Interstate 40 through the Smoky
Going west from Raleigh N.C. on I40 next week. Just wondering how rough of a climb it is through the Smokys? Any 6% or harder climb? Thanks AL
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Cougarnewbie wrote:
Going west from Raleigh N.C. on I40 next week. Just wondering how rough of a climb it is through the Smokys? Any 6% or harder climb?
Thanks
AL
Black mountain will be your steepest climb. Just take your time. Once over the hump. It is an easy ride. however as you get farther west. The speed limit drops to 50 MPH because of curves.
Also remember coming back. Start down Black Mountain slow. Going up is much easier, and safer than coming down. So drop down thru the gear box to a gear low enough to hold you to 35 MPH or so. Do NOT ride your brakes
