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Old 04-17-2009, 08:39 AM
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Yahoo states these are the top 10 scariest roads in America. I know some of you have ridden these roads. What's your thoughts?

http://travel.yahoo.com/p-interests-...mVzLTQtMTUtMDk-
 
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I've done the Highway 1 / Big Sur. I don't think it is as scary as it is beautiful. It is a pretty amazing ride. I highly suggest it.
 
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Scariest??? Someone is a serious puss. More like the most beautiful roads.
 
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Rode the dragon many times. Wasn't scared, just amazed.
 
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DC Beltway during rush hour is scary. Those are just awesome rides.
 
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They don't have their facts right, I have ridden between Aspen and Leadville a dozen times. It's not 187 miles ! And it's no where near Royal Gorge.

I admit, there are places between the two without guard rails, and several spots where the road narrows to 1 lane. But it's not that scary.

The only time I felt unsafe was last year.
It was raining, almost dark, and I had to cross Independence Pass to with the temp around 32 degrees. Lucky for us we got down the pass just before it was completely dark.
 
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The Pacific Coast Highway is beautiful and the Dragon is tons of fun. If you want scary, try going through Dallas at almost any time of day, the West Virginia Turnpike (when under construction or in winter) or I-65 from Chicago to Indianapolis. The last one has pot holes that 18-wheelers dodge. Now that's scary.
 
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Hwy 550 from Durango CO to Ouray CO over Red Mountain Pass should have made this list, its a WAY more dangerous / scary road than Tail of the Dragon. You take a spill on Hwy. 550 you fall 500 ft (at least) to your death. Its a beautiful ride though, just no room for mistakes.
 
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Anyone ride decker cyn in so cal that can be a scary road very narrow lots of tight turns
 
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Judging from the responses, it sounds like some beancounter that's never ridden on 2 wheels in his life has compiled this list. Figures. more shoddy news.
 


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