Dragon tail

[JCSMOKE]

Watched hell roads, I'm smart enough to know that the tail of the dragon is way too dangerous for me to try Looks like it could be fun but until I get to become god and can keep everyone else off the thing when I'm on it, I'll pass for everyone's safety.

[Lamonster]

I ride that road 4 to 5 times a month in good weather and 1 or 2 times when it gets cold. It can be a handful but I respect the road and trust everyone is going to do something stupid.

[Paula(Butch2025)]

It was a good segment on the Dragon. We've ridden the Dragon (two up) on a couple of trips to the area...my husband is a super safe rider and it was quite the ride. You gotta watch out for everyone else on there not just you, but very worth the risks.
--Paula

[Chazzman]

I first rode the Dragon in 1987 on two wheels, have ridden it many times over the years. It doesn't do much for me anymore...I can think of many better roads. It was fun back in the day.

[pauly1]

I have made two roads on the show: the Tail and Us550 (Red Mountain Pass) in CO. Respect the danger of the road and stop to look at the scenary. All going to the Spyder Owners Event in Durango will have easy access to US550.

Respect and enjoy!!

Wayne

[Pandy]

Yes, the Dragon is indeed a hoot, but now having done it a few times, there are other roads nearby with a lot less traffic than can be equally challenging. Not to take anything away from skilled riders but we found the Tail of the Dragon to be an interesting, curvy road with a great press agent.

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[warp10]

Better to ride it during the week, lots less traffic.

[rogerb]

Have done it three times now. Plan on doing it on the way home from Spyderfest and then up the Blueridge Parkway. A little longer way home back to Maine.

[joe schmoe]

The Dragon is totally safe, it is the rider who over drives his/her skills are the ones who make the Dragon dangerous...Like Lamonster I ride the Dragon on a regular basis, as long as you respect the road and drive within your skills the road is a BLAST!!

The first time Betty Boop was out on her RT-S we either had to ride 3 hours back through N.C. or ride about a hour via the Dragon. She rode the Dragon and handled it like a champ...She just rode within her skill set....Come on down and ryde it you won't regret it!!

[Bob Denman]

..."riding within your skill set"... A very nice way to put it and excellent advice as well! Any road or curcumstance is only as dangerous as the loose nut on the bars!

[granpa in Cincy]

Here's one way to do it!

[wildwoman]

The tail of the dragon is a blast! If you are in the area I really recommend doing it.
It's only 11 miles but has 318 curves. It is as safe as you make it.

[MouthPiece]

I've ridden it several times with wife (two wheels and three). I personally prefer "the sweepers". I can see much more scenery that way.

Chris

[joe schmoe]

Here's one way to do it!

Yep, Yellow Wolf can ride the fire out of the Dragon on his Goldwing!!

[Mr. White]

Watched hell roads, I'm smart enough to know that the tail of the dragon is way too dangerous for me to try Looks like it could be fun but until I get to become god and can keep everyone else off the thing when I'm on it, I'll pass for everyone's safety.

When is Hell Roads on and what channel. Thanks.

[HntngTrout]

When is Hell Roads on and what channel. Thanks.

Discovery channel last night. Re-Airs again on Discovery Saturday at 10pm EST and 12pm EST....

[ARtraveler]

Based on the 10 minutes or so that was given on the Dragons's Tail--I think I will avoid that one. It was scarry to see all the semi's and people who seemed to be riding beyond their abilities. I am surprised they have not banned semi's from that road.

I would have no problerm riding the road--but it's the unknown from the "other" drivers that scare me on that one.

My area has at least 5 roads that are similar, with steep inclines, lots of curves, 10 miles long or so, and beautiful scenery that I can drive on when I get the urge. The good thing is that they are not as busy, and you do not feel like you are taking your life into your hands every time you drive them. I have posted lots of pictures from these types of roads.

To each their own--if you drive the Dragon, be safe.

[zrc]

Semi's are illegal on that road in NC, just not in TN.

[Mr. White]

Discovery channel last night. Re-Airs again on Discovery Saturday at 10pm EST and 12pm EST....

Thanks, I will put the word out to my riding group...the Hill Country Road Riders.

[ThreeFeet]

How much of your pegs and chrome did you loose on that trip??? Sounded like you would have to replace something under there!

[JJW SpyderRider]

I have not had the chance to do the dragon on a bike but did it in december with a rental car. Came out of Knoxville and all the way to Murphy, NC. I only saw a group of four bikes and one single rider. The best part I was able to go as fast as I wanted and only came up behind 2 cars for no more than a mile. It was a real workout. I found another route for the ride home that I liked even better, great curves without the full workout. I'm not sure I would want to ride it on the Spyder with stock shocks .

[ThreeWheels]

Watched hell roads, I'm smart enough to know that the tail of the dragon is way too dangerous for me to try Looks like it could be fun but until I get to become god and can keep everyone else off the thing when I'm on it, I'll pass for everyone's safety.

It's a lovely road. Don't be scared.

Just to reiterate what others have posted

No one

NO one

NO ONE says you have to take it at supralegal speeds.

You can go 25 MPH easily.

But I'm sure you've heard this before:
Ride your OWN ride. Go as slow or as fast as you feel comfortable.
That goes for any road, and any vehicle at any time.

Of course, as always, my free advice comes with a double your money back guarantee.

[GA-SPYDER]

Yes, the Dragon is indeed a hoot, but now having done it a few times, there are other roads nearby with a lot less traffic than can be equally challenging. Not to take anything away from skilled riders but we found the Tail of the Dragon to be an interesting, curvy road with a great press agent.

PatrickDragon3.jpg

Have rode it several times two and three wheels. I like the way you put it. "curvy road with a great press agent"

[currin20fan]

Hmmm....I'm from the flat lands. I'd probably kill myself.

[dancogan]

I guess I'd offer 2 pieces of advice to those who haven't ridden it before: Ride early in the morning when there isn't much traffic and you'll have fewer idiots coming at you in your lane, and secondly - concentrate on the road. It's not a road for sightseeing, as the curves just keep coming.

The first time I rode it I was all in second gear and was surprised that it really wasn't that difficult. I felt I earned the t-shirt when I got down to Deals Gap!