November 2024 – Peak Colors

On the first Saturday of November, three riders headed for the mountains to chase fall colors, and they caught them!  Larry, Mel and Kevin (new-to-us, great to have you, Kevin) took the fast lane up, then branched off to ride the Richard Russell Scenic Parkway (really shoulda’ stopped for a pic!).  We report back that colors are great in the mountains… the highest elevations (like Hogpen Gap on the Richard Russell and Brasstown Bald) are just a bit past peak so don’t delay visiting them.  All the mid-elevations are great and will peak this coming week.  And the lower elevations aren’t too far off as well.  Make time to take time in the coming weeks to visit – you won’t regret it. 

Although their start was surprisingly foggy, it lifted quickly to a full-sun day.  There were some crowds, but not as much as expected.  And if you can visit during the week, you’ll be golden!  Wolf Pen Gap was thoroughly enjoyable as always.  The guys rested a bit at TWO in Suches, then headed down twisty 60 for lunch at the (reopened) Tavern Grill at Turner’s Corner.  Kudo’s to the new owners as it was well worth the stop.  From there it was home thru the Frogtown / Copper Mines area (much nicer than trudging thru Dahlonega).  Made it home in plenty of time for the Dawgs’ game.  About 165 miles for the day.  Join us next time.