I live in the middle of the Big Woods of western NC, and believe me, there are trails everywhere out here. Everyone knows of Tsali - but Tsali's only the tip of the singletrack iceberg. And unless you'd be fooled - Tsali is also one of the easiest trails out here. Whatever you want - rock gardens, sick steeps, waterfalls, huge views, crazy downhills - you can find it riding out here. I can be at 11 (eleven) different trail systems within an hour's drive from my shop in Dillsboro. The toughest choice most days is just deciding where to ride!

If you ever need any trail info, give me a shout at dirt_addictions@yahoo.com, or check out our website at www.NCBiking.com. We operate a mtn bike tour company out here, and I'm always glad to share maps and other info on trails.

Come on out and ride. But don't expect the trails back home to ever seem quite the same.

Timm the Trailrat