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The Tail of the Dragon attracts thousands of riding enthusiasts each year. But in 1980, a Florida family began leaving their mark on the famous stretch of highway. Photos courtesy of Cathy Mathews
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A familiar sight anytime you pass through Deals Gap, whether it be 2020 or 1980: motorcycle riders, ready to take on The Tail of the Dragon.
It was 1975. Peter and Doris Leary, residents of Sanibel Island, Fla., were searching for a mountain retreat.
Recently retired, former owners of a remodeling business, the Leary’s wanted an…
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