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So I was going to go to Sturgis the first week of August (yes I know it's the week before) but we decided to cancel that trip. So a friend and I are planning to go to Athens, OH to do the Windy 9's on the 2nd and 3rd and then head south to spend the 6th & 7th in the Deals Gap area.
So two questions. Which of the Windy 9's should we concentrate on. I understand they're generally half day 100 mile or so rides so I'm hoping we can get 4 in. Which are the best?
And then Deals Gap. Of course we'll hit up the Dragon, what else should we look for?
Thanks in advance guys!
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(07-07-2020, 05:52 AM)KiowaEagle_imp Wrote: So I was going to go to Sturgis the first week of August (yes I know it's the week before) but we decided to cancel that trip. So a friend and I are planning to go to Athens, OH to do the Windy 9's on the 2nd and 3rd and then head south to spend the 6th & 7th in the Deals Gap area.
So two questions. Which of the Windy 9's should we concentrate on. I understand they're generally half day 100 mile or so rides so I'm hoping we can get 4 in. Which are the best?
And then Deals Gap. Of course we'll hit up the Dragon, what else should we look for?
Thanks in advance guys!
I really enjoyed the Cherhola Skyway--even more than the Dragon. Although I'd probably always run the Dragon again if I get out that way.
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KiowaEagle asked "....what else should we look for?"
KE, you have to be more specific with your question. Knowing you, you intended to ask "Where are the best bars/beer joints/pubs around these areas".
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(07-07-2020, 06:56 AM)suhawk305_imp Wrote: KiowaEagle asked "....what else should we look for?"
KE, you have to be more specific with your question. Knowing you, you intended to ask "Where are the best bars/beer joints/pubs around these areas".
You forgot strip joints....
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Good for you guys, have fun
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I'll follow your posts and perhaps join you for Deals Gap, KE. Let me know if you'd like to drop by here. Been trying to coordinate a visit by Mtneers, perhaps we could line up a "micro-rally". We have a very private downstairs, perfect for guests!
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Thanks for the invite Amos! As it happens I've been talking to Mtneers about it and he thought he might be able to join us for that leg of the journey.
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I might be able to join you on the Athens trip for a day or two. I've ridden that area a lot, but not familiar with the Windy 9 routes. I think I have their brochure upstairs, not sure. I know Roadrunner also did a Windy 9 story which I think I have.
As far as Deals Gap, Dragon, Cherhala, Moonshiner 28, Foothills Parkway, the Rattler, Babarosa Saloon Run, Thunder Road Loop,
PM me your phone number and I'll text you a map pic
Better yet I will send you a link via pm
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Be careful on the dragon. Way too many young kids in cars faster than their capabilities. No respect at all for sides of the road.
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(07-07-2020, 09:00 AM)PowerDubs_imp Wrote: Be careful on the dragon. Way too many young kids in cars faster than their capabilities. No respect at all for sides of the road.
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Yea, that's my one worry about that road. That and other bikes.
