Annual All Toyota Dragon Run (US129), Hosted by Celicatech Options

[Murgatroy]

After voting we have settled on the dates of April 17th through 19th for the Annual Celicatech Dragon Run.

For the uninitiated, The Dragon is a stretch of road that lies between Tennessee and North Carolina, it is known by many names, but it is officially known as US Highway 129. It is a marvelous stretch of road known to automotive enthusiasts the entire world over.

This is the 3rd year for this version of our meet, but it is the evolution of the Pigeon Forge meet, which was held for many years prior.

We have anticipated a very high turn-out this year, as we have people come in from all over the country. This is an open invitation to all Toyota Owners, and will be posted across several boards.

This will be my third year hosting it, and to be honest, it is the highlight of my year. I enjoy seeing me friends and making new ones.

Now, some of you might be asking, 'Why is it called the Dragon Run?' Well, let me explain.

We are car fanatics. And the reason we love cars, is that we love to drive them. So in a departure from typical meets, we plan this around driving. Driving through the Great Smokey Mountains and enjoying some beautiful sights and comradeship.

This year we intend to make several runs of the Dragon, and come down the Cherohala Skyway as well.

This is our intended route.



Lodging is being planned just off of Cedar Bluff in Knoxville. There are many hotels to fit different budgets.

Holiday Inn Select Knoxville-West Hotel (I-40 & I-75)
- www.holidayinn.com - (877) 863-4780

La Quinta Inn-Knoxville West
- www.lq.com - (865) 690-9777

Sleep Inn
- www.sleepinn.com - (865) 531-5900

Holiday Inn Select Cedar Bluff
- www.cedarbluff.hiselect.com - (865) 693-1011

Econo Lodge West
- www.econolodge.com - (865) 693-6061

Hampton Inn Knoxville-west At Cedar Bluff, Tn
- www.hamptoninn.com - (865) 693-1101

Budget Inn
- www.hotelclub.com - (865) 934-1182

Please join in the discussion and we will see who all is coming, where you are staying, and what you would like to see happen this year. Every year is different, and every year is a blast.


2-Way Radios are recommended, this is how we all like to keep in touch with one another and make sure we all know where we are going.


I hope to see you attend.


http://www.celicatech.com/forums/showthrea...age=1&pp=25

The above is the link to our thread back at Celicatech, you must be a member to see it. If you would like to attend, please hop over and introduce yourself and let us know. So far we have nearly 30 cars signed up, we would like to have even more, this event is a blast every year!

[Tigawoods]

if gas stays the way it is and i have no problems with the car and there is no auto-x that weekend then maaaybe. an 8hr drive is alot for me. if we get alot more 6gens too

[bccentaur3]

only if the drive wasn't so long I would go.

[supershannon77]

bump. ..for an awesome meet..I'm trying my best to go this year!

[Shocker]

Im sure ill be there

[richee3]

If I can find another job by then, count me in.

[Jaws4God]

anyone from charlotte area going?

[robidunno]

As a former resident of East Tennessee, it's an unbelievable drive. 318 turns in 11 miles is the greatest feeling I've had behind the wheel in a long while. I would LOVE to be there for this. Why did I move again??? I have to say it's worth the trip if you're thinking about it.

[crwarrior]

yeah man..i was talking to my friend who has a 7th gen celi...we wanna go. im sooo going even though im in bfe but its totally worth it i hope lol...what could be fun is meeting people on the way with celicas and driving up there all together but thats just me i dunno lol but im going so hope to see everyone there

[Murgatroy]

Bump.

Four months and counting, we have roughly 45 cars already. 3rd through 7th Gens, I was hoping for a better response from the 6th Gen guys...

[TRD_Ian]

debating on making the trip from canada, we shal see

[xtinkt94]

I've done this trip on a motorcycle all the way from southern Illinois and it was well worth the ride. This is a great place to ride or drive. I can promise anyone that if they go they will not be sorry! I hope I can make it, we'll have to see. Should be a blast!

This post has been edited by xtinkt94: Jan 26, 2009 - 11:31 AM

[Dr_Tweak]

I am planning on going to this meet.

-Doc

[boosted185]

a buddy of mine took his bike down there a few years ago and the pictures are amazing. Should be a lot of fun. I'm going to try and go, no garuntees which car I'm brining tho.....90 "haftrac" or 92 Alltrac

[MR2Guru]

I'm excited, and if any of you have encountered me in chat, you know this already!

We NEED more 6g's this year. We took a great shot of 4 generations last year, and guess what was missing? A 6GC! The blasphemy!

Cars are coming from as far as Canada!

I think I have a few 4AG, Supra and MR2 groups on the bandwagon as well. This should be BIG! I cant wait!

[crankyelbow]

If my car is in one piece and I can remember...

I will most certainly make this trip

[MR2Guru]

I am planning on going to this meet.

-Doc

Do you think you will still be able to make it?

[pittfirefighter]

If my car is still running, i will be attending... tiga... you should join me for the trip!!

[DEATH]

95% sure I'll be there - anyone else from Houston or Texas going? Damn 3s is gonna drink $200 getting there LOL

[JustinCapps]

god this sounds amazing.. thats al long drive from WA tho.. ill see whats going on...