Review: Traveled from Maryland for the week to ride these trails. Well maintained and thought out trail system. Wear glasses as the saved my eyes many times in the pine forest areas. Not very technical and no dabs for me except at intersections. No water crossings and when I was there dry conditions with pine needles comforting my ride. Remote trail, rode clockwise. Found a geocache.

Review: June 2010 - The morning brought bright sunshine, heat, and humidity. Glad I was planning for a early bike ride. I was at the trailhead about 7 am, ready to ride. The temperature was in the 70s already and about 100% humidity. No stopping me now - I stopped in Augusta just to ride FATS. There is a large kiosk at the trailhead. Maps are available there. I headed down the trail. Soon I was at the junction of the trails. Well marked trail signs. There was also a map carved into a slab of tree. Also, a placard listing the organizations involved in constructing the trail system. On down the trail. A couple switchbacks to get down to the main trail. Again, at every trail junction there was a signpost. There is always a arrow the way to the trailhead and how far. The trail was a mixture of sweet, flowing singletrack, a few short climbs, lots of rollercoaster, some roots, rocks, and armoring spots. A little of everything! The photo above shows one of the rollercoaster sections. By the time I was getting near the end of my ride, I was getting pretty good at riding the rollercoaster. The only problem was a couple spots I had to get off the bike, not feeling comfortable riding a section. Mostly, I bombed down the trail. That was until my legs started to get tired. I really need to get out and ride more trails like this one, to build up my stamina. Had a great morning at FATS - wish I had more time to ride there. Below are photos I took while riding the Skinny Loop.

Review: Sweet, narrow singletrack with epic flow! One of the best trails at FATS in my opinion.

Review: Easiest of the six loops at FATS. Best for a quick ride if short on time, or for folks who are just starting out. Good ride in combo with Brown Wave or Great Wall or both. I like it best CCW, but others prefer CW. It gains about 50 feet per mile ridden.

Similar Trail: Brown Wave at FATS

Review: Most popular loop at FATS. Fast, rolling trail great for going all out fast or taking it easy. Top of Skinny has a few technical section as in a hair pin turn into a gully and a small rock garden. The little dips seem to sneak up on riders and bite them. A few sections have good views of the trail either above or below.

Review: Along with Brown Wave, Skinny is what people think of when you mention FATS. Roller coaster singletrack, more flow than a water fountain, and free speed out the yang! This trail is what Hans Rey has in mind when he talks about "flow country" trails. Bring your hardtail and find out what a six mile singletrack pump track feels like. I dare you not to smile when you ride this one!