Our group, minus Jack, left Franklin, NC this morning in the dense fog, enroute to Pickens, SC, and the Thumper Cafe. Jack spent the night in Pickens so he could be there first thing this morning, anticipating the daily dense fog. It burned off quickly, and we had a beautiful ride down Hwy 64 and 178. I'm not sure who Jack knows, but he always seems to pick a weekend that the weather is gorgeous. The food was great, but most importantly the new friendships that we made and old friendships renewed is what make these events memorable. It was great to see everyone again.
After all the festivities were over I mounted the KLR about 2:15 p.m., for the long trip home. I rode back up Hwy 178, then took 64 on East to the Blue Ridge Parkway. I was determined to ride part of this road while I was in the area, and just didn't have time before the event in Pickens. I rode it South, and was amazed at the beautiful panoramic views in almost every direction. It was well worth the time to do this. After leaving the Parkway, I rode up to Wayneville where I got on I-40. I would rather ride the 2-lane roads than the I-roads, but have to say this is one of the most beautiful stretches of Interstate I've ever ridden. Several hours later..............well maybe more than several...............I'm just North of Nashville, TN for the night. I rode almost 400 miles after the Thumper Cafe, added one more state to my list in yesterdays blog, for a total of 7. I have almost 800 miles to go before I'm home, and will add two more states to my list tomorrow.
Any bets as to when I make it home? Can I sit that many hours on the seat of the KLR?
Stay tuned to find out.............................
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