Modern Vespa

OK it is for real this time. Sorry about the confusion on the last attempt.

We will be gathering at Two Wheel Inn Resort on May 16th - 19th. They have blocked rooms 1-9 for us. They will hold the block for two weeks. Then if they start getting booking requests they will give me a courtesy call to let me know.

The number is 828-479-4248 and the blocked rooms are under MP3 Gathering. The cost is $110.00 per night and that includes the tax. I have already booked Rm 1 for myself.

Cancellations made prior to 14 days of your reserved check in date are refundable minus a $25.00 cancellation fee, per room. If cancellation is requested within 14 days of check-in date, then the deposit(s) are forfeited for each room being cancelled. No refunds for early departure. The person I arranged the room block with is Pam. https://twowheelinn.com/our-rooms/inn-rooms/

Two Wheel Inn
2595 Tallulah Rd, US 129
Robbinsville, NC 28771
https://twowheelinn.com/

There is Wi-Fi there and there is good cell signal. 200+ tv channels, covered pavilion with a BBQ grill we can use too. There is also a bike wash station that is on site for folks to use as well. Inn rooms also include a garage next to your room for your bike.

OAD and Fuzzy mapped routes here back in 2012.

Let us know if you have any questions and please chime in if you make reservations. Let us know your room number and if your splitting the room or if your looking for someone to split with so we can keep up with availabilities. All rooms have two twin beds.

Confirmed so far:
Rm #1 - Stickyfrog (and possibly Mrs. Stickyfrog)
Rm #2 - LM15
Rm #3 - CubsKing99 (and possibly family)
Rm #? - kevink
Rm #? - Fuzzy

Some of the named roads we will probably be riding:
The Dragon
Hellbender / Moonshiner 28
Cherohola Skyway
Foothills Parkway
Little River road
Newfound Gap Rd. (hwy 441 thru the national park)
Wayah Rd.




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Adding myself to the Discussion to get email updates.
Between now and then I need to do some long rides to see if my Back can handle this trip. I remember passing this place going to the Dragon a number of years ago.

Thanks for the FYI Stickyfrog...

Keith LaBorde
Marietta, Georgia

Just to add when I called them there were only about 12 rooms left. It seems a lot of places up there are booking early this year. Three places I tried in Maggie valley were fully booked for that weekend.

I felt lucky Two Wheels let us block off 9 of their rooms for two weeks.

Sticky, does the two week hold on the block of rooms mean they will release the unreserved ones on Friday, October 20th of this year?

Only if they get request for bookings and need the rooms after that timeframe. They will give me a courtesy call before they release the blocked rooms.

I am waiting on my ortho doc to see what's up with my left arm before I can commit to a reservation. Nov 15 should be able to yeah or nay.

I just got off the phone and I've got room 3 reserved with 2 twin beds. I don't know yet if my parents will be able to make it or not, but they're going to try to come if their schedule allows.

Mark

Updated.

I'm booked. Almost missed this link. No room number given.

Great! List updated. Are you looking to split your room? I will add that in the list in the first post if you want me to.

Nope, I won't be splitting the room. Thanks.

I booked a room. Did not give me a room number.

OK list updated. That is 5 rooms taken and I have not been contacted that the block for 9 has been lifted so there should be 4 more available.

Yesterday I got a heads up from a friend that they're planning on repaving the Dragon in the spring. So we might get some really pristine road (if we even route through 129) or it might still be under construction, depending on how things go...

Mark

Likely doing work during gathering. Will keep some folks away so other rides in area may be great.

This was on Facebook:

"The Dragon will undergo a resurfacing project in 2024. Here is the most up to date information:

The project is currently scheduled to be let in late March but anticipate the work would not begin until late April/early May at the earliest and be complete by early to mid-summer. These projects do typically take 6 to 8 weeks to complete but the major traffic impacts would be 3 to 4 weeks of that timeframe. The paving operations will close one lane in the area of work and will be a moving operation. The traffic will be controlled by flagging operations and the work should move quickly once started.

Typically the work schedule is flexible between the letting date and the contract completion date which has not been established at this time, but once the contractor has started work he is required to continue work until project is complete. Based on recent schedules , most of our contractors have typically been working Monday through Friday from 7 or 8 am to 5 or 6 pm unless there is a bad weather day during the week that may force the contractor to work on Saturday, but when no work is occurring on the project, all lanes will be open. "

I will probably come into Robbinsville through 129 so I will get an idea if the dragon is worth riding. The 129 Hub site says that unless they have a lot of bad weather no work will happen on the weekends and both lanes should be open.

My only question is: Will the paving machines be allowed to pass the Harleys?

You will miss our usual meetup for lunch at Tellico Grains. I think we should count on Tail not being part of ride. Even if not working there will be steps in pavement at centerline MCs thick as flies on weekend.

You are probably right. Maybe I will leave on the 15th and ride to Robbinsville then back over to Tellico Plains and spend the night. Maximize twisty time.

OK we have a total of 5 rooms booked. There are two more available but Two Wheels just called me to give me a heads up that they won't be held anymore so if anyone wants one get on the stick.

Well it looks like I won't have the 500 ready in time for this gathering so I will be on the 250. Hopefully I will have it ready for the fall.

So my parents will be joining us. But apparently they decided that the other twin bed in my room won't cut it, so they called the other day and booked the last room with a single King bed. So if anyone is looking to split a room, I may have a bed available...

Mark

Saw the below this morning. Dragon paving will be during our gathering. No work on weekend, but partial completion means a dangerous step at centerline where only one direction has new pavement. Also some grooved pavement without asphalt put down yet. Good thing there are lots of good roads in area and this work may reduce number of folks in area.

"FYI for all u dragoneers

Spread the word, and keep in mind that this will be Mon-Thurs during daytime only.

We just got word from TDOT Today:

"We held a preconstruction conference with the contractor today on the referenced [Hwy 129 Repave] project. They provided us with an estimated start date of the 1st week of May. They did mention this date is their goal but it could push out by a week or so. Right now their plan is to pave and perform necessary lane closure activities during daylight hours Mondays through Thursdays beginning in the southbound direction towards the North Carolina state line. Our contract stipulates that once the work affecting traffic begins, it must be completed within 35 calendar days. So ideally the paving will be complete sometime in mid to late June.

If you could please spread the word on your end for drivers during this time period to expect single lane closures that would be great. There will be advanced warning messages as well as officers with flashing lights to assist with the traffic control operations."
This was put out by Killboy."

Well, I have to cancel out. I do a small bit of consulting work and a previous commitment that I hoped would change, didn't. Unfortunately, I have to be out of town through Friday and there is no way to get to Robbinsville in time for a Saturday ride.

Have a great time and safe ride!

Sorry, Kevin. We're going to miss you

OK due to medical reasons, excessive travel, funerals and weather I am officially cancelling this gathering. I just called Two Wheels and cancelled my room. Unfortunately, we are inside the window so you will lose your deposit which is for the first night. I am not upset about it because with the resurfacing of the Dragon Pam said they have had a lot of cancellations so I am glad to help.

So. If you have a reservation at Two Wheels you need to cancel it yourself if you are not going to use the room. Talk to Pam at 828-479-4248. I told her we may see her in the fall.

Thanks Sticky. I've cancelled my reservation.

Thanks Sticky, I have also cancelled. Looking forward to a Fall Gathering.

That's too bad. I was really looking forward to this

Me too Cubs. Shit happens. I just had a new rear tire mounted and the guy did a good job but mounted it the wrong rotation. An omen I guess.

Hi everybody, unfortunately the Spring 2024 Gathering was cancelled due to weather.

However, I am proposing a date for the Fall Gathering 2024 of September 12-15 at Tims Ford State Park in Winchester, TN.

https://tnstateparks.com/parks/tims-ford

Any thoughts on this?

Cabin information:

DELUXE TWO-BEDROOM CABINS
Category: Deluxe
Rates: $153 — $307
Taxes and fees are not included. Rates subject to change. $5 reservation fee per cabin is non-refundable. $10 cancellation fee per cabin applies. Pets are only permitted in designated pet-friendly cabins. There is an additional charge of $20 per night, per pet.

The park has 20 two-bedroom, one-bath cabins situated on the wooded slopes of Tims Ford Lake. The cabins are equipped with oven, stove, microwave, full-size refrigerator, cooking and serving utensils, coffee maker, toaster and linens. Every cabin features a seasonal gas fireplace, outdoor balcony, a charcoal grill and one TV with 12 channels of DirecTV.

Cabins 2 to 13 have two bedrooms; one with a king bed and the second with two full beds. (Occupancy = 6)
Cabins 14 to 19 have two bedrooms: both bedrooms have two full beds. (Occupancy = 8)
ADA Cabins 1 & 20 have two bedrooms: one with a full bed and the other with two full beds. (Occupancy = 6)
Our pet-friendly cabins are Cabins 1, 9, 13, 14.
Cabin discounts are only available on reservations made within 30 days of arrival date. Only one discount per cabin. Each discounted cabin must be occupied by a discount-eligible guest. Cabins are available by reservation year-round with a two-night minimum (holidays and other special events may require longer minimum stays) and can be reserved up to a year in advance online with reservations being made through the park office up to thirteen months in advance. Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM. Pets are only permitted in cabins 1, 9 ,13, and 14.

looks good Mike , plenty available during that time. I am down for it

This sounds interesting. I'm only 70 miles from there. I'll put It on the calendar, try to make it happen.
But I'll be on my GTS tho.

You won't be the first GTS at a gathering.

GTS Attacked.... News at 11:00

I will be on a GTS as well.

The Fall Gathering 2024 in September, 2024 has been cancelled due to schedule conflicts and health issues.

Hopefully we can resume in 2025.

I pray good health and safe riding to all.