Another year has almost rolled by, and its time to start thinking about the Dragon! Mini’s on the Dragon 10 takes place this year on May 2 – May 6.
My last visit to Chad at Detroit Tuned discovered that Chakik is in need of a few replacement parts. Most notably new front control arm bushings. Powerflex MINI bushings were recommended.
Now I just need to stop buying steampunk stuff so I can afford them.
Joshua’s Connecticut Spring White Gold Nugget post Dragon.
Connie rode with me every single time, and I couldn’t be prouder. She has requested a water feature for the back yard.
Yes, I bought my car a present. It’s really for me tho.
Continue with 5.
Cannot wait for the Dragon next week. Connie will have the time of her life (as hopefully I will too)
Finally am positive I’ll be making it to Minis on the Dragon again!
Very happy and relieved.
Currently planning on bringing one dog, maybe both.
Gear up and lets go!
Don’t forget Detroit Tuned can get you prepped before, during and after the Dragon for pretty much ANYTHING.
As you can see, daily posts went the way of the Dodo at the end. Just too much fun to sit around and post stuff. I’ve got a ton of photos and videos I’ll put up later today.
Overall, MINIs on the Dragon 8 – 2010 kicked major ass. I met some new and totally awesome people, had some incredible times with people I already knew and drove the hell out of that road. Cabin is already reserved for next year. See you guys then!
The Good:
Great weather wed-sat. Less traffic on the road due to the rock slide. Fire Pit. Lots of good times.
Quiet and understanding roommate.
The Bad:
Speeding ticket on my very first run.
Forgot peoples names already.
Tried to take the same photo from 2 years ago. Ironically the tree I had to photoshop out of the original is gone, replaced with a deck and a boat launch.
Thursday, Day 4. I really miss my dog today. I would bring her, but she hates riding in the car. Another perfect day for weather, sunny, nice cool breeze. Made 3 different trips to the Dragon today, and 4 runs total (went twice on one) I’m trying to concentrate more on being smooth and safe vs fast. Shot lots of video, probably need to edit it down before posting much.
If you’re really bored, here’s a video of me driving the Dragon. I’ll post some forward views as well.
The rain has finally stopped and it’s a beautiful sunny day down here today. Made 2 runs on the Dragon. Last one was right before they closed it down for the night and we found out how they close it: A giant dump truck with a snowplow on the front.
Trying to keep the number of images I’m posting sparse.
Rain and HAIL. Haven’t made it out to the actual Dragon yet due to terrible weather. Considering calling it an early night so I can get up with the sun and make a few runs on the hopefully dry Dragon. Need to get some AA batteries for my radios tomorrow as well.
Well we survived the drive down. Rained almost the entire way. The detour over the mountain had us literally driving in the clouds. Had a great time hanging out with everyone after we got settled in!
I cannot WAIT to get back to the Tail of the Dragon this year. It’s been 3 years, and my life is dramatically changed. I just want to chill out in the forested mountains and drive the best road ever paved with some great friends.
Man just realized its been 3 years.
Lets go Dragon!
