Ridge Runout Gravel
Self supported gravel cycling route exploring lesser known Pisgah National Forest roads and climbs, with riders navigating on their own and carrying their own supplies. Starts at a reservation only farm and forest retreat near Newland for an endurance focused group outing.
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A rugged monster cross gravel cycling challenge winding through Pisgah National Forest on punchy climbs and fast dirt descents. Riders tackle an endurance-style course with a competitive atmosphere and strong local bike-community energy.

A rugged monster cross gravel cycling challenge winding through Pisgah National Forest on punchy climbs and fast dirt descents. Riders tackle an endurance-style course with a competitive atmosphere and strong local bike-community energy.
A rugged monster cross gravel cycling challenge winding through Pisgah National Forest on punchy climbs and fast dirt descents. Riders tackle an endurance-style course with a competitive atmosphere and strong local bike-community energy.

High elevation gravel endurance race through Pisgah National Forest, a 100 mile course of rugged gravel roads, steep climbs, and forested descents that tests stamina and bike handling across mixed terrain.

High elevation gravel endurance race through Pisgah National Forest, a 100 mile course of rugged gravel roads, steep climbs, and forested descents that tests stamina and bike handling across mixed terrain.
High elevation gravel endurance race through Pisgah National Forest, a 100 mile course of rugged gravel roads, steep climbs, and forested descents that tests stamina and bike handling across mixed terrain.

A long-distance gran fondo road cycling ride on scenic Blue Ridge mountain roads near Boone, with rolling climbs and fast descents. Part of the Gran Fondo National Series, drawing endurance riders and competitive pace groups.

A long-distance gran fondo road cycling ride on scenic Blue Ridge mountain roads near Boone, with rolling climbs and fast descents. Part of the Gran Fondo National Series, drawing endurance riders and competitive pace groups.
A long-distance gran fondo road cycling ride on scenic Blue Ridge mountain roads near Boone, with rolling climbs and fast descents. Part of the Gran Fondo National Series, drawing endurance riders and competitive pace groups.

Endurance gravel grinder through DuPont State Recreational Forest on rugged Blue Ridge dirt roads and rolling climbs. Asheville on Bikes hosts a competitive ride with a community race-day vibe in Cedar Mountain.

Endurance gravel grinder through DuPont State Recreational Forest on rugged Blue Ridge dirt roads and rolling climbs. Asheville on Bikes hosts a competitive ride with a community race-day vibe in Cedar Mountain.
Endurance gravel grinder through DuPont State Recreational Forest on rugged Blue Ridge dirt roads and rolling climbs. Asheville on Bikes hosts a competitive ride with a community race-day vibe in Cedar Mountain.

Challenging Gran Fondo road ride through Asheville's mountain roads with multiple distance options and hilly climbs for endurance focused riders, supported by aid stations and a community ride atmosphere.

Challenging Gran Fondo road ride through Asheville's mountain roads with multiple distance options and hilly climbs for endurance focused riders, supported by aid stations and a community ride atmosphere.
Challenging Gran Fondo road ride through Asheville's mountain roads with multiple distance options and hilly climbs for endurance focused riders, supported by aid stations and a community ride atmosphere.

A rugged gravel cycling race in Hot Springs with punchy climbs, fast descents, and sweeping mountain backroads. Part of the Southeast Gravel Series, it draws endurance riders chasing times, podiums, and gritty camaraderie.

A rugged gravel cycling race in Hot Springs with punchy climbs, fast descents, and sweeping mountain backroads. Part of the Southeast Gravel Series, it draws endurance riders chasing times, podiums, and gritty camaraderie.
A rugged gravel cycling race in Hot Springs with punchy climbs, fast descents, and sweeping mountain backroads. Part of the Southeast Gravel Series, it draws endurance riders chasing times, podiums, and gritty camaraderie.

Leisurely social gravel ride up Rice Pinnacle through Bent Creek's scenic dirt roads and singletrack, emphasizing a relaxed pace and group camaraderie; suitable for cyclists of all ability levels organized by Asheville on Bikes.

Leisurely social gravel ride up Rice Pinnacle through Bent Creek's scenic dirt roads and singletrack, emphasizing a relaxed pace and group camaraderie; suitable for cyclists of all ability levels organized by Asheville on Bikes.
Leisurely social gravel ride up Rice Pinnacle through Bent Creek's scenic dirt roads and singletrack, emphasizing a relaxed pace and group camaraderie; suitable for cyclists of all ability levels organized by Asheville on Bikes.

Endurance mountain bike race through Pisgah National Forest’s rugged singletrack near Old Fort, with timed competition and a festival-like race-day atmosphere. Built for strong climbers and technical riders chasing a 50-mile challenge.

Endurance mountain bike race through Pisgah National Forest’s rugged singletrack near Old Fort, with timed competition and a festival-like race-day atmosphere. Built for strong climbers and technical riders chasing a 50-mile challenge.
Endurance mountain bike race through Pisgah National Forest’s rugged singletrack near Old Fort, with timed competition and a festival-like race-day atmosphere. Built for strong climbers and technical riders chasing a 50-mile challenge.

An evening roundtable with WNC Sierra Club focused on protecting national forests and opposing rescission of the 2001 Roadless Rule. Community discussion centers on impacts to Pisgah roadless acres and local conservation action steps.

An evening roundtable with WNC Sierra Club focused on protecting national forests and opposing rescission of the 2001 Roadless Rule. Community discussion centers on impacts to Pisgah roadless acres and local conservation action steps.
An evening roundtable with WNC Sierra Club focused on protecting national forests and opposing rescission of the 2001 Roadless Rule. Community discussion centers on impacts to Pisgah roadless acres and local conservation action steps.

Casual mixed terrain group gravel ride for all skill levels, looping over pavement, gravel, and singletrack before regrouping at a bike friendly coffee shop for socializing and post ride conversation.

Casual mixed terrain group gravel ride for all skill levels, looping over pavement, gravel, and singletrack before regrouping at a bike friendly coffee shop for socializing and post ride conversation.
Casual mixed terrain group gravel ride for all skill levels, looping over pavement, gravel, and singletrack before regrouping at a bike friendly coffee shop for socializing and post ride conversation.

Pedal paced morning group ride through Asheville neighborhoods that ends at a local coffee stop for casual socializing and bike camaraderie. Beginner friendly community meet for riders of all skill levels.

Pedal paced morning group ride through Asheville neighborhoods that ends at a local coffee stop for casual socializing and bike camaraderie. Beginner friendly community meet for riders of all skill levels.
Pedal paced morning group ride through Asheville neighborhoods that ends at a local coffee stop for casual socializing and bike camaraderie. Beginner friendly community meet for riders of all skill levels.

Weekly no drop group bike ride rolling out from a coffee roastery and finishing at a donut shop. Expect a 10–14 mile route with about 1,000 feet of climbing and an easygoing community pace.

Weekly no drop group bike ride rolling out from a coffee roastery and finishing at a donut shop. Expect a 10–14 mile route with about 1,000 feet of climbing and an easygoing community pace.
Weekly no drop group bike ride rolling out from a coffee roastery and finishing at a donut shop. Expect a 10–14 mile route with about 1,000 feet of climbing and an easygoing community pace.

Pedal through varied city routes on a weekly social ride that alternates length and intensity; welcoming all skill levels with no drop pacing and social stops, with organizer socials used for exact logistics.

Pedal through varied city routes on a weekly social ride that alternates length and intensity; welcoming all skill levels with no drop pacing and social stops, with organizer socials used for exact logistics.
Pedal through varied city routes on a weekly social ride that alternates length and intensity; welcoming all skill levels with no drop pacing and social stops, with organizer socials used for exact logistics.

Off road endurance mountain bike adventure through Pisgah National Forest's steep singletrack, technical climbs, and forested descents; navigation checkpoints and race strategy challenge experienced riders in a timed competition.

Off road endurance mountain bike adventure through Pisgah National Forest's steep singletrack, technical climbs, and forested descents; navigation checkpoints and race strategy challenge experienced riders in a timed competition.
Off road endurance mountain bike adventure through Pisgah National Forest's steep singletrack, technical climbs, and forested descents; navigation checkpoints and race strategy challenge experienced riders in a timed competition.