Trip Details
Season
Age
Minimum age is 8 for Whitewater Rafting and 16 for Off-Road E-Biking
Class Rapids
Duration Info
Required to Wear
Rafting: shoes that won’t come off in the water (i.e. sandals with a strap on the back, water shoes, or old tennis shoes).
Intensity
weight
Notes
We provide
E-Mountain Biking
- Mountain bike helmet for your protection.
- E-Mountain Bike (EMTB). We use M2S Bikes that are based in Asheville, NC. These bikes are equipped with a front suspension shock, and Cane Creek Thudbuster suspension seatposts and the 4-inch wide tires absorb a good amount of the bumps we will experience.
- Professional Mountain Bike Instructor Association (PMBIA) - Certified and Trained Mountain Bike Guides
Rafting
For Whitewater Trips:
- Raft gear
- PFD
- Helmet
- Paddle
- Raft
- Guide
- Splash gear (if requested)
- Beverages (water, lemonade)
- Snacks (nutrition bars, crackers)
For Calm Water Trips:
- Raft (minimum 4 people required)
- Single Duckie
- Splash gear (if needed)
Please Bring
E-Mountain Biking
- Shoes - Guests are required to wear close-toed shoes. No flip flops, sandals, crocs or any other shoe where the foot/toes are exposed.
- Wear comfortable clothes to spend several hours biking.
- Medication - Any medication that you may need immediate access to while on the trip (e.g., asthma inhaler, EpiPen, or diabetic glucose).
- Backpack or waist pack to carry belongings (debit card, credit card, phone, photo ID to show upon arrival).
- Jacket/Rain Gear. A light jacket or an extra layer in case of chillier morning air or Rain gear – just in case!
- Gloves for grip and hand protection.
- Water bottle/snack. Food and water will not be provided on the trip.
Rafting
If you forget these items we have many of them for sale in our store.
- Shoes
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- Strap for glasses
- Towel
- Change of dry clothing (for after the trip)
Do Not Bring
- Animals to the outpost, no exceptions.
- Valuables or anything else that you would mind having lost, wet, or broken.
- We will provide a secure place for you to store your keys while on the trip.
- Alcohol, as we will be accessing USFS property.
Participation Requirements
E-Mountain Biking
Physical Fitness
- No experience is necessary for riding an E-MTB but guests should be able to confidently ride a standard bike.
- Be able to comfortably walk and ride unassisted on uneven terrains such as trails, gravel, and dirt roads.
- Be able to comfortably control a bike at speed during the tour.
- Be able to stand and dismount the bike.
Health and Medical Conditions
- Be in good health and be prepared to physically participate in the tour. You cannot participate if you have an existing medical condition that could require urgent care (such as major heart problems or seizure disorders) or if you have a condition that could jeopardize your or another participant’s safety.
- We ask that you do not participate if you are pregnant, and recommend that if you have significant musculoskeletal problems – that you seek the advice of your physician before booking your trip.
- You cannot participate if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any medication that could impair you in any way.
- If you may require any fast-acting medications such as an EpiPen, diabetic glucose, or an asthma inhaler please bring them on your trip and inform your guides.
Rafting
Physical Fitness
Participants should feel comfortable sitting for an extended time in the boat and be able to paddle and assist in their own rescue if possible.
Health and Medical Conditions
- You cannot participate if you have an existing medical condition that could require urgent care (such as major heart problems or seizure disorders) or if you have a condition that could jeopardize your or another participant’s safety.
- We also do not recommend that you participate in whitewater rafting if you are pregnant or have significant musculoskeletal problems – please seek the advice of your physician before booking your trip.
- Calm water rafting trips are suitable for pregnant persons.
- You cannot participate if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any medication that could impair you in any way.
If you may require any fast-acting medications such as an EpiPen, diabetic glucose, or an asthma inhaler please bring them on your trip and inform your Guides.
Waiver
- You participate at your own risk.
- All guests are required to sign a waiver.
Go deep into the wilderness with our classic Half Day whitewater excursion and add on an Off-Road E-Bike adventure. These trips will take you onto one of the oldest rivers in the world, and into two National Forests.
Meeting Locations
Please refer to your confirmation email for your scheduled times and locations.
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What They Say
View More TestimonialsThis company is amazing!!! Not much else to say really because every review says that, but I wanted to write a review because JUSTIN was the best raft guide ever and made it so much fun!!! He made jokes and told us history, but most importantly we knew we were safe in his hands! Make sure you say YES when he asks 'do you want to try something exciting?' It was my first time so we did the 5 miles, but honestly I wish I did the 9 mile instead! And the lunch is a delicious HOT meal in a great location!
There are five of us and the kids are tough critics. We had a great time throughout. The views were amazing and it was just the right mix of stimulation and peace.
Great staff, fun adventures, and plenty of options for everyone. We had a blast and would love to come back for another adventure.
Visited the french broad this summer, what a blast. Me, my boyfriend and our four grown boy went and we can’t stop talking about it. The company was very well ran, and made us feel safe at all times! The rafting and ziplines were awesome but it is the guide who really make this trip stand out above all the rest. Mitch,Justin and Jason aka "bacon" knew their history of the area and very very very funny!!! Have recommended this company to many friends who were heading that way for vacation! If your vacationing in the area or just passing threw, this is a must stop for your trip!!!! See you guys soon! Can’t wait to nite zipline and planning to visit on my honeymoon!!!! You guys rock!!!
This was so much fun! The staff are all very helpful and friendly. Their main objective is to make sure the customers have fun, but they are all about safety first and foremost. The entire trip was loaded with history and information which made it more than just a fun excursion. Richard was our guide, and he did such an awesome job keeping all of us focused and working together. He is very good at what he does. We had a great time!
Amazing trip & Great Guides! The best group of people we could have had to share with us the fun & pleasure that this trip offers. Beautiful views, a group of well-informed guides who know & love the river & the beautiful surrounding community...and funny, friendly personalities too! If you are in the area and you want to ride the French Broad, these are the guys to do it with!
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