Karen: Thanks for the pointers - we road bike together and I have learned when he has got to go, he has got to go. The t-p and plenty of food tips are appreciated. He loves camping; I prefer something a bit more comfy, but it is his trip so we will do some campling.

Bouncey - Bouncey - I didn't think of Tsali as an option, then recollected his older brother first riding there when he was about the same age. I also saw the post about the Bicycle Inn in Bakersville and made a call there to learn more.

I have spent the past hour doing some research and see we have lots of options.

We bought some property in Asheville and plan to build on it some time in the future. I 'll have to check in with you on rides in the area.