The Triumph thing the weekend of the 24th might be a blessing in disguise -- if there are more bikes, then that means more traffic on the Dragon, which means slower rides. Good for those of us who are intimidated.
Okay, Mark, Lancer, Tom, Red2k1, Paula: This obviously isn't set in stone, but as of right now it appears so far that the 24th is the first choice, the 10th the second choice. If most of us can do the 10th, we'll do the 10th -- if most of us can do the 24th, so be it. Unless anyone else has a better date in mind?
Tom: yeah, the Cherohala looks amazing. From what I understand, it's not another Dragon. Although it might have one or two curves you have to watch out for, it's mostly just a regular road -- but with amazing scenery.
And Deb, if you're in Eastern Tennessee you'd probably have the easiest trip of all of us, if you're still interested.