Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap

MannyRios · 07-22-2006, 3:51 PM

Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap

I'm heading out their August 15th with my wife, my buddy and his girlfriend. Possibility others. If anyone is out there during this time, look me up. Also, I'm trying to decide which hotel to book. I have the follow narrowed down. Any suggestions? Any Deals Gap veterans want to offer some info on hotel, food, etc? Thanks guys!

(1) Two Wheel Inn
Two Wheel Inn near Deals Gap and Cherohala Skyway

(2) Microtel Inn & Suites - Robbinsville NC
Microtel Robbinsville NC 888-771-7171

(3) Phillips Motel
Phillips Motel, Robbinsville, NC 828-479-3370

(4) Sapphire Inn
Sapphire Inn in Franklin NC

ConqSoft · 07-22-2006, 3:56 PM

Two Wheel Inn would be your best bet if they have any vacancy. Each room comes with a private "garage" for your bike. (Should hold at least 2 bikes actually.)

gthotchkiss · 07-22-2006, 5:14 PM

How long are you going out for?

MannyRios · 07-22-2006, 7:21 PM

Thanks guys. I booked w/Two Wheel Inn. They seem nice and you're right about the garage. That's a big selling point. I'm headed out for four days and three nights. Wed 'till Saturday. Then back to NY!

Any recommendations on a good places to eat. Also, I hear not to limit myself to just the GAP.

Thanks again
!

ConqSoft · 07-22-2006, 7:26 PM

It's about 30 minutes away from Robbinsville, but you should check out the Franklin, NC location of: Ribs and BBQ Franklin and Waynesville NC at Fat Buddies

HondaGalToo · 07-22-2006, 7:39 PM

Definitely ride the Cherohala Skyway!

sheepofblue · 07-22-2006, 7:44 PM

Avoid the Gap on Saturday as all the crazies come then (or go and watch and see how NOT to ride the public roads)

ND4SPD · 07-22-2006, 9:20 PM

I've stayed at the Two Wheel Inn and you won't regret it. The owners are very nice and accomodating people. They also have an area map of decent riding roads and places you'll want to check out. Word of advice, if you see a gas station...fill up. It's easy to run through a tank of fuel out there.

Northern RR · 07-22-2006, 9:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HondaGalToo

Definitely ride the Cherohala Skyway!

+1,000,000

That's where I'll be that week

Lots of other cool stuff like flat rock and hot springs around, nice rides if you get tired of the dragon

MannyRios · 07-23-2006, 12:15 AM

Wow... good stuff. Thx!

cbr600f3 · 07-23-2006, 12:51 AM

Hey I'm going during this coming week first time can't wait! WE are staying at two wheels also cbr99xx is my guide to the fun.Lucky to have someone with his expirence! Hard news about the rider down..Wishing him the best.

hwy74 · 03-09-2007, 10:12 PM

Fontana Village is great stay. It's cheap, and you can "buddy up" in the cabins. I went last year with a bunch of Kawi ZX12R guys. It was great fun.

A.F.T.C.T.T.G. · 03-09-2007, 10:48 PM

The wife and I usually say at the Pioneer in Cherokee.
Definately hit some other roads. Another good loop is from Us74/19 down 28 to Franklin; east on US 64 until you get to US276; from there head to Waynesville; you can head back west on eiter US74/23 or US19. I like US19 myself. Enjoy.