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3rd Annual Spring 2010 - Tail of the Dragon GTG - April 16, 17, 18

Old Mar 29, 2010 | 09:50 AM
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This will be my third Dragon in a row and I do not know if I can make the trip if the entire Dragon is off limits. Yes, there are other roads out there to have fun with, but everyone I know who received a citation at the Dragon, got it on one of these 'other roads'. To drive 7 hours one way and not be able to slay the Dragon, on top of risking more encounters with law enforcement may force me to cancel the reservation this time.

I will watch the thread and the Deals Gap website. Believe me, it is not something I say lightly, as I do love me some Dragon

This sucks
 
Old Mar 29, 2010 | 01:37 PM
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Great. I see my luck is now infecting the entire Crossfire group. First, it rained the whole fall Dragon. NOW, the Dragon itself is off limits.

Man... how'd ya like to own Fontana Lodge during all of this?
 
Old Mar 29, 2010 | 02:17 PM
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Im sorry to hear about the road situation, however, there truely is not a road in those mountains that is not a pleasure to drive. I'm still looking forward to this trip as it is my first with other Crossfire owners. Looking forward to leaving Orlando for a few days, Its starting to get to warm now...
 
Old Mar 29, 2010 | 03:20 PM
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Yes moocho fun to be had ,, I can't wait to get back to the mountians ,,,, I don't think it will effect the Lodge that bad , they will still be very busy , but it might keep those spiders away and that would be sad , I'm looking forward to seeing how they really perform ........
 

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Old Mar 30, 2010 | 08:45 AM
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Originally Posted by hcarter
Yes moocho fun to be had ,, I can't wait to get back to the mountians ,,,, I don't think it will effect the Lodge that bad , they will still be very busy , but it might keep those spiders away and that would be sad , I'm looking forward to seeing how they really perform ........
I like the Dragon, and that is why I go. I enjoy doing the other roads, but driving with virtually no limitations on the Dragon is the reason for the 7 hour drive, IMO.
Other roads = fun time
Dragon = reason to drive across several states

And as to how the MR2s perform, they don't. Doc and I were stuck behind 3-4 of them last time and they were heavily modified. We thought they would do alright b/c of the mid engine balance and great handling, we were wrong. Those anemic 4 cylinders have NO torque, my NA was eathing them alive, so your SRT will def do the trick
 
Old Mar 30, 2010 | 09:05 AM
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Well I really didn't think they would do that well but I still would like to take them to school( old man syndrome ) , Last year I was lucky enough to hook up with 3 of the digital Vette guys and it was a blast , ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
 
Old Mar 31, 2010 | 05:36 PM
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Roberta & I won't be attending this Spring's XFire Dragon Run. We lost our oldest son (41) this morning after 5+ months of extended illness. Don't think we would be able to completely enjoy the activities by then.

I do have a confirmed room reservation at Fontana Lodge if anyone is interested. Contact me via PM and we'll try to help you out with a room at the reduced rate.

Later,
 
Old Mar 31, 2010 | 05:51 PM
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dedwards0323,

So sorry to hear of your families loss.
It has to be hard to lose an offspring.
My prayers go out for your family.
 
Old Mar 31, 2010 | 05:55 PM
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Dennis and Roberta, We are so sorry to learn of your loss. 41 is way to soon to go. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Let us know if we can help with any thing. Jim and Linda
 
Old Mar 31, 2010 | 06:18 PM
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Originally Posted by dedwards0323
Roberta & I won't be attending this Spring's XFire Dragon Run. We lost our oldest son (41) this morning after 5+ months of extended illness. Don't think we would be able to completely enjoy the activities by then.

I do have a confirmed room reservation at Fontana Lodge if anyone is interested. Contact me via PM and we'll try to help you out with a room at the reduced rate.

Later,
I am so sorry for your loss. Even with an extended illness these things are never expected. You guys are such nice people - its terrible that this happened to your family. A parent should never have to deal with the passing of their child.
 
Old Mar 31, 2010 | 06:33 PM
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Our sympathies and prayers go out to you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss.
 
Old Mar 31, 2010 | 07:08 PM
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dedwards0323 Sorry to hear of your loss we will keep you and your family in our prayers ,


Howard
 
Old Mar 31, 2010 | 07:13 PM
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so sorry of your loss yes to loose one of your children is real tough i to lost a daughter at age 38 i know what you are going through you always think you will be gone before the children
a pray sent
 
Old Mar 31, 2010 | 08:45 PM
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I am sorry for your loss, will keep you in my prayers.
 
Old Mar 31, 2010 | 09:17 PM
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Our prayers and thoughts are with Ya"ll Danny and Sonia
 
Old Mar 31, 2010 | 10:16 PM
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Such wonderful people. So sad the loss.

Cathy and I will think of you in our prayers as well.


Franc & Cathy
 
Old Apr 1, 2010 | 04:56 PM
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Dennis and Roberta, so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you both in my thoughts and prayers, hoping to help ease the pain.
 
Old Apr 1, 2010 | 06:46 PM
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My deepest sypathy to you and your family, you will certainly be in my thoughts and prayers. It is said that we are never given more that we can bare, however you are dealing with what must be the very limits. May you find comfort in each other and those around you durring these trying times. Once again you will be in my prayers.
 
Old Apr 1, 2010 | 07:32 PM
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I can't begin to imagine the pain you must feel.....deepest sympathy from my family to yours....
 
Old Apr 1, 2010 | 08:35 PM
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Dearest Roberta & Dennis ,We were so very sorry to hear about Denny.I have no words that will ease your pain.All I can say is I know your pain.Remember my Tracy passed away at the age of 26.If there is any thing we do to help we are just a call away.Have yous made any arragments yet? If so please let us know.Hugs to you both and your family is in our prayers. I did call and left yous a message.Allen & Joanna
 

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