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• BIKE, HELMETS, GUIDE
• TUBES AND BIKE REPAIR KIT
• ALL MEALS, SNACKS, BEVERAGES
• CAMPING EQUIPMENT:
• TENT, SLEEPING BAG AND PAD
Full suspension bikes can be provided with an additional charge
• TRANSPORTATION
Transportation is provided from Ski Country Sports in Asheville.
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The weather in the Southeast can be unpredictable in all seasons of the year. We ask that clients make sure they bring synthetic layers in order to achieve maximum comfort. Cotton should be avoided due to the fact that it absorbs water, therefore increases evaporative heat loss. Synthetic layers, poly-propylene, fleece are the best bets because they properly allow water vapor to escape and retain body heat despite being wet.
Bring any medications that you are currently taking.
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| # of Riders |
Price |
| 1-8 |
$695.00 |
| 10 or more |
Contact Us |
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$200.00 required deposit
* Need a Bike Check out our Bike Rentals
Hotel Option: Our multi-day mountain biking tours include camping and meals in the price. Clients who wish to stay in a hotel will receive 20% off the price of the tour. Please call for hotel information.
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Deposits and Cancellations
BDAT require a 50% deposit upon making your reservation. We have 48 hour cancellation policy. If your reservation is not canceled within 48 hours of your tour, your deposit will be withheld. |
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Western Carolina Triple Crown 2008 Schedule and Info
| Month |
Dates |
| May: |
14,15,16,17 |
| June: |
25,26,27,28 |
| July: |
16,17,18,19 |
| August: |
20,21,22,23 |
| September: |
24,25,26,27 |
| October: |
15,16,17,18 |
Day 1
Meet time/location: Ski Country Sports 9:00 am
Destination: DuPont State Forest
Day Description: Riders will meet at Ski Country Sports in North Asheville to purchase any last minute supplies and or gear that the may need. As a group we will travel to Dupont State Forest , a mecca for mountain biking trails, hiking trails, waterfalls and swimming holes. On the first day we will warm up on smooth groomed singletrack trails with steep and gnarly Appalachian descents, loaded with steps, water bars and roots. From there we will head to slick rock trails where you can test your skills on uneven terrain with plenty of opportunities to catch air. Lunch will be served alongside the Little River, where you can relax, soak up the sun, or go for a swim. From there we will head to more thrilling singletrack. The day will conclude with a visit to a beautiful waterfall before settling at the Pisgah campground. Cocktails, creek side chair massage, reading, or swinging in a hammock, are leisure options while we prepare dinner. |
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About Dupont
The forest was founded 7 years ago after the state purchased the property from a local land developer who had recently bought it from the Dupont Corporation. Dupont constructed over 90 trails throughout the 10,000 acres they owned: miles of singletrack and slick rock trails, with incredible waterfalls lurking around each corner.
Dupont is home to some of the only true slick rock trails in the eastern United States. Three slick rock trails covering a bald granite mountain will leave even the most advanced rider totally exhilarated.
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Day 2
Destination: Pisgah National Forest
Day Description: Pisgah National Forest has it all; with more singletrack that one can ride in perhaps a lifetime, surrounded by lush, thick, green forest. It is one of the wettest areas in the country. We will explore the depths of this forest, seeking breathtaking mountain vistas, enchanting waterfalls, adrenaline pumping downhills, and climbs. The best way to explain this ride is steep and technical. We will begin by riding up Clawhammer to Black Mountain, arguably one of the better downhill trails in Western North Carolina. Lunch will be served on the banks of the Davidson River, recently ranked in the top one hundred in fly fishing rivers in the country. Afternoon rides take us to numerous trails around the Fish Hatchery, in the heart of Pisgah. At the end of the day, we will set up camp beside a mountain creek in the lush jungle of the forest. |
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Pisgah National Forest
The land referred to as the Pisgah National Forest is over a half million acres, mostly surrounding Mt. Pisgah. The land was first acquired by George Vanderbilt in the late 1800’s, to be a part of his famous Biltmore Estate erected in Asheville in 1885. The US Government acquired the land from Vanderbilt’s widow after his death in 1914. Mt. Pisgah, along with the Nantahala National Forest, makes up most of the majority of Western North Carolina’s forested land. But the forest has also shaped other surrounding areas. The most commonly used entrance into Pisgah is on Hwy. 276 in Brevard, NC. Brevard’s close proximity to Pisgah and its mild climate has turned it into a hot spot in the country for athletes to live and train year-round. |
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Day 3
Destination: Pisgah National Forest
Day Description: We have located the best downhill shuttle rides around for this muscle recovery day. Get ready to drop some of the steepest, fastest trails that will leave you shouting for more. Our first downhill will begin alongside the Blue Ridge Parkway ending in the Mills River area. This forty minute rip roaring ride is the ideal way to get the day started. From here we will travel north on the Parkway to Mt. Mitchell. Be prepared to ride down the tallest mountain east of the Mississippi, following Heartbreak ridge, which drops from the summit of Mt. Mitchell to the town of Old Fort. From here the van will then shuttle you to the trail head of Kitzuma, one of the legendary rides in Western Carolina. A narrow singletrack trail with steep drop offs, technical descents, and straight ridgelines, Kitzuma is very fast. By the time you reach the bottom, your nerves are completely shot and your adrenaline is at an all time high. Time permitting there is an option of riding an old roadbed up the side of a remote mountain to the Kitzuma trail head, experiencing complete solitude in the wilderness. From here we’ll drive to Tsali recreation area and set up camp. Pre dinner plans are either a refreshing swim in the pristine Lake Fontana, or bathing in the campground showers. Creek-side massages and cocktails will be offered, with plenty of time to unwind in a hammock and reflect on the day. Don’t forget your bike’s light for optional evening activities, including a night ride through Tsali. |
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Day 4
Destination: Tsali Recreation Area
Day Description: Tsali Recreation Area, ranked one of the top mountain biking locations in the country, has miles of fast groomed singletrack, all along side of Lake Fontana. This pristine mountain lake boasts turquoise colors with spectacular mountain views. At any point during the day we’ll stop for a cool refreshing dip. The beginner/intermediate trail system here consists of two major loops with two independent trails in each of the loop, a total mileage of roughly 36. Depending on the day of the week, there is a rotation of the two major loops that are open to bikers. Tsali is an ideal ending to this four day adventure. Fast fun trails, with incredible views that will leave you in a state of pure Appalachia bliss. The group will travel back to Asheville for the conclusion. |
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About Tsali
The Tsali recreation area, located in the Nantahala National Forest, consist of four peninsulas that stretch out onto Fontana Lake, adjacent the Great Smoky National Park. “Tsali” was a Cherokee Indian who refused the government order to remove the nation west to Oklahoma. Instead he sacrificed his life so that over 1000 of his people could stay in there homeland. He was buried in the community, which now is at the bottom of Fontana Lake. |
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Triple Crown Menu
Our menu is created from fresh 100 % Organic Produce and “Happy” Meats and lets not forget 100% Pure Love. Every meal is prepared fresh for you and Special Diets are not a problem just make a note of it with a description on your registration form. Each day will include a trail side sack lunch packed with goodness and energy (fresh bread, tomato, onion, cheese, sprouts, and meat, homemade energy bars, and chips).
Breakfast will be Walnut Pancakes with Maple Syrup and fresh Organic Fruits; Breakfast Burritos with cheese, organic veggies, potatoes, bacon and whatever else we can stuff them with; and a Toasted Sesame Tofu Scramble.
Pre Dinner Snacks – Choose from Chips and Fresh Homemade Salsa (it’s hot!) Homemade Hummus and sliced veggies, or The Chef’s evening choice.
On the menu for dinner will be a night of Marinated Chicken Breast with seasoned potatoes and a beautiful Organic Green Salad, Salmon with Lemon and Dill Sauce, rice and asparagus. And finally some marinated steak K-Bob’s served with a Quinoa mix. Each dinner will also include a side of the chef’s choice and desert. Let’s not forget Cocktails, Wine and Beer.
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Pisgah National Forest 2008 Schedule and Info
| Month |
Dates |
| June: |
4,5,6,7 |
| July: |
30,31,1,2 |
| August: |
30,31,1,2 |
| September: |
10,11,12,13 |
| October: |
1,2,3,4 |
Day 1
Meet time/location: Ski Country Sports 9:00 am
Destination: Pisgah National Forest
Distance: 12-16 miles
We’ll meet in Asheville, NC at 9:00 am at Ski Country Sports. Pisgah National Forest is southwest of Asheville and the drive takes about 45 minutes. Upon arrival we’ll eat a light lunch, as you orient yourself with your new home in the woods for the next four days. We’ll start our first ride by warming up on service roads around the NC Fish Hatchery. Our singletrack experience will begin on moderate trails without any major climbs or steep descents. Our guides will use this opportunity to evaluate your ability, so that, the next four days will challenge you but not get you in over you head. As you get used to lush forest, roots, rocks and tight trails you'll realize very quickly why Pisgah is one of the most fun places in the world to ride a mountain bike.
Since our camp, alongside the Davidson River, is located centrally to the trails that we will be riding one day one, there will be plenty of opportunities for you junkies that can’t get enough to extend your first day's ride. With great swimming holes, world-class trout fishing, and Eagles Nest hammocks, you'll want for nothing as the grill gets hot and our guides prepare a fresh, gourmet creekside dinner. Cocktails, beer and wine will be available at night throughout your vacation! |
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About Pisgah National Forest
The land referred to as the Pisgah National Forest is over a half million acres, mostly surrounding Mt. Pisgah. The land was first acquired by George Vanderbilt in the late 1800’s, to be a part of his famous Biltmore Estate erected in Asheville in 1885. The US Government acquired the land from Vanderbilt’s widow after his death in 1914. Mt. Pisgah, along with the Nantahala National Forest, makes up most of the majority of Western North Carolina’s forested land. But the forest has also shaped other surrounding areas. The most commonly used entrance into Pisgah is on Hwy. 276 in Brevard, NC. Brevard’s close proximity to Pisgah and its mild climate has turned it into a hot spot in the country for athletes to live and train year-round. |
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Day 2
Distance: 15-18 miles
On the second and third days you'll really get a feel for what Pisgah is all about. We'll shuttle over to Forest Service Road 1206 for a nice riverside, three mile warm-up, and hit the Laurel Mountain Trail. Laurel Mountain is a fairly technical trail, littered with roots and rocks, steep climbs and descents, but the payoff is amazing. We'll exit Laurel mountain via Pilot Rock trail. This is an awesome descent highlight by a huge granite bald where you can lookout over the valley, the view is breathtaking! After the ride, lunch will be served and the afternoon will be yours to swim, hike to a waterfall, or take advantage of our shuttle ride to a hot shower at the Davidson River Campground!
On days two and three, a "night ride" will be offered after your gourmet dinner is served. If you still have something left in the tank, a short three to four mile loop departs directly from our campsite on trails from day one so that you have the familiarity needed to ride at night. Light rental is included in the price of the tour.
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Day 3
Distance: 18-20 miles
Wet and wild! We'll start another challenging day with a warm up on Forest Service Road 476 and the hit South Mill River Trail to Squirrel Gap Trail, also an epic trail deep in the heart of Pisgah. As we connect to many different trails in the Turkey Pen area, much of the riding will be done creekside, so prepare for a few splashes a we’ll cruise through small streams in the valley. By mid-day you will start to notice that your skills are improving and you are adjusting to Pisgah, a burley style of riding like no other.
Lunch will be served trailside, as this will be our longest day. Upon completion of this long ride you will have the option to take our shuttle to the Davidson River Campground showers again and your late afternoon will be yours to relax, swim, hike, etc.
After dinner, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the alternate "night-ride" loop. Don’t forget that we still have one more day with one more big climb! |
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Day 4
Distance: 10-14 miles
After breakfast, we'll break down camp. You'll gather all your personal gear and load it into the shuttle so that is ready when the day's ride is finished. The final day is a is a three miles climb up to Black Mountain Trail. Black Mountain to Sycamore Cove is argued by some to be the most exhilarating, flowing downhill in all of Pisgah and a great way to concluded the Pisgah Challenge. You’ll have one last opportunity to shower at the Davidson River Campground before the shuttle heads back to Asheville. The ride back to Asheville takes about 45 minutes and we will return around 3:30 p.m.
Note: In order to ensure the safety, satisfaction and interest of our clients, Brown Dog reserves the right to adjust this itinerary at any time during the tour. |
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