 Maggie Valley, N.C.
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Interesting people, these Cannonballers. Met a few people that I've only read about. Talked with Buzz Canter for a bit, gave Shinya Kimura (1915 Indian) directions and sympathised with Bill Price over the bent valve on his 1915 HD. Not counting the HD's, got to see a couple of Hendersons, a Flying Merkel and an Excelsior under their own power. Cool! Too many noisy Harley's in town though. Feels like I'm in Daytona at times. Only 3 Triumphs seen so far (1 Bonnie, 2 Tigers). No Speedys or America's - not even mine 
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Re: Maggie Valley, N.C.
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Joined: May 2007
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I had plans on riding up there, until my wife changed them with a couple of music festival tickets. Oh well sometimes you have to play nice. Good times were had either way.
George
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07 BA with 605's, engine dresser bars, and cheap saddle bags.
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Re: Maggie Valley, N.C.
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George
Freelance Observer
07 BA with 605's, engine dresser bars, and cheap saddle bags.
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Re: Maggie Valley, N.C.
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Joined: Feb 2006
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Learned Hand
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Man, I wish I could participate! After 49 years, I finally found what I love to do best...Unfortunately the oldest bike I have is a 1972, but I do attend the 215 mile "3 State Ride" on it each year....Almost as fun!
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Re: Maggie Valley, N.C.
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The experience of a lifetime seemed to be the common theme among the riders. Clearly, there was no "race". I'm no mechanic, so I'll never own an antique bike, but I couldn't miss the chance to see this. I'm not a people person (hence my name), but all these riders seemed to be approachable to those who were so inclined.
Cruising back roads at lower speed is my idea of a great ride. Going cross-country would be a dream!
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