Thanks for that - we are really enjoying building this community. We're glad you found us! Stay tuned and be sure to check out some of our earlier stuff too!
Outstanding content! One i have to mention that i don't see on your list US 421 "The Snake". Its located between Mountain City TN and Holston Valley TN. One of my top roads as well as many others. Excellent flow and technical turns included. Its been paved several years ago. Local traffic understands the motor enthusiasts draw to the area with plenty of pull offs. Definitely worth the drive. Enjoy Shady Valley Country Store for a stretch.
@@jmpgrass good call - I remember when they were working on it! I am not sure we have any footage of that one, but will get it on the shot list! Thanks
I was driving back from a road trip last year in January. I took the Cherohala Skyway to 129 (the Tail). It was like a 3-4 hr detour but it was so worth it. I think I saw like 3 other cars on the Skyway, and just a few on the Tail. One of the most enjoyable driving experiences I've had! Had ridden it in summer on a motorcycle but had never driven it. The Blue Ridge Mountains are an incredible place!
I drove the cherohala the same day as the dragon 5 years ago or so, and enjoyed it far more. A great sweeping road with fantastic views, and I went on a weekday with little traffic. For the right type of car, it's a fantastic drive.
The Skyway and Dragon are on the opposite ends of the types of roads enthusiasts generally enjoy. Dragon - tight and twisty as the come (well almost - see our video on VA-80) and the Skyway Flowing Sweepers. What a great day to do them together.
Go during the week. I’ve done it several times now and last time counted maybe 8 cars all the way to TP and back and they were mostly enthusiast cars. Just ACE.
Pretty cool road & drive. Thanks for sharing. " Low on fuel we press on". Rut Roh. Next nearest fuel stop 22 miles away, estimated fuel reserve left 20 miles. Living on the edge matters. Being in a state park, not any side roads or driveways pull outs to worry about. Other road hazards to be concerned with - wildlife intrusions. Wild turkeys, deer, the occasion groundhog. Bumper cam view road level - down at asphalt pavement level is intoxicating.
What a great and thoughtful comment - definitely fuel up before heading onto the Skyway since you won't be finding fuel anywhere up there should you need to turn around! As for the other hazards you point out - we've seen the all - deer being the most frequent and frankly dangerous. You'll see how close they came come in a future episode in West Virginia! Thanks Again!
New video = instant bliss. The Skyway is pretty spectacular. It can be frustrating at times if you get stuck behind traffic on the climb up to the ridge section or the descent back down. But man, catch a clean run on a dry day and it’s pretty tough to beat. Cool shot from the top of the car!
50/50 on the way up the twisty sections onto the ridge that you get stuck in a long que. It is a tourist road so there are many that drive slow and look around. Wait at the first pull off for the road to clear if this happens and let er rip.
One of my favorites, I've driven this road more times than I can remember. And if you haven't done it already, do the complete loop that puts you back on US 129 by the lake just north of the Dragon. The biggest part of the loop is TN 360 that you pick up in Tellico Plains. A great sweeping rural road! Getting back to the Skyway, tell me what you might know about this: up near the ridge in NC, as you approach the TN border, there are two sets of poles that look kind of like gallows, and hang out across the center of the road. I asked a local in Robbinsville about them once, and with a straight face and without hesitation, he told me that they are jumps that allow flying squirrels to leap across the road. Apparently they don't like running across the asphalt! Have you ever heard that, or was the guy BSing me? Keep 'em coming, Boys!
They are squirrel jumping poles - that is according to several sources I found online anyway. I haven’t seen any jumpers though but that would be an epic shot to get on the 360 cam - a squirrel flying above as we pass underneath!
Good stuff as usual! Thanks for sharing. I’m heading up that way in an MT Carrera S tomorrow. The Cayman needs new tires. I tell people that I go for the hiking. 😉
Enjoy the "hiking" my friend! Safe travels - I wish we could get out there and join you . . . sadly life gets in the way - can't always get out and play.
That's a great road too! Check out these videos (all about Wolfpen Gap!) ruclips.net/video/rjwE-Kbik9o/видео.html ruclips.net/video/bZ0vF3TRfxg/видео.html ruclips.net/video/Wcwx_-XwoMM/видео.html ruclips.net/video/3YKZVWJw7ZQ/видео.html
@@trueview3127 i just didn't look hard enough. i'll be watching them later this evening. I'll be back up there in October, this time in my 1978 911SC Targa.
Love it!! Now that you have been driving so many of these roads and picking up pace, what tires do you prefer? I can imagine you are only getting a few K's out of them!
Disclaimer on this - Obviously this wasn't a scientific test and everybody drives a bit differently, but since you asked - In our experience the Michelin PS4S tires hold up well, lasting for around 8-12k miles with this type of driving. The Pirelli P Zero N1's lasted around 7-8k miles with similar grip levels, the Continental Extreme contact sport's lasted around 8k miles and had slightly higher grip levels initially, but after around 4k miles the grip was reduced to a level at or slightly below the PS4S or Pirelli's.
@@trueview3127 Thanks for taking the time to share your experience! The Pilot Sport AS4's are what I plan to fit. That is some impressive mileage for the pace and sheer number of curves you guys do!
Cool idea - In looking into this - there seems to be a limit on the number of layers allowed on Google Maps which limits the number of directions that can be shown. We'll try to upgrade the map descriptions to include the directions of travel in the videos!
@@trueview3127 ya...maybe you can group similar drives in one region? I know it would get hard to maintain but usability would be better! great work though!!
Everyone goes to Robbinsville for the Dragon, but the Skyway has always been my draw. No one goes to the Dragon anymore. It’s way too crowded. Too many Harleys and other minivans/trucks/lookyloos that should be on the Blue Ridge.
It’s a formula one wheel key chain charm - since we fixed the GoPro positions this last trip - I was going for a “g-meter” type effect to show the cornering forces. I take your feedback as - it isn’t working for you! As for distractions - I don’t even notice it while driving since it’s on the passenger visor out of my view - focus is entirely on the road ahead. Appreciate the comment. Keep em coming!
@@trueview3127 Okay, thanks, understood. Not like those air freshener things or other uglier danglers that some people hang from their mirrors - a phenomenon I will NEVER understand. I’m so obsessed with having the maximum foreword field of vision that I’ve actually removed the mirror entirely from my Miatas and S2000s.
This is the only channel that I can’t wait for the next update! Love to listen with my headphones and thankful for my GT4 for my own drives!
Headphones! Highly recommend!
I've done the Skyway many times on a sport bike, this year will be the 1st time in my GR86. I can't wait, what a wonderful road.
GR86 - fun! Enjoy and be safe.
This is an excellent concept for a channel. Really looking forward to more videos.
Thanks for that - we are really enjoying building this community. We're glad you found us! Stay tuned and be sure to check out some of our earlier stuff too!
What a great road - the video shows you why its at the top! I hope the Harley rider had a full recovery!
Hoping so as well!
Outstanding content! One i have to mention that i don't see on your list US 421 "The Snake". Its located between Mountain City TN and Holston Valley TN. One of my top roads as well as many others. Excellent flow and technical turns included. Its been paved several years ago. Local traffic understands the motor enthusiasts draw to the area with plenty of pull offs. Definitely worth the drive. Enjoy Shady Valley Country Store for a stretch.
@@jmpgrass good call - I remember when they were working on it! I am not sure we have any footage of that one, but will get it on the shot list! Thanks
Now that's how you spend $100 million dollars! More roads like this please!
I am all for the “build new roads like this” use of tax dollars!
@@trueview3127 Make Roads Great Again!
@hacktracker684 the MRGA crew in the house!
Love the content and mission of the channel!
And we appreciate you watching and following the mission! Cheers to you.
I was driving back from a road trip last year in January. I took the Cherohala Skyway to 129 (the Tail). It was like a 3-4 hr detour but it was so worth it. I think I saw like 3 other cars on the Skyway, and just a few on the Tail. One of the most enjoyable driving experiences I've had! Had ridden it in summer on a motorcycle but had never driven it. The Blue Ridge Mountains are an incredible place!
@@pfunkle connecting the Dragon and the Skyway makes for an amazing day. With no traffic - driving heaven!
I drove the cherohala the same day as the dragon 5 years ago or so, and enjoyed it far more. A great sweeping road with fantastic views, and I went on a weekday with little traffic. For the right type of car, it's a fantastic drive.
The Skyway and Dragon are on the opposite ends of the types of roads enthusiasts generally enjoy. Dragon - tight and twisty as the come (well almost - see our video on VA-80) and the Skyway Flowing Sweepers. What a great day to do them together.
Go during the week. I’ve done it several times now and last time counted maybe 8 cars all the way to TP and back and they were mostly enthusiast cars. Just ACE.
Sage advice - def better during the week if you can swing it!
It's a tough job but somebody's got to do it. Thanks for the content and awaiting the next episode.
We toil away for you and our community! Thanks for watching
Pretty cool road & drive. Thanks for sharing. " Low on fuel we press on". Rut Roh.
Next nearest fuel stop 22 miles away, estimated fuel reserve left 20 miles. Living on the edge matters.
Being in a state park, not any side roads or driveways pull outs to worry about.
Other road hazards to be concerned with - wildlife intrusions. Wild turkeys, deer, the occasion groundhog.
Bumper cam view road level - down at asphalt pavement level is intoxicating.
What a great and thoughtful comment - definitely fuel up before heading onto the Skyway since you won't be finding fuel anywhere up there should you need to turn around! As for the other hazards you point out - we've seen the all - deer being the most frequent and frankly dangerous. You'll see how close they came come in a future episode in West Virginia! Thanks Again!
New video = instant bliss. The Skyway is pretty spectacular. It can be frustrating at times if you get stuck behind traffic on the climb up to the ridge section or the descent back down. But man, catch a clean run on a dry day and it’s pretty tough to beat. Cool shot from the top of the car!
50/50 on the way up the twisty sections onto the ridge that you get stuck in a long que. It is a tourist road so there are many that drive slow and look around. Wait at the first pull off for the road to clear if this happens and let er rip.
One of my favorites, I've driven this road more times than I can remember. And if you haven't done it already, do the complete loop that puts you back on US 129 by the lake just north of the Dragon. The biggest part of the loop is TN 360 that you pick up in Tellico Plains. A great sweeping rural road! Getting back to the Skyway, tell me what you might know about this: up near the ridge in NC, as you approach the TN border, there are two sets of poles that look kind of like gallows, and hang out across the center of the road. I asked a local in Robbinsville about them once, and with a straight face and without hesitation, he told me that they are jumps that allow flying squirrels to leap across the road. Apparently they don't like running across the asphalt! Have you ever heard that, or was the guy BSing me?
Keep 'em coming, Boys!
They are squirrel jumping poles - that is according to several sources I found online anyway. I haven’t seen any jumpers though but that would be an epic shot to get on the 360 cam - a squirrel flying above as we pass underneath!
@@trueview3127 Now that would be cool!
I drove the Cherohala Skyway last year. It was great. I'll do it again next month.
Enjoy it and stay safe out there. Thanks for the comment!
Good stuff as usual! Thanks for sharing. I’m heading up that way in an MT Carrera S tomorrow. The Cayman needs new tires. I tell people that I go for the hiking. 😉
Enjoy the "hiking" my friend! Safe travels - I wish we could get out there and join you . . . sadly life gets in the way - can't always get out and play.
Love the videos. I can’t wait to get back up there.
I’d love to see your thoughts on Wolfpen Gap. That road was something else in my opinion.
That's a great road too! Check out these videos (all about Wolfpen Gap!)
ruclips.net/video/rjwE-Kbik9o/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/bZ0vF3TRfxg/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/Wcwx_-XwoMM/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/3YKZVWJw7ZQ/видео.html
@@trueview3127 i just didn't look hard enough. i'll be watching them later this evening. I'll be back up there in October, this time in my 1978 911SC Targa.
Fantastic machine for those twisty roads! Enjoy the vids and the drive
@@trueview3127 thank you. that's one of the reasons we bought this car. GT4 is for Sebring, the Targa is for the mountain roads and coffee runs!
Love it!! Now that you have been driving so many of these roads and picking up pace, what tires do you prefer? I can imagine you are only getting a few K's out of them!
Disclaimer on this - Obviously this wasn't a scientific test and everybody drives a bit differently, but since you asked - In our experience the Michelin PS4S tires hold up well, lasting for around 8-12k miles with this type of driving. The Pirelli P Zero N1's lasted around 7-8k miles with similar grip levels, the Continental Extreme contact sport's lasted around 8k miles and had slightly higher grip levels initially, but after around 4k miles the grip was reduced to a level at or slightly below the PS4S or Pirelli's.
@@trueview3127 Thanks for taking the time to share your experience! The Pilot Sport AS4's are what I plan to fit. That is some impressive mileage for the pace and sheer number of curves you guys do!
You should add the roads as a driving directions layer in the maps so the start/end points are more easily identifiable.
Cool idea - In looking into this - there seems to be a limit on the number of layers allowed on Google Maps which limits the number of directions that can be shown. We'll try to upgrade the map descriptions to include the directions of travel in the videos!
@@trueview3127 ya...maybe you can group similar drives in one region? I know it would get hard to maintain but usability would be better!
great work though!!
Always love ideas to improve the channel! Thanks for the suggestion!
Everyone goes to Robbinsville for the Dragon, but the Skyway has always been my draw.
No one goes to the Dragon anymore. It’s way too crowded. Too many Harleys and other minivans/trucks/lookyloos that should be on the Blue Ridge.
We avoid the Parkway due to crowds and other officials that frequent that road! Great views though! Thanks for the comment!
@@trueview3127 Yep. Federal land. Good luck.
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Thanks! Glad you enjoyed! See you next time!
Doesn’t that circular doohickey flapping around in the upper right side of your windshield distract you? It’d drive me batty!
It’s a formula one wheel key chain charm - since we fixed the GoPro positions this last trip - I was going for a “g-meter” type effect to show the cornering forces. I take your feedback as - it isn’t working for you! As for distractions - I don’t even notice it while driving since it’s on the passenger visor out of my view - focus is entirely on the road ahead. Appreciate the comment. Keep em coming!
@@trueview3127 Okay, thanks, understood. Not like those air freshener things or other uglier danglers that some people hang from their mirrors - a phenomenon I will NEVER understand. I’m so obsessed with having the maximum foreword field of vision that I’ve actually removed the mirror entirely from my Miatas and S2000s.
Miata and S2000’s - nice choices - fun cars on the twisties!