*** 4th Annual Solstice/Sky at the Dragon August 6th - 9th, 2009 *** - Page 2

**SolsticeWolf** · 08-31-2008, 12:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KYGXP

Lets talk about why they are important.....

You do not have to talk on it unless there is a problem.... Most of the use of radios are for the lead cars and sweepers but the cars inbetween need to know if there are problems. This is for everyones safety. At the Dragon, Semi's cut the road very badly and with a radio if you are in the middle of the pack or the back of the pack you would get the most updated information from the lead car. Radios are a must on roads such as this and also 555 in Ohio with the blind hills with curves... Again just because you have one you do not have to talk on it..... but it is needed to listen to......

When I lead I like to state if I am turning or if there is a stop for some reason.... This is so the people who are driving solo dont have to take their eyes off the road..... I also like to know when everyone is through a stop.... So there are various reasons to have one.

Thanks for elaborating, Kim!

Druid-2 · 08-31-2008, 05:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KYGXP

Lets talk about why they are important.....

You do not have to talk on it unless there is a problem.... Most of the use of radios are for the lead cars and sweepers but the cars inbetween need to know if there are problems. This is for everyones safety. At the Dragon, Semi's cut the road very badly and with a radio if you are in the middle of the pack or the back of the pack you would get the most updated information from the lead car. Radios are a must on roads such as this and also 555 in Ohio with the blind hills with curves... Again just because you have one you do not have to talk on it..... but it is needed to listen to......

When I lead I like to state if I am turning or if there is a stop for some reason.... This is so the people who are driving solo dont have to take their eyes off the road..... I also like to know when everyone is through a stop.... So there are various reasons to have one.

May I piggyback on this please

If you don't already own....buy a set with headphones
(some have vox..bu they are basically useless with the top down)
earphones let you hear things CLEARLY whereas if the radio is on your seat or in your lap what you hear may be garbled a bit and you may have to ask for a repeat.

Also...the main use is informational although there are "some" people who feel the need to keep up a running dialogue about bunnies or BVD fluff ...or squirrels or crabapples or COWS. This CAN (not always ) take away from crucial instructions....so we "try" to keep the banter to a minimum.

**SolsticeWolf** · 09-01-2008, 11:58 AM

For those wondering, we will once agian have fees. Right now we are waiting on figures for meals and shirts. Once we get those nailed down we'll broadcast the fee amount. Also starting this year we will be offering payment via Paypal...

**turbolift** · 09-03-2008, 09:25 PM

I guess we're a definite now. We decided to do this event instead of going to Aruba for our second vacation of 2009. It's cheaper.

Anybody know how long the drive is from Gatlinburg to Fontana Village?

Don

SkyhighNY · 09-03-2008, 10:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by turbolift

I guess we're a definite now. We decided to do this event instead of going to Aruba for our second vacation of 2009. It's cheaper.

Anybody know how long the drive is from Gatlinburg to Fontana Village?

Don

This is what maps.google says...

Driving directions to Gatlinburg, TN
67.5 mi – about 1 hour 54 mins

It may change slightly once you put in a specific street address.

Appygirl · 09-03-2008, 10:12 PM

It's probably about an hour to 2 hours depending on traffic, route you take, and whether you want to test the THP. I have tested and won on occasion, but lost this past year.

**SolsticeWolf** · 09-04-2008, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by turbolift

I guess we're a definite now. We decided to do this event instead of going to Aruba for our second vacation of 2009. It's cheaper.

Anybody know how long the drive is from Gatlinburg to Fontana Village?

Don

Got your registration. Welcome to the party and see you in August!

Nice choice of the Smokies over Aruba, BTW. I'm an Alabamian so you'll understand me when I say I doubt you'll have a local drug you, use you for their jollies and then throw you in the ocean!

**turbolift** · 09-04-2008, 01:07 PM

I was in the Smokies back in 1964 I think. I was in 4th grade and we did a bus tour to Gatlinburg and Clingman Dome from Parkersburg WV. Looking at the Clingman Dome website pictures I have to say it hasn't changed much since I was there. I know it's been awhile since I've been back to that area but I think we're really going to enjoy this adventure.

Don

**G8TR** · 09-04-2008, 06:04 PM

You Will!! You Will!!

KYGXP · 09-04-2008, 09:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by turbolift

I guess we're a definite now. We decided to do this event instead of going to Aruba for our second vacation of 2009. It's cheaper.

Anybody know how long the drive is from Gatlinburg to Fontana Village?

Don

Don.... Glad to see another KY Driver goin.....

**rick112** · 09-08-2008, 10:59 PM

I hope to be there.

ChiliSky · 09-09-2008, 12:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rick112

I hope to be there.

Translation: For dam sure we WILL be there, not missing the fun......

**SolsticeWolf** · 09-10-2008, 05:03 PM

The reputation of the Dragon as being one of the ultimate sportscar and motorcycle roads is not confined to North America alone. Thanks to the World Wide Web, the experience of the Tail of the Dragon draws Sports Car and motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world.

Case in point, compliments of the weekly blog from our friend, killboy:

killboy.com: All the Way from ... Europe??

Follow the links in the comments of of that picture. That MINI had just previously been turning hot laps on the 'Ring!!! ( the Nürburgring ,for those not in the now, one of the most if not most acclaimed tracks in all of Europe)

It is not unheard of for such drivers who take in the tracks of Europe , the Autobahn and the Alps, transport their exotic beauties and supercars across the sea to come face to face wiht the Tail of the Dragon!!

Barry · 09-10-2008, 05:11 PM

"HEY"...you know!

ChiliSky · 09-10-2008, 05:54 PM

NO 'we are not there yet' SOOOOON

**SolsticeWolf** · 09-19-2008, 05:04 PM

Keep em coming, everybody!!

We've got 20 cars signed up now, other than we putting this together!!!

320 days till the the Party in the Smokies starts!!!

Maddening, isn't it???

(No, Barry!! We arent there yet!!! Please be patient!! )

PS: We have now come thru with what we promised at the SEM announcement!! You can now access the Event website more easily by using: Solsticeskyatthedragon.com !!!

Barry · 09-20-2008, 07:43 AM

Cajun Sky Turbo · 09-20-2008, 10:34 AM

Hey guys, been down with a crashed computer but am now sporting a new laptop that allows me to keep up with whats been going on in the forum. Glad to see that we have a date set for next years event and you can count on us being there again. It's a great get away and we are looking forward to seeing more of the great folks we met this year. Guess now I need to get the registration filled out and see what room I can get reserved at Fontana Lodge, hope all the good ones aren't taken.

09-01-2008, 11:58 AM	#33 (permalink)
SolsticeWolf Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Can you hear the Dragon calling? Posts: 314 My Photos: (0)	Fees For those wondering, we will once agian have fees. Right now we are waiting on figures for meals and shirts. Once we get those nailed down we'll broadcast the fee amount. Also starting this year we will be offering payment via Paypal... __________________ Honda Associate, Solstice Owner 2006 Mysterious Steel/Sand Loaded except OnStar and XM Tail of the Dragon 2006 Video ... Solstice/Sky at the Dragon Official Website ...

09-03-2008, 09:25 PM	#34 (permalink)
turbolift Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Bowling Green, Kentucky Posts: 44 My Photos: (0)	I guess we're a definite now. We decided to do this event instead of going to Aruba for our second vacation of 2009. It's cheaper. Anybody know how long the drive is from Gatlinburg to Fontana Village? Don __________________ 2008 Redline Black/Black/Black 5 speed Spoiler 6 Disk CD Changer Monsoon Speakers aka: Elvira

09-03-2008, 10:12 PM	#36 (permalink)
Appygirl Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: central, IL Posts: 227 My Photos: (0)	It's probably about an hour to 2 hours depending on traffic, route you take, and whether you want to test the THP. I have tested and won on occasion, but lost this past year. __________________ Appygirl Bloomington, IL At The Gap There Be Dragons!!!!! http://www.freewebs.com/solsticeskyatthedragon/

09-04-2008, 01:07 PM	#38 (permalink)
turbolift Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Bowling Green, Kentucky Posts: 44 My Photos: (0)	I was in the Smokies back in 1964 I think. I was in 4th grade and we did a bus tour to Gatlinburg and Clingman Dome from Parkersburg WV. Looking at the Clingman Dome website pictures I have to say it hasn't changed much since I was there. I know it's been awhile since I've been back to that area but I think we're really going to enjoy this adventure. Don __________________ 2008 Redline Black/Black/Black 5 speed Spoiler 6 Disk CD Changer Monsoon Speakers aka: Elvira

09-04-2008, 06:04 PM	#39 (permalink)
G8TR Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 784 My Photos: (3)	You Will!! You Will!! __________________ Life is happenstance, coincidence and what you do to make a difference. Make the best of what you have, work for more and hope for health.

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09-08-2008, 10:59 PM	#41 (permalink)
rick112 Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Toronto Posts: 2,190 My Photos: (0)	I hope to be there. __________________ Chili Pepper Red & Tan VIN 4927 Preorder July/05 Ordered January 23/06 Preferenced May 22/06 TPW July 10/06 Built July 11/06 Shipped July 14/06 Invoiced July 17/06 At dealership July 31/06 My driveway August 2/06

09-10-2008, 05:03 PM	#43 (permalink)
SolsticeWolf Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Can you hear the Dragon calling? Posts: 314 My Photos: (0)	International Appeal The reputation of the Dragon as being one of the ultimate sportscar and motorcycle roads is not confined to North America alone. Thanks to the World Wide Web, the experience of the Tail of the Dragon draws Sports Car and motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world. Case in point, compliments of the weekly blog from our friend, killboy: killboy.com: All the Way from ... Europe?? Follow the links in the comments of of that picture. That MINI had just previously been turning hot laps on the 'Ring!!! ( the Nürburgring ,for those not in the now, one of the most if not most acclaimed tracks in all of Europe) It is not unheard of for such drivers who take in the tracks of Europe , the Autobahn and the Alps, transport their exotic beauties and supercars across the sea to come face to face wiht the Tail of the Dragon!! __________________ Honda Associate, Solstice Owner 2006 Mysterious Steel/Sand Loaded except OnStar and XM Tail of the Dragon 2006 Video ... Solstice/Sky at the Dragon Official Website ...

09-10-2008, 05:11 PM	#44 (permalink)
Barry First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Spring Hill Fl Posts: 587 My Photos: (49)	"HEY"...you know! __________________ I See Red Lines 08 Sky Red Line Silver - 12-16-07 07 Ion 07 Sky Red Line Silver - 9-22-06 07 Base Sky Silver - 3-06 07 Aura 07 Saturn Outlook XR 06 Saturn Vue 4-04 Ion Red Lines 2-03 EFX Ion Coupes 2-02 EFX SC2 Coupes 2-98 SL2's

09-10-2008, 05:54 PM	#45 (permalink)
ChiliSky First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Marietta, South Carolina and Guelph, ON Canada Posts: 1,079 My Photos: (2)	NO 'we are not there yet' SOOOOON __________________ JOIN US FOR 2009 TAIL OF THE DRAGON http://www.freewebs.com/solsticeskyatthedragon/ There once was a Kappa named Chili Who loved the back roads that were hilly Afraid of no turn She made those hoops burn I tell you that girl is a dilly BY DRUID

09-19-2008, 05:04 PM	#46 (permalink)
SolsticeWolf Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Can you hear the Dragon calling? Posts: 314 My Photos: (0)	Update!!! Keep em coming, everybody!! We've got 20 cars signed up now, other than we putting this together!!! 320 days till the the Party in the Smokies starts!!! Maddening, isn't it??? (No, Barry!! We arent there yet!!! Please be patient!! ) PS: We have now come thru with what we promised at the SEM announcement!! You can now access the Event website more easily by using: Solsticeskyatthedragon.com !!! __________________ Honda Associate, Solstice Owner 2006 Mysterious Steel/Sand Loaded except OnStar and XM Tail of the Dragon 2006 Video ... Solstice/Sky at the Dragon Official Website ...

09-20-2008, 07:43 AM	#47 (permalink)
Barry First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Spring Hill Fl Posts: 587 My Photos: (49)	ok __________________ I See Red Lines 08 Sky Red Line Silver - 12-16-07 07 Ion 07 Sky Red Line Silver - 9-22-06 07 Base Sky Silver - 3-06 07 Aura 07 Saturn Outlook XR 06 Saturn Vue 4-04 Ion Red Lines 2-03 EFX Ion Coupes 2-02 EFX SC2 Coupes 2-98 SL2's

09-20-2008, 10:34 AM	#48 (permalink)
Cajun Sky Turbo Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 64 My Photos: (0)	Totd 2009 Hey guys, been down with a crashed computer but am now sporting a new laptop that allows me to keep up with whats been going on in the forum. Glad to see that we have a date set for next years event and you can count on us being there again. It's a great get away and we are looking forward to seeing more of the great folks we met this year. Guess now I need to get the registration filled out and see what room I can get reserved at Fontana Lodge, hope all the good ones aren't taken. __________________ Cajun Sky The Older I Get, The Better I used To Be!! Charcoal Grey 5 speed Leather Premium Audio W/6 Disc CD/MP3 Chrome Wheels Stubby Antenna Custom Swamp Theme Wind Ristrictor Born 11/15/07