There, in a break in the tree line, flashed a vision as I sped along U.S. 129. Simmering blue-green water, distant soaring ridges, a heavenly sight flashed before becoming blocked again by roadside underbrush. My Yamaha Tracer 9 willingly carved a quick U-turn. I nestled her up against the guardrail in the narrow strip of grass between the open road and the precipice … [Read more...] about Glorious Graham: The Secret Side of the Smokies
Tapoco Lodge
Small bikes make for big fun in the Smokies
Motorcycles typically connote power and attract those seeking heart-thumping thrill. The larger the engine displacement and the more torque, the better. But then in 2014 Honda released the Grom, a 125cc bike producing less than 10 horsepower. It was a huge hit, and the L.A. Times reported dealerships were sold out of the tiny Grom with Honda struggling to keep up with the … [Read more...] about Small bikes make for big fun in the Smokies
