Father of the Dragon Speaks

by Doug Snavely
(Tappahannock, VA USA)

When I first created the name "Dragon" and "318 Curves in 11 Miles", I reached out to the W.O.W. {Women On Wheels} group based out of Atlanta GA. As reported in my newsletter of the "Deals Gap Riding Society", in early 1992, they dismissed me and the Dragon as promoting speed and reckless behavior. Nothing was further from the truth, and they refused to meet with me for an informal discussion of the Dragon, and how I thought it could enhance the riding experience of the group. I'm happy to see that a group pf women have had the opportunity to enjoy the experience, and pass it on as a positive one. Even it id did take 16 years. Some of the best riders I know are women, and I tip my helmet to you for taking the "Dragon" by the horns, and not letting all the guys take all the credit. It's a good road that just demands respect. Enjoy!

Doug "Cyborg" Snavely - coladoug@yahoo.com