Visit to Franklin
Franklin pictures from my weekend trip.
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August 2007
Stay away from Tail of the Dragon
Since I got the new Corvette, I wanted to go do the Dragon. So this past Sunday (August 19), after visiting our friends in Franklin, Bryant and I drove to the Tail of the Dragon. I realized that there would be law enforcement officers (LEO) on the road, but I counted at least eight of them in an 11 mile stretch of highway when entering TN. It was my first time on the Dragon, so not knowing what to expect I took it very easy. It was a lot of fun taking the turns until an LEO screamed up behind me from out of nowhere (I guess they can speed without turning their lights on) and tailgates me for probably 8 miles. He was literally like 5 feet behind me. I found that you can only really go around 15-25 around the corners and the speed limit is 30mph. I’d be interested to find the video of the guy filming us. I’ll check the pictures from 129pics.com as well (since I remember that address)…
So what was a fun drive, turned into not getting rammed by the LEO behind me. Instead of going to the Dragon, may I suggest taking a cruise on the Cherohala Skyway where there were no LEOs and easy cruising. If you’re seeking a twisty road, try Wayah Road in Franlin, NC. No LEOs and cool scenery.
Update: I found pictures here. No idea why you’d buy a picture of your own car for $5 though.