The Tail of the Dragon was on my Biker Bucket List since 2005. On Monday, June 27, 2016, I finally build up the courage to slay the Dragon’s 318 curves in 11 miles on the 2016 Indian Roadmaster Motorcycle. 
I had a difficult time falling asleep the night before. I spent most of my time reading news articles on the internet and watching videos trying to prepare myself mentally because I do not like riding through the mountains on roads with twists and turns and the spontaneous reaction of my heart to switchback and hairpin turns and yellow warning signs changing speed limits and pictures of wild animals.
I wake up early ready to conquer my fear of the unknown and to ignore the rumors and myths about the Tail of the Dragon. I stop by the Tree of Shame refusing to leave any motorcycle parts behind with my signature claiming no gain with lots of pain.
I pick up a Dragon Tail Sword to strike before I get on the bike. 
The starting point of the Tail of the Dragon is at the Deal Gap Motorcycle Resort in Robbinsville, North Carolina and ends in Tennessee on U.S. Route 129.
I’m so glad I had my sister Porsche Taylor with me to provide positive words of encouragement to accomplish this intimidating goal since she knows I’m not a fan of twisty roads with blind spots.
If the Tail of the Dragon is on your biker bucket list, ride your ride and keep your eyes focused on the road.
I want to ride The Tail of the Dragon too. I live in Michigan, and we don’t have many twists, if any. Don’t get me wrong Michigan is beautiful. I’m afraid of the drop- offs. I did the ride of a lifetime. I saw the redwoods. Those mountains were so scary, but I did it. Boy was it beautiful. I’m hoping I can handle the dragon. I’m a little nervous.. You are an inspiration. Thanks
Hello Dora, thank you for stopping by and sharing your stories of riding through Michigan and the beautiful Redwoods. If you decide to ride the Tail of the Dragon, take your time and ride your ride. I was nervous also…it’s okay to be nervous to ride into the experience with butterflies…I know you can do it! All the Best ~ SeCCRet