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3.67 out of 5 Rider Rating 3.67
3 Reviews

Route 18 - Shelby to Morganton NC

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By TonicHawk (5 McR Points) on Jul 28, 2011

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Dudewatson
89 McR Points
November 19, 2020
Good ride, if you can get off on Old 18 its even…
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Nogear
November 9, 2011
I road this in Aug 11. Great road though it was…
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Written Directions

The route begins in Shelby, NC at the intersection of US-74 and travels North to downtown Morganton, NC.

Scenery

This route covers the lower Piedmont of NC. The scenery is rolling hills and farm land. It is relatively light on the curves. It travels through a couple of small towns.

Drive Enjoyment

This road has always been a favorite because of the road condition. In the section north of Fallston it is easy traveling at 55m/hr.

Tourism Opportunities

At roughly the half way point there are two stops of interest. Red Bone Willy's Trading Company is a nice place to stop and get a glass bottle of Hehi and ice cream on a hot day. Knob Creek Orchard is has a nice shop with John Dear gifts and fresh fruits when in season.
 

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Dudewatson
November 19, 2020
89 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
Good ride, if you can get off on Old 18 its even better!!!
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Nogear
November 9, 2011
0 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring
I road this in Aug 11. Great road though it was intermittently raining so couldn't ride it like I wanted to.
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johnriopko
October 4, 2020
83 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring
Nice country ride
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