This was the first time I’ve rode Bankhead National Forest. It was truly amazing with a landscape that transitions from waterfall bluffs to dry dead forest reminiscent of the Australian outback. Michael Moriarty (host of the ride) has mapped well over 100 miles of gravel roads in the forest. He has yet been able to link them all together which poses a challenge to get out there, ride with him more, and explore ways to make that happen.
We rode 43 miles with about 2K of climbing. Couldn’t have asked for better weather. I pushed myself pretty good and was on the verge of reaching my limit by the time we finished up. Next round I’ll take it easier so we can really get out and find ways to link everything together.
With that said, the ride starts out at an old gas station that serves buffalo burgers. So obviously post ride I’m chowing down on that with an ice cold can of Coca-Cola. Perfect end to the ride!
OH! and, Bankhead National Forest is the PERFECT place for a ride and camp. Sounds like this spring that should go down.
I hope you all had a great weekend! I had a blast riding with Michael, John Dershem, and Mike Bryant. The first of many rides I’m sure. Get pumped. Get out there.
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