I can’t believe I was there at the same time! My wife and I were in a cabin just up the hill. I saw your GT4 and thought “nah, it can’t be Matt”. Glad to see you out there, having fun.
Well done buddy.. I’ve been suffering with anxiety and panic attack whilst driving randomly and I love driving.. but I am slowly getting better each day and can go drive on my own now and for longer.
Congratulatons, Uncle Matty! Great to see you doing what you love again. Hope this is the breakthrough you've been waiting for so long. Great road, great car, great noise. Has me grinning ear to ear. Happy for you, Matty.
Ive just driven my car for the first time in 3 months due to a hearing / stress condition called Hypercusis that causes my hearing to go too loud when stressed which results in anxiety. Its easing now and I can relate to your joy of being able to drive your car again.
Careful crossing that double yellow! I know you are, but just saying - you never know what could be driving just as swift as you are from the other direction!
He put a couple disclaimers in the video when he did do that and while I agree, he was cautious with how he did it and would have been able to move back over if he saw anyone. There’s plenty of spots with tons of visibility where crossing the double yellow is safe but it’s definitely better to avoid it.
@@josephsamsor1698 I agree. There are times it's acceptable to cross safely and there are not. If you're unsure, slow down. The camera is also deceiving and it's easy to arm chair here. But I am also that guy coming around the corner at speed
@@utbigpapa Yeah, I know that road really well, and I only crossed over when I could see well out in front. When I crossed, I slowed down quite a bit. I was trying to avoid panic due to the drop off on my right.
@@ObsessedGarage yep, completely understand. The camera lens makes it deceiving on video. I can't imagine you of all people are running around blind corners on those roads as wide open as they are. The dragon would be a different story. I appreciate the engagement here and also appreciate you have no need to justify to me or anyone else
Your camera did a great job of capturing the curves! You're right, there's both a visual and a physical rhythm to the turns that you can begin to anticipate. Imagine riding THAT on a motorcycle where every left hand turn you're risking running wide and going off a cliff! We riders also have to worry about rocks, dirt or moisture on the road that might cause a tire to break traction. Very cool.
Heck yeah! Cool to see the progression in one drive. The giddiness you were expressing was what I was feeling also. God I love the mountains! Good hanging w ya man. Can’t wait for next year.
Your channel has helped me keep my e90 and why I continue to enjoy it. I am also OCD so watching someone similar has given me an outlet to understand what I can do to my car and future garage to improve them. Thank you for everything Matt.
I can watch this all day! I have been through several of those roads biking before. Having recently purchased a GT4 myself… I think it’s time to go back! What exhaust setup do you have? It sounds great!!!
Love the content. My only experience with this was picking up my 991.1 C2S in North Carolina and driving it home via Tail of the Dragon. Amazing roads, just amazing. But I was hating the fact that the car was in second the whole time. I found myself shifting to 3rd just because, and shifting right back. Porsche gearing really sucks. But man oh man, the roads are so fun and it's so beautiful there. I completely understand how you feel and glad you got yourself well enough to enjoy!
@@joetacchino4470 I hit 77 in the GT3 in second. If you watch some of my video's you'll see i'm in 3rd a lot. I even hit 4th on locals straight if i'm doing a hot run, have hit 101mph out there before :)
18:29 Omgggg it sounds too goood. 😂 Sexy Porschee soundss! Lets goo. 😎 Good to see youu out there again, and workin through the rough patches, any doubts you were having. Glad you completed the drive. Appreciate these uploads always.
Nice! Our group of about x10 p cars was out there and we actually passed you when you were parked at the gas station on Friday. I also brought out my 718 GT4 (gentian blue) and the roads were an absolute blast. I actually prefer these roads to the SoCal canyons where I used to live.
Great driving Matt, you did fantastic! Now I want to rip up the mountains with my Redline and listen to the supercharger whine. I got a taste of it three years ago in Mount Rainer National Park after visiting the Griot's flagship store.
Matt, im glad you got to rip it again in the mountains and overcame your anxieties. Some ass hat cut through a fiber line and a power line like a mile from my house and that killed me going on the OG trip as my home had no power and or services. I heard it rained a good bit anyway, but I still wish I would have been there. Oh well, next time
Good job Matty, i’m proud of you man I know it doesn’t mean much coming from some clown on RUclips! I sort of have somewhat of the same issue if I don’t know where I’m going I get panicked what works for me is looking on Google maps ahead of time trying to get the layout of the area.
a mountain trip lol i was in india and boy that was a mountain trip with dirt gravel rocks etc but yours seams to be ok i live in the uk and have travelled right across usa a marvelous country so is canada .
Is this the same event that you went to in your GT3 and you and fellow Porsche owners drive each other’s cars? In any case, thanks for the drive. I miss driving in NC as I live in flat Florida. Love your Porsche content.
Awesome ride! You did great. Good use out of that GT4! You belong in the mountains. Some people just do. That is where I belong and am lucky to live in the central coastal hills of California, despite all the whacko's. I do miss my 911's though even though I could not connect with the 991 C2S, which I sold. Struggling to figure out what to buy next, another P car, or make the jump to an "I" car...
Perfect road for the Gt4. It's a shame the gearing is so tall. Matt had you thought about changing the ratios? I can't remember the name of the company that does the kit?
I own the car, and modify every car I've ever owned. I wouldn't touch the gearing. It makes no sense why you would need to do that. That's why there is a clutch and gear shift. You simply shift when you need to shift. It's great just the way it is. I just ripped around the mountains for a week. What's the difference in being in 2nd and 3rd gear or 3rd and 4th in a different car?
@@ObsessedGarage Because shifting is fun. It’s what makes it different from an automatic. If you can be up in the power range more, produce better sounds, and get driver engagement through the shifts, what’s the downside?
You say you struggle with driving, and I believe you, but it is hard for the rest of us to see based solely on the way you drive in the mountains. I have no issues driving, but I can't see myself driving in the mountains the way that you do...and there is no chance I could keep up. That said the best driving vehicle I've ever experienced is an E70 X5 (which isn't saying much), so I may feel differently in a much more capable car like a Porsche. Bottom line, you've got this and I don't think you have anything to fear when driving. Side note...the GT4 sounds great, but it makes me miss hearing the GT3 RS.
Just my opinion, but I really enjoy paddles in that area. Our cars rarely need third, and it's usually just for a moment. So instantly switching between 2nd and 3rd, imo, is just so fun with paddles. You'e owned both right? What are your thoughts?
man i went here last year in july loved it i live in Florida so it was nuts going around tail of the dragon definitely want to go again it theses dame gas prices go down.
Well done that was so much fun to watch you get out and beat those roads down. Definitely cannot wait to get backup to the mountains myself. The cure for anxiety is to get out there every day And drive drive fast, drive with control put that car to its limits
Nice drive Matt! I also often enjoy the mountain roads here in Germany in my Bmw m135i xdrive. An ideal vehicle for accelerating hard out of corners! Come over and we'll go for a ride together! 😉
It was great to hang out with everyone over the last few days and enjoy these great roads. I am glad you filmed this, I don't have a GoPro and I am happy to have something to look back on. Thanks Matt, Tommy and Shane for putting on the OG Smoky 2022!
Interesting you say you're a GT3 guy at heart yet you were reluctant to keep the smaller GT4 in the lane. GT4 seems like the best car (short of a Spyder) for this particular road.. Just my 2C.
In a prior video if I'm remembering correctly you said your main issues with driving was sitting at lights and going through intersections. Is this still the case and being out of your little area causing the issues?
Awesome. Watching that was making me feel car sick 😂. Classic 911 required I think 😎 what is the speed limit on those roads? Not that it matters just curious. In U.K. would be 60 mph legal limit.
I can’t believe I was there at the same time! My wife and I were in a cabin just up the hill. I saw your GT4 and thought “nah, it can’t be Matt”. Glad to see you out there, having fun.
I love the transparency you show us while you work through your anxieties. Can't wait for more mountain content!
"In today's episode, we observe a grown man giggling like a little kid" .... and we all are envy of you and Mike :-)
Gotta keep it in between the mustard and the mayo
Well done buddy.. I’ve been suffering with anxiety and panic attack whilst driving randomly and I love driving.. but I am slowly getting better each day and can go drive on my own now and for longer.
Congratulations. A pleasure to watch.
So great to see you back behind the wheel, Matt! Thanks for taking us along on your amazing journey.
Never thought we'd get a real "yeehaw" from Matt 13:48 😂😂 Glad you're enjoying driving again brother.
So happy to see you back ripping through the mountains Matt, What a drive!! But boy do I miss that GT3RS Screaming.
Congratulatons, Uncle Matty! Great to see you doing what you love again. Hope this is the breakthrough you've been waiting for so long. Great road, great car, great noise. Has me grinning ear to ear. Happy for you, Matty.
got my mountain trip planned for July! can't wait
The best car. In the best location. The best day! That's freakin' awesome. Inspiration.
Ive just driven my car for the first time in 3 months due to a hearing / stress condition called Hypercusis that causes my hearing to go too loud when stressed which results in anxiety. Its easing now and I can relate to your joy of being able to drive your car again.
Careful crossing that double yellow! I know you are, but just saying - you never know what could be driving just as swift as you are from the other direction!
He put a couple disclaimers in the video when he did do that and while I agree, he was cautious with how he did it and would have been able to move back over if he saw anyone. There’s plenty of spots with tons of visibility where crossing the double yellow is safe but it’s definitely better to avoid it.
@@josephsamsor1698 I agree. There are times it's acceptable to cross safely and there are not. If you're unsure, slow down.
The camera is also deceiving and it's easy to arm chair here. But I am also that guy coming around the corner at speed
@@utbigpapa Yeah, I know that road really well, and I only crossed over when I could see well out in front. When I crossed, I slowed down quite a bit. I was trying to avoid panic due to the drop off on my right.
@@ObsessedGarage yep, completely understand. The camera lens makes it deceiving on video. I can't imagine you of all people are running around blind corners on those roads as wide open as they are. The dragon would be a different story.
I appreciate the engagement here and also appreciate you have no need to justify to me or anyone else
This content is 🔥.
Your camera did a great job of capturing the curves! You're right, there's both a visual and a physical rhythm to the turns that you can begin to anticipate. Imagine riding THAT on a motorcycle where every left hand turn you're risking running wide and going off a cliff! We riders also have to worry about rocks, dirt or moisture on the road that might cause a tire to break traction. Very cool.
Love your honesty regarding your comment that you’re a GT3 guy at heart 😉👍!
These are by far the best videos to watch. I was grinning ear to ear watching this!
For a guy who is out of practice and struggling with driving you’re killing it. Sincerely, the idiot thinking I could keep up with you in my gti 😂
Heck yeah! Cool to see the progression in one drive. The giddiness you were expressing was what I was feeling also. God I love the mountains! Good hanging w ya man. Can’t wait for next year.
Great to see you enjoying yourself! Is there a video explaining the issue thats been stopping you driving?
Your channel has helped me keep my e90 and why I continue to enjoy it. I am also OCD so watching someone similar has given me an outlet to understand what I can do to my car and future garage to improve them. Thank you for everything Matt.
@@peterjohnson8631 summer of ‘18 by “Structured Clinical interview “ as they said.
I can watch this all day! I have been through several of those roads biking before. Having recently purchased a GT4 myself… I think it’s time to go back! What exhaust setup do you have? It sounds great!!!
Thanks. That setup was from Soul Performance with the competition headers and valved rear exhaust.
@@ObsessedGarage I just realized I am just down the street from you in Dade City.
Love the content. My only experience with this was picking up my 991.1 C2S in North Carolina and driving it home via Tail of the Dragon. Amazing roads, just amazing. But I was hating the fact that the car was in second the whole time. I found myself shifting to 3rd just because, and shifting right back. Porsche gearing really sucks.
But man oh man, the roads are so fun and it's so beautiful there. I completely understand how you feel and glad you got yourself well enough to enjoy!
If you're not using 3rd on the dragon alot, you're not driving fast enough..
@@mikekuhnracing second gear was good for something like 78 MPH. How often am I exceeding that on the dragon? It’s not geared like a GT3
@@joetacchino4470 I hit 77 in the GT3 in second. If you watch some of my video's you'll see i'm in 3rd a lot. I even hit 4th on locals straight if i'm doing a hot run, have hit 101mph out there before :)
18:29 Omgggg it sounds too goood. 😂 Sexy Porschee soundss! Lets goo. 😎 Good to see youu out there again, and workin through the rough patches, any doubts you were having. Glad you completed the drive. Appreciate these uploads always.
Nice! Our group of about x10 p cars was out there and we actually passed you when you were parked at the gas station on Friday. I also brought out my 718 GT4 (gentian blue) and the roads were an absolute blast. I actually prefer these roads to the SoCal canyons where I used to live.
You come roaring up on a slow-mover, they pull over, then you DISAPPEAR in a flash! That's how it's done.
Was just there 4 weeks ago - ready to go back already.
Enjoyed the drive, thanks.
Would be interesting to have a pip with the G-meter video.
Great driving Matt, you did fantastic! Now I want to rip up the mountains with my Redline and listen to the supercharger whine. I got a taste of it three years ago in Mount Rainer National Park after visiting the Griot's flagship store.
Matt, im glad you got to rip it again in the mountains and overcame your anxieties. Some ass hat cut through a fiber line and a power line like a mile from my house and that killed me going on the OG trip as my home had no power and or services. I heard it rained a good bit anyway, but I still wish I would have been there. Oh well, next time
Good job Matty, i’m proud of you man I know it doesn’t mean much coming from some clown on RUclips! I sort of have somewhat of the same issue if I don’t know where I’m going I get panicked what works for me is looking on Google maps ahead of time trying to get the layout of the area.
a mountain trip lol i was in india and boy that was a mountain trip with dirt gravel rocks etc but yours seams to be ok i live in the uk and have travelled right across usa a marvelous country so is canada .
"You got this Matt !!!" Nice job driving. I'd be up there now if I didn't have to work.... ! Grrrrr
Extremely happy and proud of you Matt
Is this the same event that you went to in your GT3 and you and fellow Porsche owners drive each other’s cars? In any case, thanks for the drive. I miss driving in NC as I live in flat Florida. Love your Porsche content.
Yep...same place!
Ha. The "secret road"... Love that run. Try to do it every Dragon event we go down for. Never has any traffic, unlike the tail. Shhhh.
Fair play Matt, keep up good work.
Great drive, Matt. 13:30 this dude in front is in a Jeep and he waves you on instead of pulling over into the grass...... in a Jeep!
Awesome ride! You did great. Good use out of that GT4! You belong in the mountains. Some people just do. That is where I belong and am lucky to live in the central coastal hills of California, despite all the whacko's. I do miss my 911's though even though I could not connect with the 991 C2S, which I sold. Struggling to figure out what to buy next, another P car, or make the jump to an "I" car...
Great video, that car sounds superb!
Great to see Matt enjoy his natural habitat. Just need a shorter gears upgrade and you’d be loving those tight twisteez even more
Matt enjoying himself: rare
Matt is Back!!!! Next time I’ll go with you.
Proud of you for facing your fears! Nice job!
Can't beat a good mountain run, Matt! What's the exhaust setup on the car now?
Just over axle pipes and valves disconnected.
@@ObsessedGarage SOUL? Wanted to ask before I share around. :)
Yep
Having taken my wife on this road, I can fully appreciate Michelle's "freak out"
Matt what setup were you running on when you filmed this? Car sounds MEGA
Just over-axle pipes and valves disconnected on stock rear section.
Good therapy!!!
Enjoying what that car is made for
Perfect road for the Gt4. It's a shame the gearing is so tall. Matt had you thought about changing the ratios? I can't remember the name of the company that does the kit?
Sharkwerks
Deman Motorsports can rework the transmission.
I own the car, and modify every car I've ever owned. I wouldn't touch the gearing. It makes no sense why you would need to do that. That's why there is a clutch and gear shift. You simply shift when you need to shift. It's great just the way it is. I just ripped around the mountains for a week. What's the difference in being in 2nd and 3rd gear or 3rd and 4th in a different car?
@@ObsessedGarage Because shifting is fun. It’s what makes it different from an automatic. If you can be up in the power range more, produce better sounds, and get driver engagement through the shifts, what’s the downside?
Did you watch the video? The car is ripping through the gears, and I'm shifting plenty.
You say you struggle with driving, and I believe you, but it is hard for the rest of us to see based solely on the way you drive in the mountains. I have no issues driving, but I can't see myself driving in the mountains the way that you do...and there is no chance I could keep up.
That said the best driving vehicle I've ever experienced is an E70 X5 (which isn't saying much), so I may feel differently in a much more capable car like a Porsche. Bottom line, you've got this and I don't think you have anything to fear when driving.
Side note...the GT4 sounds great, but it makes me miss hearing the GT3 RS.
Just my opinion, but I really enjoy paddles in that area. Our cars rarely need third, and it's usually just for a moment. So instantly switching between 2nd and 3rd, imo, is just so fun with paddles. You'e owned both right? What are your thoughts?
I agree. PDK is more fun there.
glad to see you get some road therapy in brotha...I'll let the no courtesy rev pass this time haha
Where is everyone?! I can’t believe there aren’t hordes of other drivers out there. Lucky you!
You can do it Matty!
Have your self a day Matty!!!
Glad to see Matty on the touge again
A video like this is therepy for us too. Great content.
So happy to see you living your best life Matt. You needed this.
Love seeing Matt so genuinely happy!
Hey Matt, do you still have the stock shifter in the car? I changed mine to a short throw. Made a world of difference.
It is stock.
man i went here last year in july loved it i live in Florida so it was nuts going around tail of the dragon definitely want to go again it theses dame gas prices go down.
Awesome road! Now I want to take a break from work and drive.
Well done that was so much fun to watch you get out and beat those roads down. Definitely cannot wait to get backup to the mountains myself.
The cure for anxiety is to get out there every day And drive drive fast, drive with control put that car to its limits
those are some tight roads, would love to take my fiesta st through them, great content Matt
You are doing good bro. Do you think the gears in the GT4 are a little long?
I don't. I think the gearing is great.
Nice drive Matt! I also often enjoy the mountain roads here in Germany in my Bmw m135i xdrive. An ideal vehicle for accelerating hard out of corners! Come over and we'll go for a ride together! 😉
How are you liking the new Uniden R8? I see that’s what you are running, I believe.
It's R7. I like them a lot.
Which walkie talkies are you using? I'm looking for a set.
Motorola Talk About T800 with the should mount mic. They didn't work well, but I think we may have had them set incorrectly.
If you can't do it Matt i'll come and drive you. I've never driven a porsche.
Hey Matt, glad you were able to get back video was awesome never give in never give up have a great one.
What a great rip! Good times ...
Amazing roads!
This is driving nirvana, what a place and what a motor
This is going to be the OG mountain house rental car right? It only makes sense lol
No, I'm getting a 991.1 GT3 RS and G80 M3 that people will have the option to borrow. I'm selling the GT4.
That was freaking awesome!!!!!!😎
Glad to see you're improving. One drive at a time.
Happy for you man. Love seeing you live in that moment.
As a business owner and family man myself, that shit ain’t easy.
It was great to hang out with everyone over the last few days and enjoy these great roads. I am glad you filmed this, I don't have a GoPro and I am happy to have something to look back on. Thanks Matt, Tommy and Shane for putting on the OG Smoky 2022!
what a lovely video to watch
Interesting you say you're a GT3 guy at heart yet you were reluctant to keep the smaller GT4 in the lane. GT4 seems like the best car (short of a Spyder) for this particular road.. Just my 2C.
I'll just leave this here for you: ruclips.net/video/Kikjm6Xrvcs/видео.html. No matter how much you explain people just don't get it.
@@ObsessedGarage oh I get it as I own both. Just thought that tight little squiggly road and a Spyder would go well together.
This content is 🔥
I haven’t followed the story with you having trouble driving. What was it about damaging the car or the driving itself
Nice 👌 great start !
I really want to make a trip up there sometime this year. Great job Matt!
Looks fantastic. 👍
Am I the only one that started steering with his cell phone like it was a gaming app? 😂
should have also had a camera looking behind to see if mike was keeping up
What I heard is those yellow speed limit signs are “suggestions”. 10MPH S turns in a GT4… yep not gonna happen.
Rock and Roll!
In a prior video if I'm remembering correctly you said your main issues with driving was sitting at lights and going through intersections. Is this still the case and being out of your little area causing the issues?
Cliffs are also not great for me. Ha, ha...
@@ObsessedGarage You're not alone there.
Think I enjoy the Hellbender more than the dragon itself.
Great to see you back in your element and enjoying yourself Matt!
What day was this? I might have been around the area
Thursday May 19th
@@ObsessedGarage Ahhh I was there! Shame I missed you
glad you put in there you were over the yellow line too much. I dont want to meet you head on when I'm riding those roads!
It was only on that really obscure road in the very beginning. I slowed down and could see there wasn't anyone near by.
Awesome. Watching that was making me feel car sick 😂. Classic 911 required I think 😎 what is the speed limit on those roads? Not that it matters just curious. In U.K. would be 60 mph legal limit.
Speed Limit 30mph
What cameras are you using Matt?! I need those!!!
GoPro Hero 10 with Media Mod
@@ObsessedGarage thanks
New shirt “i got this”
I’m guessing you’ve never had a wild animal walk out in front of your car.
I have. This trip I ran over a giant snake. Ground hogs and turkeys are the most common I see.
Just a spectacular drive 👍🏼
. . . I’m thinking a lower final drive in that GT4 gearbox would make it even more fun to get out of 2nd gear more.
Why? It's great the way it is.
@@ObsessedGarage oh I just thought that more gear changing would have made it an even better experience. It did look epic though👍🏼
That gear nonsense is just dork car guy reviewer speak for people that don't know jack.