Grove Winery, the bicycle-friendly winery of North Carolina, hosts Gears & Cheers with wine, rides, wine, music and wine—What more could you ask for? (25/40mi) Greensboro
Overnight camping trips, C&O towpath adventures, impromptu excursions and foreign entanglements held sporadically, subject to inspiration.
Want to do some good or just twist a wrench? You can help your neighbors by volunteering at Carrboro's ReCYCLEry and Raleigh's 1304bikes.
Also see Joe Miller's newspaper column and blog for info on local cycling and other ways to enjoy our great outdoors.
Of particular interest is the August '05 "Free Wheeling" article on one of our favorite counties.