4 events in Pisgah Forest, North Carolina
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Pisgah Forest
4 events in Pisgah Forest-
Fri, Apr 24, 2026 at 3:30 AMSee full details
A scenic, wild, team adventure in the mountains of Western North Carolina, the Smoky Mountain Relay is an adventure that is not to be missed.
This course will challenge you and your friends with tough legs and reward you with stories to last a lifetime.
Choose from 6 person, 9 person or 12 person teams to split up the 36 legs.
The 200+-mile course begins at the Pisgah Ranger Station just outside of Brevard, NC in the Pisgah National Forest.
About the Cost of the Race
What this registration fee includes:
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30+ hours of racing on over 200 miles of permitted, marked course, including traffic control signs, runner on road signs, directional signs and trail marking through Western North Carolina’s most beautiful scenery
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Medical staff to assist runners as necessary
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Finisher’s race shirts, coffee at the start, finisher pint glasses and medals
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Free hot breakfast at Exchange 30
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Personalized race bibs
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Professional timing
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Finish line party with a live music, and a beer on us from our fabulous beer sponsor as well as non-alcoholic options.
Registration is open to the first 60 teams who register.
We would love to offer a 10% discount for the following types of teams.
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50% of the team members are active or retired military.
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50% of the team are collegiate.
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100% of the team are female.
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100% of the team are from a non-profit or company team.
Please email [email protected] for the codes.
Refund Policy:
Smoky Mountain Relay has a NO REFUND policy. Please note that we do not offer any refunds or discount codes if you cancel your registration for this event, except in the case where the max number of allowed teams has been reached and there is a waiting list. We work all year to produce this event and when you register as a captain you are committing to us that you will pull a team together.
Transfer Policy:
Use the transfer button on the side of the page. If you have any problems, please reach out to [email protected]
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Tue, Jun 30, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
Kids MTB Summer Camp - Adventure Awaits!
Get ready for a thrilling summer on two wheels! Our Kids MTB Summer Camp is designed for young adventurers (ages 8-14) who have some previous mountain biking experience and are eager to take their skills to the next level. If you're looking to refine your riding technique, explore new trails, and make some friends along the way this camp offers a fun and challenging environment for kids to learn, grow, and have a blast!
Camp Details:
Each camp will be 4 days, the first day will be spent at The Bike Farm working on skills and coaching. Day 2 will be in DuPont State Forest working on intermediate trails and applying the skills practiced the day before. Day 3 will be at Ride Kanuga with a focus on the easy access to repetition that a bike park allows, working on things such as jumps, drops, and berms. Day 4 will be in Pisgah with more challenging terrain! Each day will be 5-6 hours or riding and instruction. Please pack snacks, water, and a lunch for each day.
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Dates: July 15-18, August 2-3
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Age Group: 8-14 years old
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Skill Level: Intermediate (previous biking experience and basic fitness required)
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Duration: 4 day sessions. All days will run 9am to 3pm
What to Expect:
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Skill Development: Our experienced instructors will guide riders through a variety of terrain, helping them improve balance, control, speed, and technique. From basic trail navigation to more advanced skills like jumping and cornering, each camper will leave with a stronger foundation.
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Trail Rides: Each day, campers will hit the trails to apply what they’ve learned. We'll ride through different environments, including forest paths, rocky trails, and downhills to challenge riders and their newly acquired abilities.
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Safety First: Safety is our priority! All campers are required to wear properly fitting helmets and will receive instructions on bike safety, trail etiquette, and how to ride responsibly. A basic understanding of trail riding is required.
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Adventure & Fun: Beyond just riding, the camp is packed with exciting adventures! We'll also include nature experience, bike maintenance skills, and team-building activities to foster friendships and teamwork.
What to Bring:
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A well-maintained mountain bike (or rental available upon request)
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Helmet
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Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing
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Water bottle
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Sunscreen
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Snacks for energy
Pricing:
$400 per session
Why Choose Our MTB Camp?
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Fun, experienced instructors passionate about teaching kids.
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Small group sizes for more personalized attention.
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Ideal for young riders looking to take their biking to the next level.
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Focus on skills, and trail safety in a fun, supportive environment.
Sign Up Now!
Spaces are limited! If a session fills, a waitlist will open. Depending on registration numbers we may add an additional coach to accommodate those on the waitlist. Reserve your spot and get ready to ride this summer!
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Sun, Nov 08, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
Welcome to the 28th Annual Swank 65! We're very excited for another year of racing in the Brevard, North Carolina area.
Route
We're going to have a NEW route in 2026 out of the Cove Creek Group Campground area. As of making the registration page we are still finalizing that route. Once we get it figured out, we will update it on here. That's if we remember to do that, we can be easily distracted at times. lol. We will for sure update it on the website so CLICK HERE to go to our race page.
Schedule
Friday, November 6, 2026
3:00-5:00 PM Packet Pickup/Registration At Black Mountain Trailhead AKA Start/Finish
Saturday, November 7, 2026
3:00-5:00 PM Packet Pickup/Registration At Black Mountain Trailhead AKA Start/Finish
Sunday, November 8, 2026
7:00 AM -- Registration Opens
8:30 AM -- Registration Closes
8:45 AM -- Racer Meeting At Start
9:00 AM -- RACE START
12:00 PM -- Post-Race Meal Begins
TBD -- Cutoff for Aid Station #2 (Mile 16)
12:30 PM -- Awards Ceremony #1
1:30 PM -- Awards Ceremony #2
TBD -- Cutoff for Aid Station #3 (Mile 22)
*Times are subject to change
Included With Registration
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Event Shirt - NEW FOR 2026
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Well-Marked Course
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Stocked Aid Stations
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Post-Race Meal
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Beer from Hi-Wire Brewing
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Awards For Top 3 In Each Category
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Chip Timing
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Police Escorts
Refunds, Transfers, Deferrals
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No transfers or deferrals under ANY circumstances.
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If race sells out, we will consider a transfer to another race if we have someone on a waitlist to take your spot.
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Refunds available until July 31, 2026, of 75% of entry fee.
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Refunds available until September 30, 2026, of 50% of entry fee.
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No refunds after September 30, 2026, NO EXCEPTIONS.
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WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO PURCHASE THE RACE INSURANCE THAT IS OFFERED FROM THE REGISTRATION SITE.
2026 Cutoff Times
Start Time is 9:00 AM
Aid Station 2 cutoff is TBD (Mile TBD)
Aid Station 3 cutoff is TBD (Mile TBD)
*We reserve the right to pull any riders before a cutoff time if we feel they are unfit to continue.
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Other 2026 Pisgah Triple Crown Races
February 21, 2026 - Uwharrie MTB Challenge (Long Course) www.bikereg.com/umbc
June 14, 2026 - Woods Mountain www.bikereg.com/sasquatchwoods
July 26, 2026 - Off-Road Assault on Mt. Mitchell (ORAMM) www.bikereg.com/oramm
October 10, 2026 - Harbison MTB Challenge www.bikereg.com/hmbc
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Sat, May 01, 2027 at 8:00 AMSee full details
The Pisgah Mountain Bike Adventure Race (PMBAR) is the absolute pinnacle of MTB Adventure Racing. A mix of brutal and beautiful, this test of spirit and camaraderie tasks teams of two racers to reach 4 of 5 checkpoints, in any order, and return to the start/finish as fast as possible. The team with the lowest overall time wins. Checkpoint locations remain secret until start-time and there is no suggested route. Routes vary between 50-80 miles, include 9,000-15,000 feet of climbing, and take 7-14 hours to complete.
PMBAR is held deep in the Pisgah National Forest, one of the most beautiful, rugged, and unforgiving areas in the nation. There will be little to no water or food support on course. Once you leave the start/finish you are on your own. There will be no drops, sag wagons, or other outside support available. Be prepared for any circumstances you may encounter including, but not limited to: medical emergencies, navigational errors, inoperable equipment, wild animals, and stinging/poisonous insects and plants.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Friday 5PM-10PM – SIGN-IN OPEN
Saturday 5:30AM-7:30AM -SIGN-IN OPEN
Saturday 7:45AM – Mandatory Racer Meeting
Saturday 8AM – Race Start
Saturday 10PM – Race Final Cutoff
RULES:
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Have Fun!
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READ and UNDERSTAND the RULES. Ignorance of the rules is no excuse.
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Team members must stay together at all times.
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Teams must have their bikes and all other required gear at all times.
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Approved cycling helmets must be worn at all times while riding.
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Checkpoints may be reached in ANY ORDER.
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Teams must reach FOUR (4) out of FIVE (5) checkpoints TO FINISH.
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Teams that reach FIVE (5) checkpoints will be awarded a TWO (2) HOUR time bonus.
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There will be required gear checks on course. Teams will receive a TWO (2) HOUR time penalty for each piece of missing required gear.
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The team with the LEAST OVERALL TIME (after bonuses and penalties) WINS!!!
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USE of OFF-MAP and HIKING-ONLY trails is STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
A. Racers are required to use the Pisgah Map Company – Pisgah District map.
B. Racers may NOT use other online maps or applications (i.e. Trailforks).
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NO BUSHWHACKING. Stay on approved trails and roads.
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Electric Assist ('E') Bikes are prohibitted.
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RACE CUTOFF TIME: 10:00PM
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SIGN-IN and return your TIMING CHIP upon completion of the event. PLEASE, THIS INCLUDES DNF teams.
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The Race Director reserves the right to disqualify any team for any reason.
VENUE:
Sign-in and Start/Finish will be in the field directly across US276 from Davidson River Campground in Pisgah Forest, NC.
DIRECTIONS:
1284 Pisgah Highway
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
From Asheville, North Carolina, take I-40 West to I-26 East to Exit 40 (Airport Road/Asheville Regional Airport), onto State Highway 280. Continue south 15.5 miles on 280 to Pisgah National Forest. Turn right at the intersection of Highway 280/64/276. Go north on 276 for 1 mile.
From Spartanburg, South Carolina, take I-26 West to Exit 40 (Airport Road/Asheville Regional Airport), onto State Highway 280. Continue south 15.5 miles on 280 to Pisgah National Forest. Turn right at the intersection of Highway 280/64/276. Go north on 276 for 1 mile.
From Charlotte, North Carolina, take I-85 South to Gastonia and exit at U.S. Highway 74 West. Merge with I-26 West to Exit 40 (Airport Road/Asheville Regional Airport), onto State Highway 280. Continue south 15.5 miles on 280 to Pisgah National Forest. Turn right at the intersection of Highway 280/64/276. Go north on 276 for 1 mile.
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PLEASE DO NOT UNDERESTIMATE THE EXTREME DIFFICULTY OF THIS EVENT.
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We have very limited parking. Please consider leaving your car someplace other than the start/finish. For example, there are a few very large lots at the intersection of NC276 and NC280. We will also be directing half of all vehicles that arrive to the Ranger Station. Please be prepared for that possibility. Please show up early.
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All gravel roads used in the Pisgah Mountain Bike Adventure Race will be OPEN to vehicle traffic. Please use common sense while on gravel roads. Stay to the right. Do not cut corners. Pass with care. Ride single file.
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This event is under special use permit with the U.S. Forest Service.
REQUIRED GEAR:
There WILL BE required gear checks on course. Teams will receive a time penalty for each piece of missing gear.-
-Helmet. – (1 per racer)
-Mobile Phone – (1 per racer)
-Rain Jacket – (1 per racer)
-Water Filter or Iodine – (1 per team)
-Emergency blanket – (1 per racer)
-First Aid Kit w/ Gauze, Tape, Ace Bandage, etc. – (1 per team)
-Whistle – (1 per racer)
-Lighter – (1 per team)
-Compass or GPS unit – (1 per team)
-Red ‘Blinkie’ rear light – (1 per racer)
-Handlebar or Helmet mounted light source (500 lumen minimum) – (1 per racer)
-Pisgah Map. – (1 per team) We will use the Pisgah Map Company, Pisgah Ranger District map for all trail names, off-map vs. on-map trails, and for all protests.
note: DO NOT USE TRAILFORKS OR OTHER SOCIAL MAPS. USE OFFICIAL MAPS ONLY. Use of off-map trails will result in disqualification.
We recommend downloading the free Avenza Maps app and purchasing the Pisgah Map Company – Pisgah Ranger District map for the digital version of the official map.
LODGING:
The Sunset Motel
Davidson River Campground
Hampton Inn Brevard
Holiday Inn Express Brevard
REFUND POLICY:
Sorry, No refunds.
SPONSORS:
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