Lake City and Norris Dam

February, 22nd, 2004

Trip Statistics:

Time Traveled - 5 Hours
Miles Traveled - 117 miles
Accommodations -
Gas - 4.00
Food (Estimated) -

   
    One reason for today's ride was to learn more about the GPS. The forecast was for temps. to reach near the mid 50's and I would say it made it that high, "IN ATLANTA". We actually saw snow today along side the road where it had been plowed and was piled in the shade.
    The invitation for this Spur of the Moment ride did not go out until 9:00 AM yet 4 people replied almost immediately. Sandee Bible, Kelly Militti, Ned Goodman, Larry Johnson and myself rode our five bikes today. I met Sandee near the Knox/Jefferson County line. Ned and Larry were waiting on us at Wendy's at John Sevier Highway and 11E Intersection. Kelly joined us at Hooters on Kingston Pike. From Hooter's, the GPS took over navigation.
    To be honest, I am not sure of all the roads we were on today. The GPS was set to take us the most direct route which meant a lot of turns at intersections. It also meant a lot of back roads were traveled, some of which threatened to turn to solid gravel at any moment.
    We meandered up through Lake City onto Rt. 441 and traveled South over Norris Dam. We did make a brief stop on the river and at the Overlook. (Did anyone notice the chick sleeping in the Mustang...or was that just me?) We returned to Knoxville via Broadway where Ned and Larry peeled off to head for home. Kelly left us on Kingston Pike and Sandee returned to Morristown when I veered off near my home.
    The temps never did get to 53 as forecast but there was more sun than we anticipated. 5 more degrees would have made it a much better day....but who can complain? The days are getting warmer and longer. Lotsa bikes out today.