technical
Ride Guides and Trail Log stories about technical.
Ride Guide · Chattanooga, Tennessee
Raccoon Mountain Trail Network
A field reporter’s guide to riding the stacked-loop singletrack that rims TVA’s reservoir above Chattanooga — how to get there, which lines to pick for your skill level, what the riding feels like, and the practical safety and stewardship notes to plan a successful day on Raccoon Mountain.
Ride Guide · Bentonville, Arkansas
Rocky Ridge
A short, sharply technical singletrack tucked into Bentonville’s Slaughter Pen—Rocky Ridge is a bench-cut ribbon of rock and roots built for precise riding. This feature walks through how to access the trail, what to expect on the line, how it links into longer loops in the Oz Trails network, and the gear and safety choices that make a fast lap an enjoyable one.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Sycamore Cove
A close-to-town Pisgah singletrack that packs steep pitches, rooty climbs and a fast, technical final descent — a short ride that rewards careful line choice and local route knowledge.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Brevard-area Pisgah National Forest
A rider's feature on the dense, technical network of singletrack around Brevard, North Carolina — what to expect on the trails, how to get there, suggested loops and skill notes, safety and access reminders, plus local stewardship and planning resources.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Pilot Rock
A gritty, breath-stealing run through Pisgah’s choss — Pilot Rock is short but savage: steep, rock-strewn singletrack that rewards precise line choice and stout tires. This feature walks riders through access options, route character, technical beta, safety and local context so you can ride it smart.
Ride Guide · Mills River, North Carolina
Pilot Cove-Slate Rocks / 102
A short but stout Pisgah ride that threads creek banks, granite slabs and a scenic loop—best for experienced riders who expect technical rock, limited parking and variable access on Yellow Gap Road.
Ride Guide · Zirconia, North Carolina
Ride Rock Creek
A narrative feature on Ride Rock Creek Bike Park in Zirconia, NC — a shuttle-access, downhill-focused park built for progression. This piece covers how to get there, what the trails feel like, rental and pass logistics, safety and kit choices, and local options for lodging and extra riding.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Coontree
A close-up ride-and-hike feature on Coontree Loop near Brevard, NC — a brief but demanding Pisgah line that rewards commitment with steep pitches, creek-side forest, and ridge-top singletrack. Practical route beta, safety notes, and local context for planning a smart visit.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Bennett Gap / 138
A compact, technical Pisgah singletrack that rewards riders with exposed ridge views and a steep, commitment-heavy descent. This feature walks through route choices, access from FS‑477, riding character, safety advice, and nearby loop options—plus practical "before you go" reminders for anyone planning Bennett Gap / 138.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Cove Creek Trail / 340
A compact but memorable Pisgah singletrack — Cove Creek Trail (Trail #340) is short on distance and heavy on character. This feature unpacks access, route flavors for riders and hikers, scenic hooks (including nearby falls), and practical before-you-go checks backed by official Pisgah sources and trail-community reports.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Buckhorn Gap / 103 (Avery Creek)
A compact, raw slice of Pisgah—Buckhorn Gap/103 threads steep fall-line rock, creek crossings and old road beds into a two-mile ribbon that’s best ridden by experienced riders. This feature covers access from FS‑477, route choices to extend the ride, what to expect under tire, and the safety and logistics to plan before you go.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Black Mountain
A long, technical singletrack that drops from ridge-top cliffs to US 276—Black Mountain is Pisgah riding in concentrated form. This feature walks through the common Clawhammer approach, what to expect on the climb and the famous downhill, route choices and connections, safety and etiquette around horses and hikers, and practical before-you-go checks.
Ride Guide · Mills River, North Carolina
Squirrel Gap
A detailed, practical feature on riding Squirrel Gap from the Turkey Pen/Turkeypen Gap area of Pisgah National Forest — route choices, riding character, water and river crossings, and how this short but connected singletrack fits into longer Pisgah loops.
Ride Guide · Brevard, North Carolina
Pilot Cove Trail
A pocket‑sized Pisgah classic: Pilot Cove Trail is a steep, tight 1.7‑mile singletrack loop near Brevard, NC, that delivers technical riding and one of the district’s most rewarding overlooks. This feature explains where the loop sits in the Pisgah Ranger District, what the ride feels like, practical access notes, safety and seasonal reminders, and tips for making the most of a short but demanding outing.