***ZDAYZ May 18-20, 2007 - The Premiere East Coast Z event***
05-14-2007, 10:57 AM
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Originally Posted by VandyZ
As of last year . . .they do sell beer now in the area, and they have liquor by the drink at the resort but it is a "dry county" and there no liquor stores within an hour drive I would say. So do what we do . . . bring everything you can! Once the sunsets, its one big party up there. Dont be left out!
05-14-2007, 12:57 PM
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For the new guys/gals:
Drive the Dragon at your skill level - don't try to push it or keep up with faster vehicles.
STAY IN YOUR LANE, There are videos available for sale that show vehicles cutting the corners and taking chances that might appear "fun" while sitting in your easy chair. BEWARE ! This style of driving on the Dragon can cost you dearly. The challenge of the Dragon is to take the many curves in the best line possible and both lanes IS NOT "the line". Drive Florida if you like to straighten out the curves.
Do NOT sightsee. The Dragon is to drive, not to watch the sights. On many runs I don't even see what is on the side of the road. I'm watching the roadway way ahead.
Look far ahead at the road, curves, bushes, other vehicles, etc. If you haven't seen the hazards right in front of you, you are going to hit them anyway, so you might as well pay attention to what you have time to avoid.
We have seen deer, bear, turkeys, and wild boar on the roadway. Be ready to brake and slow. When we say brake we DO NOT mean slamming on the brakes. That will get you turned around in a hurry and it’s no fun looking at where you’ve been at any speed.
Maintain a "safe zone". Keep a safe distance between you and the vehicle ahead of you. Watch your rear view mirrors for faster vehicles. If you see a faster rider/driver coming up behind you, pull over to the right of your lane, slow down just a little, and wave them around. It is much safer to let a faster vehicle around you than to try to outrun them. NEVER stay left trying to keep someone from passing you. NEVER pull off the road onto the shoulder unless it is at one of the pull-off parking areas. It may be illegal to pass on the Dragon, but I'll let a faster vehicle get around me to protect my safe zone.
THIS IS NOT THE WAY TO TAKE THE CORNERS !!!
THIS IS NOT THE WAY TO TAKE THE CORNERS !!!
There will always be faster drivers than you. Don't try to be the King of the Dragon.
Drive the Dragon many times before trying to challenge it. Then you still need to respect it at all times.
DO NOT STAND ON THE BRAKES if you see danger ahead. You are much better off to tap the brakes and maintain control. Some 90% of the accidents on the Dragon are due to speed and then over-braking.
If you see another vehicle coming at you in your lane, hug the white line in your lane. In all likelihood you can avoid trucks and trailers if you stay alert and watch ahead.
DO NOT be spooked by other vehicles. DO NOT make sudden avoidance moves. You might have to adjust your line to avoid a car, truck, or bike, but DO NOT lay on the brakes or turn off the roadway suddenly unless that is the only out you have. Motorcycles might dent your car, but that is better than going off the bank and hitting a tree sideways. If a cycle is in your lane that is their mistake and problem … don’t let them force you into a worse situation for yourself.
Trucks are usually traveling at a very slow speed and you should have time to stop and back-up if you see one coming at you and taking the whole corner. Watch for signals from drivers/riders coming at you. Many times they will escort a big truck over the Dragon and wave a warning to you to pull over. DO NOT ignore these warnings.
Avoid driving hard on the Dragon in heavy traffic times. Weekends from 11 am to 5 pm are the busiest. These are the times to lay back and enjoy watching the "show" go by.
The early mornings (before 11 am ) and the late afternoons (after 5 pm ) have the least traffic.
ALWAYS stay 100% alert. You do not have the advantage of relaxing on the Dragon.
Make sure your vehicle is mechanically sound and that your tires are good.
Plan to make several runs, the first is always a nervous one .... then you can have fun on the second and third.
DO NOT over-use your brakes. Use your gears and DOWNSHIFT. A good Dragon driver WILL NOT use a lot of brakes.
Focus - do not daydream. Watch the road, your mirrors, and pay attention to other bikes/cars/trucks.
99% of the accidents on the Dragon come from the following:
Too much speed
Too much brakes
Inattentiveness
Driving above your abilities
http://www.tailofthedragon.com/dragon_howtodrive.html
How to Drive the Dragon
Drive the Dragon at your skill level - don't try to push it or keep up with faster vehicles.
STAY IN YOUR LANE, There are videos available for sale that show vehicles cutting the corners and taking chances that might appear "fun" while sitting in your easy chair. BEWARE ! This style of driving on the Dragon can cost you dearly. The challenge of the Dragon is to take the many curves in the best line possible and both lanes IS NOT "the line". Drive Florida if you like to straighten out the curves.
Do NOT sightsee. The Dragon is to drive, not to watch the sights. On many runs I don't even see what is on the side of the road. I'm watching the roadway way ahead.
Look far ahead at the road, curves, bushes, other vehicles, etc. If you haven't seen the hazards right in front of you, you are going to hit them anyway, so you might as well pay attention to what you have time to avoid.
We have seen deer, bear, turkeys, and wild boar on the roadway. Be ready to brake and slow. When we say brake we DO NOT mean slamming on the brakes. That will get you turned around in a hurry and it’s no fun looking at where you’ve been at any speed.
Maintain a "safe zone". Keep a safe distance between you and the vehicle ahead of you. Watch your rear view mirrors for faster vehicles. If you see a faster rider/driver coming up behind you, pull over to the right of your lane, slow down just a little, and wave them around. It is much safer to let a faster vehicle around you than to try to outrun them. NEVER stay left trying to keep someone from passing you. NEVER pull off the road onto the shoulder unless it is at one of the pull-off parking areas. It may be illegal to pass on the Dragon, but I'll let a faster vehicle get around me to protect my safe zone.
THIS IS NOT THE WAY TO TAKE THE CORNERS !!!
THIS IS NOT THE WAY TO TAKE THE CORNERS !!!
There will always be faster drivers than you. Don't try to be the King of the Dragon.
Drive the Dragon many times before trying to challenge it. Then you still need to respect it at all times.
DO NOT STAND ON THE BRAKES if you see danger ahead. You are much better off to tap the brakes and maintain control. Some 90% of the accidents on the Dragon are due to speed and then over-braking.
If you see another vehicle coming at you in your lane, hug the white line in your lane. In all likelihood you can avoid trucks and trailers if you stay alert and watch ahead.
DO NOT be spooked by other vehicles. DO NOT make sudden avoidance moves. You might have to adjust your line to avoid a car, truck, or bike, but DO NOT lay on the brakes or turn off the roadway suddenly unless that is the only out you have. Motorcycles might dent your car, but that is better than going off the bank and hitting a tree sideways. If a cycle is in your lane that is their mistake and problem … don’t let them force you into a worse situation for yourself.
Trucks are usually traveling at a very slow speed and you should have time to stop and back-up if you see one coming at you and taking the whole corner. Watch for signals from drivers/riders coming at you. Many times they will escort a big truck over the Dragon and wave a warning to you to pull over. DO NOT ignore these warnings.
Avoid driving hard on the Dragon in heavy traffic times. Weekends from 11 am to 5 pm are the busiest. These are the times to lay back and enjoy watching the "show" go by.
The early mornings (before 11 am ) and the late afternoons (after 5 pm ) have the least traffic.
ALWAYS stay 100% alert. You do not have the advantage of relaxing on the Dragon.
Make sure your vehicle is mechanically sound and that your tires are good.
Plan to make several runs, the first is always a nervous one .... then you can have fun on the second and third.
DO NOT over-use your brakes. Use your gears and DOWNSHIFT. A good Dragon driver WILL NOT use a lot of brakes.
Focus - do not daydream. Watch the road, your mirrors, and pay attention to other bikes/cars/trucks.
99% of the accidents on the Dragon come from the following:
Too much speed
Too much brakes
Inattentiveness
Driving above your abilities
05-14-2007, 05:17 PM
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Another thing to add for the n00bs on the dragon. If you see a biker or a car drive by you and push their hand down toward the pavement that means slow down, their is either a cop/semi/wreck/gravel up ahead.
05-14-2007, 06:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Alberto
One more Q-to the guys running this. I have a buddy that wants to come up and be part of the activities and dinner on Friday. I only saw a Saturday only or both days registration on the site, how can he be a part of everything on Friday?
05-14-2007, 08:18 PM
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the liquor situation sucked last time i was down there. we stayed over in asheville and as soon as the sun went down, it went dry. it sucks i didnt have the extra money for fontana and had to stay over in the k.o.a. which means i'll have to drink back at my cabin with the small group i'm with. unless somebody minds me passed out on their floor. or in the bath tub. or being spooned.
05-15-2007, 04:25 AM
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Originally Posted by Alberto
Buzzard can you help me with this?
When you get up there and register, they'll help you if he wants to pay for only Fri. or only Sat......
Just let the registration table know. If there are any problems ask for me Robin/buzzardmountain.....
05-15-2007, 12:42 PM
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hey guys i will be there all day thursday and most of the day friday.
MY350Z.com Shirts will be available from me for only $10(while supplies last)
i will also have lanyard and decals too. so make sure to come see me
MY350Z.com Shirts will be available from me for only $10(while supplies last)
i will also have lanyard and decals too. so make sure to come see me
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05-15-2007, 03:45 PM
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Again, is there a charge to just come in and see the car show on Saturday? I'm not planning on participating in the show or any other events. We live close enough to come up for the day and thought about checking out the show. Thanks
05-15-2007, 04:35 PM
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Originally Posted by tree 50
Again, is there a charge to just come in and see the car show on Saturday? I'm not planning on participating in the show or any other events. We live close enough to come up for the day and thought about checking out the show. Thanks
05-16-2007, 12:52 PM
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Anyone interested in FONTANA village ZDAYZ. i have some extra room on our houseboat in fontana village. Cheap, one - up front payment for all week (not including registration)
let me know ASAP!!! we had last minute drop out-s and have extra must needed to fill room.
let me know ASAP!!! we had last minute drop out-s and have extra must needed to fill room.