We started today doing laundry because we were both officially out of biking clothes. We then headed up to the trail system which is incoporated in a huge hydroelectric power resivour run by the Tennesse Valley Authority. This facility generates electricity to seven states and is used during peak times to help eliviate strains on the everyday systems.

Jason and I believe its a seceret government facility because of the sheer size and security measures taken after 9/11. The turbines are over 300 feet below the surface. Sounds like a great place to test government projects.

The trail system is a 16 mile loop which we road in the unfavorable direction, but honestly there was only one section for about one mile that was directionally superior. Great system comprised of twisting turning single track. The trail was a mix of pine and a hard sand base. Very well marked and perfectly built. Everything you could want in about 19 miles. We rode 16+ miles which was plenty in 100 degree heat. Rocks, roots, flow sections, a roller coaster, and very achievable ups. I will return next time I am in the area and ride this counter clockwise :)

After riding we bother were covered in sweat and dirt so we used the area boat ramp as our bathtub. We wolfed down some salty McDonalds and headed to Mulberry Gap for the end of the trip. Time flies when you are having fun.

Mulberry Gap is a very cool camping place that caters specifically to mountain bikers. Everything is very well though out from the tent pads to the bike washing stand. We had dinner but it was small scale because they forgot we were coming. oops.

We set up camp, and for the first time on this trip the new hammock. We made a fire and drank until about midnight. What a relaxing way to end the trip. This place seems a little stand-offish right now, but I am sure it will improve by tomorrow.