Attended 2009 Sharkfest
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I just spent nearly a week in BMW heaven.
First we had a small group that met in Robbinsville, NC for some scenic mountain drives. There were two new M6 verts and a new 135i in attendance, along with a 645ci (board member CobraDave), an E46 M3, and my 550i. We got in 10 runs on the Tail of the Dragon, 318 turns in 11 miles. Four were clean runs with zero traffic. Most of the time you catch traffic and it takes twice the time (or longer) for the 11 miles. Let me just say the 550i does quite well, no matter how tight the twisties. I definitely learned the fine line of throttle control and tire adhesion. I guess practicing thru 3180 turns makes perfect......
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We also drove over the Cherohola Skyway and had lunch in Tellico Plains, TN.
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Back on the TOD and US 129.
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First we had a small group that met in Robbinsville, NC for some scenic mountain drives. There were two new M6 verts and a new 135i in attendance, along with a 645ci (board member CobraDave), an E46 M3, and my 550i. We got in 10 runs on the Tail of the Dragon, 318 turns in 11 miles. Four were clean runs with zero traffic. Most of the time you catch traffic and it takes twice the time (or longer) for the 11 miles. Let me just say the 550i does quite well, no matter how tight the twisties. I definitely learned the fine line of throttle control and tire adhesion. I guess practicing thru 3180 turns makes perfect......
![Attended 2009 Sharkfest-nk3_2846s.jpg](https://5series.net/forums/attachments/meet-greet-discussion-24/80268d1482364444t-attended-2009-sharkfest-nk3_2846s.jpg)
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We also drove over the Cherohola Skyway and had lunch in Tellico Plains, TN.
![Attended 2009 Sharkfest-nk3_2853s.jpg](https://5series.net/forums/attachments/meet-greet-discussion-24/80269d1482364444t-attended-2009-sharkfest-nk3_2853s.jpg)
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Back on the TOD and US 129.
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My Ride: 2008 535xi / Platinum Grey / Black leather / Step Auto / Sport / Premium / Cold weather / 18" wheels / Logic 7 / Comfort / ipod / Navigation / Fold Down Rear Seats / Rear Airbags / Sirius SAT / Spoiler / Extended Clear bra / Bluetooth. (Previously owned a 2002 sport 525I Loaded).
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Awesome!!!! Great photos..