The Swank 65 This Weekend in The Pisgah National Forest

November 13, 2016     The Swank 65    Mountain bike racing at its most primeval, far removed from civilization and polluted air. The race begins at 2500 feet, and consists of a triad of cloverleaf shaped loops winding around Gloucester Gap in Pisgah National Forest. Rolling over rugged mining roads, fun single track, tough climbs and hell-raising descents, the exhilarating course will test your skills and desire as you explore the devilish terrain of the Pisgah National Forest.

 

 Get complete local information on our Brevard NC Visitor Guide 

Labor Day Weekend Events: Nantahala Outdoor Center "Hang on to Summer" Adventures

September 3 - 5, 2016 at NOC (Nantahala Outdoor Center), 13077 Highway 19 West in Bryson City NC:  "Hang on to Summer" Adventures.  Enjoy Whitewater Rafting, Zip Lining and other Outdoor Adventures while the weather is still warm and the fun continues at NOC.

photos courtesy of NOC

Select from a range of intensity levels or take a look at all of the guided trips available. For more excitement, mix and match multiple adventures for a full-day of fun.

Soar and climb on NOC's thrilling ziplines. Take on the adrenaline-pumping Mountaintop Zip Line Tour with its heart-stopping Half-Mile Mega Zip or Tackle ZLAP's 16 challenging mid-air obstacles and fly down the 550' Wesser Zip.

Enjoy the Smoky Mountains with NOC's Outdoor Adventures. Choose from mountain biking, train excursion, Fontana Lake paddling and more.

 

NC Mountain Biking: Hot Doggett 100 Bike Ride in Mars Hill

July 13   Hot Doggett 100 Bike Ride   5th Annual Hot Doggett 100 and Devil's Fork Metric Century Ride with the same challenging 100 mile and 100 kilometer closed loop courses as last year. The 100 mile course covers some of the most scenic and lightly traveled roads anywhere in western North Carolina. If you are seeking a challenge, you will find it in the 9,600 feet of ascension on this course.The weather forecast for ride-day is looking good with early morning temperature of 61, rising to the mid-70s with only a 20% chance of thunderstorms. Come out and watch these amazing athletes meet the challenge.

Learn more about Mars Hill NC HERE.