frequently asked questions.

Who is invited?
This is a CivicX.com event, not just a 10th/11th/5th generation Civic/Integra event. You and your guests are welcome to come regardless of what you drive.

I didn’t register. Can I still come to the event?
Absolutely! Registration gets you into the banquet, but you (or your friends) are more than welcome to tag along with us for our official group drives on Saturday. If you decide to tag along with us, you will be given a “drive only” waiver on arrival and a wristband.

What makes CivicX+ Wake the Dragon different from your average meet?
Not only do you get to meet new members and check out each other's cars, you also get to do some spirited driving on some of the best roads in the world. More importantly, you get to spend a few days with your fellow members so you will get to know them a bit better than you would at your average meet.

What is Deal's Gap?
Deal's Gap is just another name for the area where the Tail of the Dragon lies. Usually, when people are talking about either the Tail of the Dragon or Deal's Gap, they are talking about the same thing. 

Where is the nearest town?
Robbinsville NC, the nearest town, is 18 miles away from the Dragon and 27 miles away from Fontana Village. There are a few gas stations there, a drug store, grocery store, etc. if needed.

Are there other great roads in the area besides the Dragon?
Yes! US-129 between the Dragon and Tapoco Lodge is quite good and can be considered an extension of the Dragon. NC-28 has a long curvy section known as the Hellbender. The Cherohala Skyway which begins near Robbinsville, NC as NC-143 and ends near Tellico Plains, TN as TN-165 is a more scenic road with sweeping curves and elevations above 5000 feet. There are also some great dams to see in the area owned by TVA. A great website to search the area is the aptly named https://tailofthedragon.com/.

Can I use my cell phone at the Dragon?
The Dragon and much of our routes are in rural areas with no cell coverage. Fontana Village now has Verizon coverage in the lobby and at Wildwood Grill. Cell coverage for most services is available in Robbinsville, the nearest town. The gas station / resort at the base of the hill has AT&T hotspot. 

How can we communicate without cellphones?
2-way radios are recommended because they are the only way to communicate when not in Robbinsville. Make sure to get some with subchannels. We own and have great luck with Baofeng radios should you want to get your own. OUR RADIO CHANNEL WILL BE CHANNEL 4.

Can I be irresponsible?
Irresponsibility that endangers the safety and property of others will not be tolerated. Any offending persons will be asked not to return next year. There is to be no reckless driving, racing, fighting, or any other irresponsible activities. Do not bring online feuds to the event. Don't ruin it for everyone else.

Where can I see pictures from the drives?
There are a few companies who take pictures of the cars that pass by on the Tail of the Dragon. These are around $5 per person and usually worth buying one or two to remember as they are high quality. We highly recommend Killboy.com!