July 18, Highlands, NC Date: Jul 18, 2010 8:35:04 PM PDT Author: Gary We had a great group of riders today, 12 bikes / 15 people. It was an interesting ride that included something for everyone... flat grip-n-rip, tight narrow twisties (it was scenic, Diane), sun, rain. And we never actually made it to Highlands. Somewhere between Lake Rabun and Clayton we found the 50% part of the rain in the forecast and got sufficiently wet before finding a place to pull off and put on the rain suits. By the time we got to Clayton we decided to have lunch and see what the weather would do. The rain kept coming so we decided to head back toward home. Oh well, maybe next time... still better than mowing grass or anything else resembling work.   Reply to this Post

July 18, Highlands, NC Date: Jul 19, 2010 4:49:20 AM PDT Author: Gators rule; Dawgs drool The ide was geat - that stretch along Lake Rabun is as pretty as it gets in Ga - or anywhere else for that matter. Audrey and I never could catch up to the main pack heading home -you guys must have been flying to avoid the raindrops!   Reply to this Post

Great Ride Date: Jul 19, 2010 6:28:01 AM PDT Author: Scooby I rode in the back of the pack and enjoyed watching how great our club did maintaining their gaps in the formation. Great job to all. Our leader did a great job and picking a very fun and a very picturesque route. Sorry Mark and Audrey It was difficult to keep count in the rain. Thanks again to all who joined us on the ride and I am looking forward to our next ride Ride Safe Scooby   Reply to this Post

July 18, Highlands, NC Date: Jul 19, 2010 8:42:08 PM PDT Author: Uncut Not sure how the rest of the ride back home on 985 was but Mark Bell and I took 52 W towards Delahnuga/400, and the rain, although not constant, it was unbelievable at times!! However, the ride/route selection was great, and the rain, well "it" just happens (at least, it was not cold)!   Reply to this Post

Highlands, NC Date: Jul 21, 2010 10:04:41 PM PDT Author: Toys42 It was a great day despite the rain. I just wish I could have tried the cold duck salad from the “upscale” French restaurant! Thanks to Gary for leading and to all for the great turnout.   Reply to this Post