Originally Posted by
Strawbunyan
i am halfway between Memphis and Nashville and as far south as you can get before you are in Alabama. My closest bike shop is a 90 minute drive.

Savannah,TN? I go there for work a bunch. I have some farm land spots I ride around. Careful of people with dogs, near Shiloh. Best and scariest workout ever.
Nice choice to begin riding again too! There is a tire that Maxxis that is a good mix for both road and trail called the Holy Roller that comes in fat sizes and can be a good middle ground for out there for both trail and road and actual gravel.