I just road down last week to the Gap and had an amazing time! I handled the ride down there without a problem and that's probably due to the fact I ride a Katana. I was a little leary as I've only been riding a few years, but I'm so glad I did. I really enjoyed the C. Skyway as well, and I think with all the talk The Dragon gets, which is warranted, that it can be overlooked and what a fantastic ride! I'm making multiple trips back down this summer because I look at it this way. If I'm going to go out riding all day, meaning 6hrs or more, then why not ride to one of the best roads the nation has to offer? Not taking anything away from the roads in my area in SW OH and NKY because I know there is a ton that I haven't experienced yet. The Dragon and C.Skyway are just such fantastic rides though, that it's worth the ride down even on the eway. Glad you made it back safely Blitz.