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Hey can anyone give me directions to the heart break ridge ride ive heard only good things about it but i dont know how to get there.
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http://www.mtngoatepics.com/longheartbreakridge.htm
the link above is from Jeremy's site. You can find the trail with these directions; however, this is definately what I would call an epic ride if you do the whole thing. Plan accordingly!!!
There is one other way to ride Hearbreak (without a shuttle) climbing up from Montreat that cuts the distance down somewhat. Hopefully someone else can post directions.
the link above is from Jeremy's site. You can find the trail with these directions; however, this is definately what I would call an epic ride if you do the whole thing. Plan accordingly!!!
There is one other way to ride Hearbreak (without a shuttle) climbing up from Montreat that cuts the distance down somewhat. Hopefully someone else can post directions.
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There's also a new map with most of these trails, Trails Illustrated Linville Gorge / Mount Mitchell, that you should definitely buy if doing this ride w/o a local guide.
This ride is serious business. I did it last night after work ending in the dark, so it's fresh in the mind. You need decent backcountry and riding skills. If you make a wrong turn, you can end up 2 miles and 2,000 feet in elevation off course before you realize it. If you do not know how to read a map with confidence plus have good fitness and skills, do not try to do this. And, as is, plan on 6 hours- it may take more, may take less, but 6 hours is a good plan. 4 hours is a good time for fast locals not racing.
Personally, I don't recommend this for an out-of-towner ride w/o a guide.
On another thread, you asked about fish hatchery riding- it doesn't suck, that was tongue-in-cheek, I'm guessing, but at this time of the year, there's a lot of people/summer camps plus a key linkage trail (Cat Gap) is closed from spring-fall to bikes. Caney Bottom and Daniel Ridge, however, are great rides that are open (with far too much tourist/summer camp traffic) this time of year.
Mike
This ride is serious business. I did it last night after work ending in the dark, so it's fresh in the mind. You need decent backcountry and riding skills. If you make a wrong turn, you can end up 2 miles and 2,000 feet in elevation off course before you realize it. If you do not know how to read a map with confidence plus have good fitness and skills, do not try to do this. And, as is, plan on 6 hours- it may take more, may take less, but 6 hours is a good plan. 4 hours is a good time for fast locals not racing.
Personally, I don't recommend this for an out-of-towner ride w/o a guide.
On another thread, you asked about fish hatchery riding- it doesn't suck, that was tongue-in-cheek, I'm guessing, but at this time of the year, there's a lot of people/summer camps plus a key linkage trail (Cat Gap) is closed from spring-fall to bikes. Caney Bottom and Daniel Ridge, however, are great rides that are open (with far too much tourist/summer camp traffic) this time of year.
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2nd that motion
I would also suggest that you not try this ride alone. It's a big one. That being said, I'm planning on doing it this Sun. Time not yet determined, but probably leaving Montreat between 9-10, and it usually take about 5 hours. This time of year I'd bring LOTS of water.
Mike-how did the light work out?
I would also suggest that you not try this ride alone. It's a big one. That being said, I'm planning on doing it this Sun. Time not yet determined, but probably leaving Montreat between 9-10, and it usually take about 5 hours. This time of year I'd bring LOTS of water.
Mike-how did the light work out?
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Mr. runner- that's funny, always interesting to "see" a screen name tied to a face.
The light worked good, but not great. I really appreaciate the demo, it's helping me make an informed decision. I was already planning on bringing it by today.
Have fun- this trail was in great shape to say the least. There's some new trees down and other changes, so be careful.
Mike
The light worked good, but not great. I really appreaciate the demo, it's helping me make an informed decision. I was already planning on bringing it by today.
Have fun- this trail was in great shape to say the least. There's some new trees down and other changes, so be careful.
Mike
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