My dad and I went on an ebike adventure and it was the best time ever! Danny and Kena were amazing…read moreguides who shared the history of Cades Cove throughout the tour. Great explanation and introduction to the bikes (I had never ridden an ebike before so didn't know what to expect), and nice area to practice in before going out on the tour. Bike transportation was provided into the park, along with a helmet and basket if wanted. Halfway through the tour, a snack and water bottle were provided. The equipment was in excellent condition and the Ebikes were so fun to ride! Almost felt guilty passing people who were walking their bikes up the hills (almost ) Highly recommend if you're going through the Smokies!

Escaped to the mountains from Florida, work and all the crazy of the world for a few days…read more... to find The Bike Farm and we couldn't be happier. Guided Rides - Our guide Josh managed to make it all work perfect; for a mom who is truly a mountain biking beginner, the dad who seems to be able to handle anything and the son who really enjoys a challenge. My point is, they happily accommodate all skills levels. Rental Bike options - it's only first class here with beautifully equipped new Yeti bikes, you will leave wanting one of these babies for sure! Plenty of choices for all rider types/sizes/etc... Location - The Bike Farm is easy to find just outside Asheville proper then a short trip to unbelievable trail options. Your guide will discuss what you want to do, then plan the route accordingly. We originally chose one day then added a second because we just couldn't get enough. If we could have stayed longer, we definitely would have. We took this trip to have an escape and enjoy the outdoors and couldn't be happier that we chose The Bike Farm. When we return to NC, without a doubt we will book again.

Met with Cypress for a skills lesson, very knowledgeable and a very good teacher, was excellent at…read morereviewing the taught skills and breaking down and correcting the issues. Went for a ride after the skills and he knew the trails needed to practice the skills. Day 2 took a guided tour lead by Will, again an excellent part of the Bike Farm team, took us out to DuPont and shows us some amazing trails, even had chocolate chip cookies after the ride. I highly recommend The Bike Farm for all levels of riders. Thanks JP

Amazing bike tour made for an amazing Blue Ridge adventure in the mountains!…read more Took the Shallowford Bridge/Taccoa River e-Bike Tour. First time on an e-Bike and I loved it! The bike performed well and was so easy and comfortable. Warning... you will want to buy your own when you are done. Bryan was a great guide, clear first timer instruction, very knowledgeable about biking and the area and provided photo and snack stops. The tour takes you through unbelievable terrain and scenic views. Favorite part of the weekend visit, will definitely take future tours.

Bryan was absolutely wonderful, spending hours with us answering our questions. We've purchased one…read morebike, one bike rack, and ordered another bike that should be here soon. Bryan really knows his stuff and is so patient. Would really recommend!!

My third tour this season with Justin and Aimee! I learn something new each tour. It is a MUST…read morewhen visiting Highlands or even if you live there!

We had an AMAZING time with Justin and Highland Excursions! My husband & I have been to Highlands…read moremany times, but we thought it would be fun to actually learn about the area and go see some areas we hadn't seen yet (like Satulah mountain). What a great decision! My husband commented that we should have started our week this way (instead of our last day). We went to a section to hike that we never would have tried (as it's on the Highlands Cashiers Land Trust) that was a beautiful hike with amazing views. Justin was a delightful guide, providing a rich history of the area. We also enjoyed talking geology with Justin, who was a wealth of information. Even if you've been to Highlands & Cashiers many times, treat yourself to a Highlands Excursion to see the beautiful waterfalls, mountain ranges & more. You won't regret it! Can't wait til the next time!

Rented four bikes for half a day and rode all over Townsend. I only tried e-bikes once on a…read moreprevious trip and we plan to do a ride on every trip we can. It's a great way to see the mountains and the countryside and it's just plain fun! Sue took great care of us and when we took a pit stop for some food she hooked us up with fresh batteries. Not sure if a lot of places have them but Scotty Bike helmets have a built in walkie-talkie system so you can chatter on the ride. Lots of fun banter exchanged as we rode. The weather here is crazy so when you get some sun grab a few bikes!

First time for us biking Cades Cove, I'm adding it to my must do's for our return Tennessee trip…read more We had so much fun! Only thing I would change is I would rent it longer. Bikes are comfortable, communication helmets are so cool, battery lasted. One of the funnest things I've done in Tennessee! And we saw bears! Go early to avoid the traffic back ups that happen in the afternoon. We booked from 9-noon.

When you look at the price of the tour, you might be thinking wow! But let me tell you! This Rail…read moreTour is so Worth Every Penny! We loved every moment! The staff was so nice, friendly and funny! The lil gift shop was well stocked and we bought snacks and drinks for the ride... upon our return we bought some really soft AVRT shirts and hats to match to remind us of our ride. Let me tell you about the ride! Oh my goodness! So we started off listening to a safety speech, which was so helpful! They showed us how to break, how to use the electric motor assist and the hand signals to use when we stop or if we have trouble. So helpful! We started out on our bike and the electric motor helped a lot! We would use it a little and the then pedal, repeat. We passed through fields and trees, streams and rivers! We even had to slow down for a sweet cow and her calf crossing the track! We saw a bunch of wild turkeys and an albino turkey! When we started up the mountain the motor assist really helped! The tunnel was amazing and it felt so fresh driving through it! We stopped at the top, just past the tunnel, and there we dismounted and we had time to wander around we walked down to the river and saw a trout! Ate our snacks at the picnic tables and then walked back up the hill and across the bridge to the tunnel, where our tour guide Holly took our picture and then told us about the history of the tunnel and how to date the rails! So cool! We then headed back to our bike"Gulf Wind" and headed back down to the depot. It was so much fun! All of us came back with giant smiles on our faces! We can't wait to come back in the Fall and ride again!

Me and two friends enjoyed the rail tour on a recent trip to Andrews, NC. The views are absolutely…read morepicturesque! Enjoy the countryside, rolling fields of grain, cows, streams and mountain scenery. We literally had to stop to let cows cross the track on the way down! This is a unique attraction that lets you see the area in a new way. We had a lot of fun and felt like kids peddling up and down the mountain. The hand carved tunnel at the top was fascinating! It's hard to imagine the scale and effort that went into creating it in the 1800s. I would definitely pack a snack and drink for your break. You have about 20 minutes to look around and take pictures. If you have small children, I'd recommend a small activity to keep them entertained. Here are a few logistics: They are serious about arriving 30 minutes before your scheduled ride. I would actually recommend arriving 45 minutes before if you want to use the restroom, apply sun screen, pack your bag, etc. They begin the safety speech and loading at exactly 30 minutes before. My advice would be to go into this with a good attitude. The pedal assist does really help, but you still need to be pedaling. The way up requires some effort, but going downhill is always easier. If you are not physically able to pedal, I'd recommend their rail cart that does not require pedaling. Our rail bike worked great the entire way up and down. The bike in front of us did experience some issues, but the staff was great at helping and multiple solutions. This is a great locally owned attraction that I recommend supporting to boast the local economy!

The Outpost is in a great location along the French Broad River. Easily accessible by bike along…read morethe well-maintained bike path but parking is limited. Not much shade and the grounds get muddy when it rains. Food trucks and beer tents are available during scheduled events. We attended during the inaugural 'AVLFest' and were happy to finally visit this space. We'll certainly go again when it's dry and with chairs and sun umbrella - or after dusk. It really is a great space with loads of opportunity.

This was a great trip down the French Broad River with view of wildlife and portions of the…read moreBiltmore. We had a group of friends and they were quick to transport us to the drop in and ready for us when we got back to the site. They were very helpful and informative and held our keys during the kayak trip just to make sure that they were safe. Highly recommend and happy that they are back open after the flooding.

From the phone call I made prior to going to the shop to picking up the e-bikes and dropping them…read moreoff, everyone was very helpful and pleasant. Traci especially made us feel like we were the most important customers they've ever had...and like we could be best friends! What an absolute delight.

I forgot to take pictures of the shop but that gives me a reason to return. The folks here were…read moresuper nice. I even got to look at some of their electric bikes for sale. You pick your bike and the rentals start at $32 for four hours. There is plenty of parking nearby including a garage, street parking (free) and the lot right behind their establishment where you scan to pay ($4 for 4 hours) Sign your waiver and they give you a lock in case you want to stop along your route for a break, etc. 5/5 recommend