Ridge Runout Gravel
Self-supported gravel cycling ride exploring the lesser-traveled roads and rugged forest routes of “the other” Pisgah National Forest. Starts from a reservation-only farm and forest retreat near Newland for an endurance-focused backcountry adventure.
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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.

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.

A social pace gravel group ride rolling out from Rice Pinnacle in Bent Creek, geared toward casual miles and community connection. Expect mixed-surface climbs and descents with a friendly, no drop vibe.

A social pace gravel group ride rolling out from Rice Pinnacle in Bent Creek, geared toward casual miles and community connection. Expect mixed-surface climbs and descents with a friendly, no drop vibe.
A social pace gravel group ride rolling out from Rice Pinnacle in Bent Creek, geared toward casual miles and community connection. Expect mixed-surface climbs and descents with a friendly, no drop vibe.

Mixed-surface group shop ride paired with a casual meet-and-greet and light refreshments, then a conversation with local trail advocates, land stewards, and outdoor educators. Spotlights women shaping Western NC trails, recreation access, and community stewardship.

Mixed-surface group shop ride paired with a casual meet-and-greet and light refreshments, then a conversation with local trail advocates, land stewards, and outdoor educators. Spotlights women shaping Western NC trails, recreation access, and community stewardship.
Mixed-surface group shop ride paired with a casual meet-and-greet and light refreshments, then a conversation with local trail advocates, land stewards, and outdoor educators. Spotlights women shaping Western NC trails, recreation access, and community stewardship.

A mountain bike festival weekend centered on trail riding and competitive races in Nebo, with community meetups and cycling culture at the forefront. Expect technical singletrack, endurance-focused challenges, and a lively rider base from the Asheville on Bikes scene.

A mountain bike festival weekend centered on trail riding and competitive races in Nebo, with community meetups and cycling culture at the forefront. Expect technical singletrack, endurance-focused challenges, and a lively rider base from the Asheville on Bikes scene.
A mountain bike festival weekend centered on trail riding and competitive races in Nebo, with community meetups and cycling culture at the forefront. Expect technical singletrack, endurance-focused challenges, and a lively rider base from the Asheville on Bikes scene.

Morning steaming coffee and easy pedaling on a relaxed neighborhood group ride with a coffee stop; casual urban cycling welcoming riders of all levels and focused on community connection.

Morning steaming coffee and easy pedaling on a relaxed neighborhood group ride with a coffee stop; casual urban cycling welcoming riders of all levels and focused on community connection.
Morning steaming coffee and easy pedaling on a relaxed neighborhood group ride with a coffee stop; casual urban cycling welcoming riders of all levels and focused on community connection.

Sunset yoga and grounding practices on a mountaintop off the Blue Ridge Parkway, framed by expansive ridge views and cooling evening air. A short micro retreat blends flow, breathwork, and energy focused intentions.

Sunset yoga and grounding practices on a mountaintop off the Blue Ridge Parkway, framed by expansive ridge views and cooling evening air. A short micro retreat blends flow, breathwork, and energy focused intentions.
Sunset yoga and grounding practices on a mountaintop off the Blue Ridge Parkway, framed by expansive ridge views and cooling evening air. A short micro retreat blends flow, breathwork, and energy focused intentions.

Fast-paced road cycling training ride covering 45–50 miles with a strict drop format and two speed options. Staggered rollouts from Applewood Manor (A group) and Gravelo Workshop (B group) for riders seeking a hard effort.

Fast-paced road cycling training ride covering 45–50 miles with a strict drop format and two speed options. Staggered rollouts from Applewood Manor (A group) and Gravelo Workshop (B group) for riders seeking a hard effort.
Fast-paced road cycling training ride covering 45–50 miles with a strict drop format and two speed options. Staggered rollouts from Applewood Manor (A group) and Gravelo Workshop (B group) for riders seeking a hard effort.

Weekly no drop gravel ride with a mixed surface route that rotates by season, typically mixing dirt sections and punchy climbs. Meet at a bicycle shop coffee spot and follow the Ride With GPS link shared on Instagram for the week’s plan.

Weekly no drop gravel ride with a mixed surface route that rotates by season, typically mixing dirt sections and punchy climbs. Meet at a bicycle shop coffee spot and follow the Ride With GPS link shared on Instagram for the week’s plan.
Weekly no drop gravel ride with a mixed surface route that rotates by season, typically mixing dirt sections and punchy climbs. Meet at a bicycle shop coffee spot and follow the Ride With GPS link shared on Instagram for the week’s plan.

Sunrise yoga on a Blue Ridge Parkway mountaintop pairs breathwork with grounding movement and panoramic ridgeline views. A short micro retreat format adds guided journaling and quiet reflection in fresh mountain air.

Sunrise yoga on a Blue Ridge Parkway mountaintop pairs breathwork with grounding movement and panoramic ridgeline views. A short micro retreat format adds guided journaling and quiet reflection in fresh mountain air.
Sunrise yoga on a Blue Ridge Parkway mountaintop pairs breathwork with grounding movement and panoramic ridgeline views. A short micro retreat format adds guided journaling and quiet reflection in fresh mountain air.
A slow-down retreat designed to quiet a racing mind and help you “finally exhale,” using restorative practices and guided mindfulness. Set at a peaceful retreat space near Mars Hill for nervous-system reset and deep calm.
A slow-down retreat designed to quiet a racing mind and help you “finally exhale,” using restorative practices and guided mindfulness. Set at a peaceful retreat space near Mars Hill for nervous-system reset and deep calm.
A slow-down retreat designed to quiet a racing mind and help you “finally exhale,” using restorative practices and guided mindfulness. Set at a peaceful retreat space near Mars Hill for nervous-system reset and deep calm.

A no drop mountain bike group ride rolls out from Ledford Branch Trailhead in Bent Creek, keeping the pace welcoming and regrouping as needed. Post ride hangout heads back to the shop for danishes and casual community social time.

A no drop mountain bike group ride rolls out from Ledford Branch Trailhead in Bent Creek, keeping the pace welcoming and regrouping as needed. Post ride hangout heads back to the shop for danishes and casual community social time.
A no drop mountain bike group ride rolls out from Ledford Branch Trailhead in Bent Creek, keeping the pace welcoming and regrouping as needed. Post ride hangout heads back to the shop for danishes and casual community social time.
A fall fire to table dinner in a forest farm retreat led by James Beard nominated chef Alek Schober, pairing open flame cooking with a starlit gathering atmosphere. Ideal for food focused travelers seeking an outdoorsy, seasonal tasting experience.
A fall fire to table dinner in a forest farm retreat led by James Beard nominated chef Alek Schober, pairing open flame cooking with a starlit gathering atmosphere. Ideal for food focused travelers seeking an outdoorsy, seasonal tasting experience.
A fall fire to table dinner in a forest farm retreat led by James Beard nominated chef Alek Schober, pairing open flame cooking with a starlit gathering atmosphere. Ideal for food focused travelers seeking an outdoorsy, seasonal tasting experience.

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.

A 20th-anniversary Asheville on Bikes celebration with a pop-up bike park, check-in, and a group ride from New Belgium Brewing. Choose from multiple routes—including an 18-mile gravel and mountain vibe option—then stick around for post-ride festivities and beers.

A 20th-anniversary Asheville on Bikes celebration with a pop-up bike park, check-in, and a group ride from New Belgium Brewing. Choose from multiple routes—including an 18-mile gravel and mountain vibe option—then stick around for post-ride festivities and beers.
A 20th-anniversary Asheville on Bikes celebration with a pop-up bike park, check-in, and a group ride from New Belgium Brewing. Choose from multiple routes—including an 18-mile gravel and mountain vibe option—then stick around for post-ride festivities and beers.

Weekly DIY group bike ride rolling out from the River Arts District river dock with a no drop pace, regroup points, and mid route social breaks. Routes vary in mileage and elevation, from chill flat greenway spins to progressively harder weeks.

Weekly DIY group bike ride rolling out from the River Arts District river dock with a no drop pace, regroup points, and mid route social breaks. Routes vary in mileage and elevation, from chill flat greenway spins to progressively harder weeks.
Weekly DIY group bike ride rolling out from the River Arts District river dock with a no drop pace, regroup points, and mid route social breaks. Routes vary in mileage and elevation, from chill flat greenway spins to progressively harder weeks.

Gentle guided walks through mixed hardwood and evergreen canopy, emphasizing slow sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and nature-based stress relief suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.

Gentle guided walks through mixed hardwood and evergreen canopy, emphasizing slow sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and nature-based stress relief suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.
Gentle guided walks through mixed hardwood and evergreen canopy, emphasizing slow sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and nature-based stress relief suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.

A weekly evening group road cycling ride rolling out from a local bike shop, with meet-up at 5:30pm and wheels down at 6pm. Open-to-everyone pace for outdoor fitness, social riding, and community connection through late summer.

A weekly evening group road cycling ride rolling out from a local bike shop, with meet-up at 5:30pm and wheels down at 6pm. Open-to-everyone pace for outdoor fitness, social riding, and community connection through late summer.
A weekly evening group road cycling ride rolling out from a local bike shop, with meet-up at 5:30pm and wheels down at 6pm. Open-to-everyone pace for outdoor fitness, social riding, and community connection through late summer.