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
- Raft
- PFD
- Helmet
- Paddle
- Water
- Guide
- Splash gear (if requested)
- Snacks or lunch may be provided based on trip booked
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
REQUIRED: shoes that won’t come off in the water (i.e. sandals with a strap on the back, water shoes, or old tennis shoes - no Crocs or flip flops).
Spring and Fall – Layers, Layers, Layers!!! Complimentary wetsuits (please wear swimsuits underneath) and splash gear (rain jackets and/or pants) are available for all guests as needed at no extra charge. We recommend that you wear wool or synthetic material (i.e. polyester, nylon, or dry-fit).
WE DO NOT RECOMMEND that you wear cotton (i.e. sweatshirts and sweatpants) or denim for your rafting trip. You may also want to wear wool or synthetic socks (i.e. SmartWool) with shoes during this time.
Summer – Swimsuit with shorts and a t-shirt or tank top.
We also highly recommend a strap for your glasses and sunglasses, sunscreen, and any prescribed medications that you may need while on the trip, such as an EpiPen or nitroglycerin tablets.
Do Not Bring
- 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.
- 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 TestimonialsWe enjoyed our trip down the French Broad River and the guides were great! We took our 9 and 11 year old boys and they had a blast. They can't wait to go again. Thank you for a great experience.
If you're like me, you spend way too many hours reviewing reviews and comparing rafting companies....Let me help you, STOP! There is truly no reason to spend another minute doing research. This company is the real deal. The staff were all top-notch! and the trip down the river was a blast. Great lunch about halfway down the river. I strongly recommend the 9 mile run.
Had a fabulous time whitewater rafting with Calvin! He is super sweet and made the experience fun, with all of us feeling very safe with him as our guide. It was just the right amount of whitewater for us – nothing too crazy, but enough to be exciting. We will definitely go again!
Everyone who knows me would’ve never believed how much of an adventurer I became with French broad adventures! The team is knowledgeable and because they’re calm and fun they bring that side of you out! I would’ve never thought about water rafting and jumping into the river but I did, and I would’ve not traded it for the world! It is an experience that I will forever cherish and given me confidence that I am thankful for! THANK YOUUUUUU!! More than five stars if I could! Thank you Robert (water rafting) and Sam and Thomas (zip lining) an experience of a lifetime!
Had a blast with my family & Richard at the helm! Thanks for a very fun morning with lots of laughs! A great activity if in the Asheville area!!!
I’ve lost track of how many trips I’ve done with FBA but each year tops the last! Went on the E-bike adventure today with Mike. 15/10. Absolute thrill but felt very safe. Mike did a great job making sure the thrill seekers and the slower scenic riders had a great time
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