jpg
I have ridden both ( the Tail & Rattler ) and much prefer the Rattler, less traffic and never saw any LEO's on the 8 or so times I've been on it .... good luck ... Mike
Last edited by BLUEKNIGHT911; 06-13-2023 at 03:15 PM.
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Try Wayha road It is better then the dragon and much longer
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Originally Posted by FINFAN3DP
We are heading to Tennessee on Sunday. Looking for things to do. Anyone know of any bike events? I seem to remember something about a Spyder meet up in Knoxville on Tuesdays? Does anyone know about this?
We are staying in Gatlinburg, and plan on checking out Chatanooga, Knoxville, and Johnson City.
Last year we did the Tail of the Dragon. This year we plan on the Cherahola Skyway and the Devil's Triangle, at least. Anyone know of any other rides? We really liked how the Tail had the destination buildings at the end, same for the Back of the Dragon on the way home. Anyone know of any rides where they actually have a shop at the end?
Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
All great suggestions here! Do yourself a favor and after riding the Back of the Dragon from Marion to Tazewell, (visit the shop in Tazewell), head East to Burke's Garden. Stop at Mattie's Place for the best lunch ever.
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There is a really good restaurant in Tazwell, it’s in a large old white house just up the hill from the Back of the Dragon shop. Unless you like bumper to bumper traffic avoid Pigeon Ford, TN
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That is a distinct possibility! Do you sell hats?
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Top Grills from Spyderpops
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3.5mm Extension from Amazon
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Foam Grips from Spyderpops
Tricled Strobe Brake Light module
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Originally Posted by BajaRon
If you get the chance, swing by the shop. Love to see you!
301 S. Main St.
Greeneville, TN 37743
That is a distinct possibility! Do you sell hats with your logo on em?
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Top Grills from Spyderpops
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3.5mm Extension from Amazon
Lamonster USB Cable Holder & Cable
Foam Grips from Spyderpops
Tricled Strobe Brake Light module
Tricled Bag Lights (replace reflectors)
Tricled Turn/Brake/Run Signals Rear
Tricled Floorboard Lights
Tricled Sequential Run/Turn Fender Lights
Tricled A-Frame Run/Turn Lights
Tricled LED American Flag Mount & Flag
Showchrome American Flag
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Originally Posted by RayBJ
The Rattler (NC209) is a nice alternative to a section of the BRP.
Wheels Thru Time (Maggie Valley US19) Museum
Rattler.jpg
Does the Rattler have any buildings that sell merch like the Tail and the Back of the dragon?
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Baja Ron Sway Bar
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Wolo Big Bad Max Airhorn
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Lamonster Power Plate
Tackform Phone Mount
Key Cover from Ebay
Lamonster Mirror Locks
Ultragard Cover from Lamonster
Top Grills from Spyderpops
Garage Door Opener from Spyderpops
3.5mm Extension from Amazon
Lamonster USB Cable Holder & Cable
Foam Grips from Spyderpops
Tricled Strobe Brake Light module
Tricled Bag Lights (replace reflectors)
Tricled Turn/Brake/Run Signals Rear
Tricled Floorboard Lights
Tricled Sequential Run/Turn Fender Lights
Tricled A-Frame Run/Turn Lights
Tricled LED American Flag Mount & Flag
Showchrome American Flag
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If you like looking at wildlife, deer, bear and elk then you might want to plan a trip through Cades Cove.
It's not far from Gatlinburg but be warned, if you go late in the day be prepared for a lot of traffic. I like being there early morning myself.
You do have to go slow but for me the wildlife is so worth it.
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Originally Posted by K80Shooter
If you like looking at wildlife, deer, bear and elk then you might want to plan a trip through Cades Cove.
It's not far from Gatlinburg but be warned, if you go late in the day be prepared for a lot of traffic. I like being there early morning myself.
You do have to go slow but for me the wildlife is so worth it.
Yes, we plan on seeing the Elk at Cades Cove. Everyone is saying be there around 5pm???
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Key Cover from Ebay
Lamonster Mirror Locks
Ultragard Cover from Lamonster
Top Grills from Spyderpops
Garage Door Opener from Spyderpops
3.5mm Extension from Amazon
Lamonster USB Cable Holder & Cable
Foam Grips from Spyderpops
Tricled Strobe Brake Light module
Tricled Bag Lights (replace reflectors)
Tricled Turn/Brake/Run Signals Rear
Tricled Floorboard Lights
Tricled Sequential Run/Turn Fender Lights
Tricled A-Frame Run/Turn Lights
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Originally Posted by FINFAN3DP
That is a distinct possibility! Do you sell hats with your logo on em?
No, sorry, no hats...
Seeing the crew is ALMOST as good as a hat... I think...
Last edited by BajaRon; 06-14-2023 at 10:20 AM.
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Go by visitors center, pick up motorcycle literature and maps. Tennessee and Western North Carolina have lots of great rides.
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Re: Rattler merch. There is a shop at the south end of the Rattler. Don't know what merch they carry but I'd be surprised if they didn't cater to all the 'tourists'.
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Originally Posted by FINFAN3DP
Yes, we plan on seeing the Elk at Cades Cove. Everyone is saying be there around 5pm???
I have not been that late in the day so I can't comment on that, but it seems to reason that late afternoon and early mornings are best.
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If you are going to Gatlinburg, I highly recommend the Moon-Shine Walk. It's a BLAST!!!
Oh, and I give many kudos to the Wheels Thru Time Museum in Maggy Valley. The sad part is the owner passed away a few years ago and just sitting around and shooting the breeze with him was just as enjoyable as seeing his museum.
HAVE FUN and watch out for crotch rockets on the tail of the dragon, they have been hitting it hard this year.
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 06-25-2023 at 07:22 AM.
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At the begining of the rattler there is a store called Fergusons . They have shirts there, a place to eat and hardware store. That is where I bought my shirts.
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