Cancelled - RFP #16 - Tellico Plains Camp & Ride, April 24-26

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Nice Goat


Cancelled due to travel and lodging restrictions.

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RFP = "Ride for Pie"

Why?  Because pie fixes everything!  And the bonus is ... I buy the pie!  And give you free stickers!

It's time for another Moto-AL Dual Sport Invasion of Tellico Plains, Tennessee!

The plan:

- Camp at CMTC
- Ride some dirt roads and twisties
- Return home on Sunday

Arrive:   Friday, April 24th
Ride:     Saturday, April 25th (Kickstands up at 9:00am!)
Depart:  Sunday, April 26th

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This will be a dual-sport weekend for me, but all bikes are welcome.  We don't have to stick together, but it would be cool if we had a group of folks hanging out together in the evening.  Last big trip like this, back in 2017, we had a street ride and a dirt ride.

Route on Saturday will follow North River Road, Snowbird, Dirt Dragon (NF304), Lunch in Murphy, Joe Brown, McFarland (incl. "The Ruins"), Smith Mountain, and Kimsey Mountain, then back to campground.  All of this is "adventure bike" friendly.  Nothing gnarly, but it will take all day.

I'm planning to stay at Cherohala Mountain Trails Campground (CMTC), http://www.cmtrails.com/.  Cabins are $52/night, but there are two beds, so you could share a cabin (not a bed) and get away with $26/night.  Or you could camp there for $10/day.  To make a reservation, go to the website and scroll down to "Book Now".  I have already reserved Cabin #1.

Temperatures should be nice in mid-April from mid 40's at night to mid 70's during the day.

P.S. - I provide the pie!

Some photos from previous Tellico trips:











IBA #63019 - 2022 Yamaha Tenere 700 - 2023 Yamaha XMAX 300
Deep thought: "Pie and coffee are as important as gasoline."

2372ighost

2009 Vespa GTS250IE
2006 Ural Patrol
2011 Suzuki GSX1250 fa
2010 Husaberg FE390
1996 1400 Intruder

norton73

"Attention those who love the Upper Tellico. Enjoy it thru Feb. They are replacing the Bald River bridge so the road will be closed for 2 years."


Just saw this on a paddler's FB page. This would be the bridge you stand on to see the falls. Something to consider for route planning.
Loose nut holding the handlebars

Fencejumper09

Can we please get a dual sport group photo on The Dragon?

That would be fun!

I am tentatively planning to attend this one if I can figure out my clutch on the 690! (parts arrive Wednesday)
2013 KTM 690 Enduro/Sumo
2013 KTM RC8R
2011 KTM 990 SMR (Oh Yeah)
2020 Beta 300 RR Race Edition
1985 Goldwing (ish)
2014 BMW 1200RT
Remember, a boss doesn't always do smart things, but he always does them like a boss. - Paebr332

Mulley

Quote from: norton73 on January 26, 2020, 11:00:48 AM
"Attention those who love the Upper Tellico. Enjoy it thru Feb. They are replacing the Bald River bridge so the road will be closed for 2 years."


Just saw this on a paddler's FB page. This would be the bridge you stand on to see the falls. Something to consider for route planning.

The start date for the bridge closing is being delayed until 2021.

https://www.wvlt.tv/content/news/Bald-River-Falls-bridge-to-close-in-March-2020-567322161.html

QuoteThe Forestry website showed the expected start date for the project was set for March 2020. However, Cherokee National Forrest Public Affairs Officer Terry McDonald told WVLT News that no exact start date is set, but they expect the project to begin sometime in 2021.

2015 Versys 650 LT / 2016 Beta 300 RR / 2015 KTM 500 EXC

Jwwr

 Putting this on the Calendar! This area never disappoints! Glen makes good rides happen! All Y'all need to get on board and make this what Motorcycle Alabama is about!

rider_marc

- Marc


CRF1000L | KLX300SM

Nice Goat

IBA #63019 - 2022 Yamaha Tenere 700 - 2023 Yamaha XMAX 300
Deep thought: "Pie and coffee are as important as gasoline."

Fencejumper09

My anniversary is on the 27th. Hopefully the wife will allow celebration to commence on the following weekend!!
2013 KTM 690 Enduro/Sumo
2013 KTM RC8R
2011 KTM 990 SMR (Oh Yeah)
2020 Beta 300 RR Race Edition
1985 Goldwing (ish)
2014 BMW 1200RT
Remember, a boss doesn't always do smart things, but he always does them like a boss. - Paebr332

bscid1

Just reserved cabin 7.  Do people normally cook and hang out, or go out to eat?? 

Sounds like fun and I can eat some pie!!
Ride, hunt, fish, repeat.
Suzuki V-Strom 650
Gulf Shores, AL

Al Goodwin

HEY....Melony and I are IN for this one.  I'm off work that Thursday-Sunday....perfect timing.

Fencejumper09

Looks like this is the same weekend as the Spring Chicken hard enduro at Cornerstone Ranch!  I will unfortunately be torturing myself through this gruesome race instead of enjoying the sights of Tellico!   :(
2013 KTM 690 Enduro/Sumo
2013 KTM RC8R
2011 KTM 990 SMR (Oh Yeah)
2020 Beta 300 RR Race Edition
1985 Goldwing (ish)
2014 BMW 1200RT
Remember, a boss doesn't always do smart things, but he always does them like a boss. - Paebr332

Nice Goat

Quote from: bscid1 on February 04, 2020, 02:53:58 PM
Just reserved cabin 7.  Do people normally cook and hang out, or go out to eat?? 

Sounds like fun and I can eat some pie!!


Wayne (the owner of the campground) makes breakfast and dinner, and there is a decent pizza place in Tellico (former location of Krambonz BBQ).  I'll bring the pie to the campground in my cooler.  It will be delicious...
IBA #63019 - 2022 Yamaha Tenere 700 - 2023 Yamaha XMAX 300
Deep thought: "Pie and coffee are as important as gasoline."

lazeebum

I had hoped to come with my lady friend. But that's the weekend of one of the two tournaments I fish. Maybe next time.

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Nice Goat

Coronavirus got you down?
401(k) in the shitter?
OPEC price war destroying your shale investments?

Never fear --- Our next Tellico camping trip is near!  Only six weeks from now!
Come on up to Tellico Plains and enjoy some dirt roads, campfire conversation, and ... pie!
I promise that you will feel better by the end of the weekend!

IBA #63019 - 2022 Yamaha Tenere 700 - 2023 Yamaha XMAX 300
Deep thought: "Pie and coffee are as important as gasoline."