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reviewed by lmxloco on August 1, 2008
This is, in my opinion, one of the best trails in the triad area. Fast. Flowing. Technical. It might not be the most technical track around, but some parts might be intimidating to beginners, including the 25 foot gully near the middle. Fortunately for beginners though, there are usually a way around the log crossings and pyramids that dot the trail. The whoop-de-doos, short climbs, quick descents, and well kept trail make it a blast to ride. It's close proximity to other trails also means you could spend hours on your bike without ever having to leave the area or even revisit the same scenery. Simply a blast to ride!
Similar Trail: Country Park, Wild Turkey








reviewed by peefaff on May 1, 2008
I absolutely love this trail. Although I have yet to ride every piece of the trail, I've done the 5-6 mile ride which takes about an hour. It has it's fun downhills, and some decent climbs with roots that can get pretty sketchy. It is much better then Country Park, which is right next door. The logovers add to the thrill, there aren't very many at the beginning of the trail, it's mostly uphill and downhill with some narrow spots and bridges, as well as some whoopdedoos, up the hill and back down, which add for some fun up and down speed, then you hit the 30 foot gravity cavity which is always fun, you can do it over and over again, or you can take the bypass just before it if you aren't ready for it. After that the hills become more scarce, and it's weaving in and out of the trees with log overs every 1000 or so feet. Overall it's a very fun trail to ride. Just watch out when you pull in and drive by the golf course, or you'll get hit by a golf ball, that actually happened to me today. hah.
* Review edited 5/1/2008Similar Trail: Country Park








reviewed by plantme777 on January 9, 2008
This one just barely punched through into the category 4 rating, for me. It is much fun and allows you to carry speed in technical sections. There is some variety of terrain and scenery.(the pine forest section is a quiet, favorite part of the trails for me) Another feature worth mentioning is the rolling stepped uphill part where you can treat some of the climb almost like a pump track. (if you are up on the pedals and carrying speed) I hesitate to even mention the "big gully" because I was so disappointed with it. That would be a good spot for building an exit option that had a decent lip on it, and putting in a few tasteful but man made stunts/obstacles, just to offer something to those who like that sort of thing. (yes, I am willing to contribute design and labor if the subject is ever discussed) I ride a 6" full suspension/29er rigid/and a fully rigid bianchi trail bike with moustache bars, and have enjoyed this trail with all of them. It is well built, wears well, and definitely encourages that swooshy flowing type of riding that we all love. By the way, I think this trail would be great for a beginner, and would grow with a new rider as he/she developed.
* Review edited 1/13/2008Similar Trail: It is maybe a bit like Salem lake, but with much less climbing. It also flows a bit better than Salem lake.





reviewed by Reserverockhopper on December 23, 2007
This is the areas best trail.
The key here is to ride it all, in both directions, to get the full benefit.
I also consider Big Loop & Little Loop, part of Owls Roose, since neither of these are long enough to be their own trails.
When doing Owls Roost, you can park at the bottom near the science barn and hit the trail head there. Or you can park at the top entrance to Bur-Mil at the swimming pool and bomb an excellent downhill on Big Loop to get to the Owls Roost trailhead.
After you complete Owls Roost in one direction, I recommend turning around and going back to opposite direction, but add a twist. Hit the fire roads that split off to the left. They are fun and give you some speed. The whoop=de-dos are also better and more fun in the return direction.
If you have time, throw in Little Loop which is some of the best trail pound for pound, or should I say foot for foot.
* Review edited 12/28/2007Similar Trail: Over Victorymountain Trail - Wilkesboro

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