Fun Times & New Friends: Asheville to Cherokee, NC to Asheville

Interstate I-40 to US 19 through Maggie Valley, NC and up to Cherokee.
Blue Ridge Parkway on the way back - got lost in heavy rains.  Doubled back to US 19 and I-40.

Amazing day of riding and meeting great people.  On the way to Cherokee met Martin and Christina.  Martin is a chef for employees in Athens, GA and he and Christina ride their Ultra-Glide whenever they have an opportunity.  Very nice people.  We talked next to a gas pump for about 45 minutes about kids, rides, food, and our bikes.  They extended an invitation to stay with them whenever in Athens area.  Just one of those great motorcycle meets that remain memorable.

Christina & Martin














Had lunch at Granny's home cooking restaurant in Cherokee.  Buffet with salad bar, corn bread, and broasted chicken.  Was having fun people watching.

On the way back, I decided to take the Blue Ridge Parkway.  I had the best two lane road through the mountains.  Saw two couples hanging around a pull-out - I just had to see what was up.  Turned out that Matt, Troy, Cindy, and Nancy were from Michigan (hour north of Detroit).  They had trailered up their two Harleys and were staying in Gatlinburg, TN.  We had such a great time joking around and sharing contact information.  I know for a fact that I will be seeing them again in the future - maybe a future ride.


Troy, Me, Cindy, Matt, & Nancy














On the way back, I got lost on the Parkway and almost ended up in Gatlinburg, TN.  I had to double back - a long long way.  Cold rain poured from the sky the entire trip back to US 19.  Soaked.  However, when I reached the valley the sun was hot and the sky was clear - all dry by the time I reached the hotel.

Went back to Limones Restaurant for their amazing, awesome, and famous lobster nachos.  Met two barstool friends in a festive mood.














Special plug for the BMW dealer in Asheville - what a great place.  Bought new riding sneakers, and got my bike washed.  These folks run the best BMW dealership I have ever experienced.  

Washed my clothes in the hotel.  I am now ready for tomorrow's trip to Louisville, KY.

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  1. UnknownJune 10, 2018 at 8:53 AM

    It was great meeting you! What are the chances you meet a bunch of people from Michigan all in the same day? If you are ever in Athens look us up! Safe travels! -Christina

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    1. Rob MarquseeJune 12, 2018 at 5:41 AM

      It was great to meet you guys. I most certainly will come by and say "hi" next time I am up your way. I love the fact that you guys ride a lot. You are so close to great biking.

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