2009 Festivals & Events

Mark the calendar for events in 2009! Visit often, as details are emerging. Call 888.905.7238 for more info.

NOC Events are Sponsored By:

NOC/Subaru Coca-Cola

Flint Ridge Five Miler Flint Ridge Five Miler Trail Run
March 21, 2009
Spring trail run at NOC's Flint Ridge Trail kicks off at 10am. Prizes awarded to the top three males and females. Trail includes technical sections with some rolling single track.

Hosted by V02 Sports
828-524-1814


US Open Bank of America US Open
March 28-29, 2009
Two days of big-time racing at NOC! Watch world-class paddlers compete in downriver wildwater as well as kayak and canoe slalom competitions. This event is hosted by the Nantahala Race Club (NRC).

 

More info at USACanoe & Kayak.


Knobscorcher Knob Scorcher Mt. Bike Race
April 5, 2009

Challenge the world-class singletrack at Tsali Recreation Area! The Knobscorcher is the second race in the South Eastern Regional Championship Series.

Contact information
Phone: (352) 873-9279
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Sponsored by GoneRiding.com

Junior Team Trials Junior US Team Trials
April 4-5, 2009

This competitive event is open to racers under age 18. The top three to finish will go on to compete in the Junior World Championships. This race is hosted by NOC and the Nantahala Racing Club Rhinos.

More info at USACanoe & Kayak.


NOC Duckathlon

NOC Duck-and-Run
NOTE: This event is currently being rescheduled.
Duck and run your way to Nantahala glory! Competitors will paddle duckies from Fereby Park to NOC, then run the 5-mile Flint Ridge Trail. More details coming soon!


Demo Daze NOC Outfitter's Store Demo Days
April 25-26, 2009

Join us for paddling's opening weekend! All 60+ boats in NOC's demo fleet will be available for free test-paddling on the Nantahala. Paddlers can also perfect their roll with NOC instructors in the rolling pool and attend premieres of cool paddling videos. It's like spring training and opening day all in one weekend!

NOC's Watershed Week NOC's Watershed Week
April 27-May 1, 2009
NOC's river outposts will participate in a week of environmental efforts on our beloved rivers. See how you can get involved by clicking here!

12 Hours of Tsali 12 Hours of Tsali
May 23, 2009

Team and solo mountain bikers race in this endurance relay competition, at Tsali Recreation Area.

Contact information
Phone: (352) 873-9279
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Sponsored by GoneRiding.com

Fletcher Flyer Fletcher Flyer Road Ride
June 7, 2009

This cycling advocacy ride is great for any experience level, with a choice of century, metric and half-century. Enjoy the rolling hills and mountain scenery south of Asheville.

Hosted by The Blue Ridge Bicycle Club More infomation and register (www.blueridgebicycleclub.org)

pouroverpud_grandopening.gif The Pourover Pub's Grand Opening Celebration
June 20, 2009

Join us for a night of riverside fun celebrating the opening of NOC's Pourover Pub. There'll be live music, craft beer tasting and more to celebrate what's sure to be NOC's most popular gathering place. Stay tuned for specifics on music and brews!

Sizzling Sales Days Sizzling 4th of July Sales Days
July 4 - 5, 2009

When summer gets HOT, take a dip in the Nanty! NOC's mid-season sale offers the biggest selection at the best prices. Our Big Wesser Grill will be fired up all weekend long serving classic Fourth foods. Live music and ropes course climbing will round out the holiday.

NOC/Dagger Shootout NOC/Dagger Freestyle Shootout
August 1-2, 2009

After a succesful debut, the NOC/Dagger Freestyle Shootout will be back in full effect in 2009. Come out and compete against some of kayaking's rising stars, or be a spectator to some of the coolest moves on the water!

Tsali Challenge Triathlon Tsali Challenge Triathlon
August 29-30, 2009

NOC's take on the triathlon! We've replaced the traditional swim, cycle and run with a lake paddle, a trail run and a mountain bike ride. Team and individual races.

Contact information
Phone: (352) 873-9279
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Sponsored by GoneRiding.com


Nantyfest/GAF 09 NOC NantyFest/GAF
September 25-27, 2009

Don't miss the granddaddy of all gear sales, the party that brings together outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes to catch up, catch a few eddies and seize some sweet deals on new and used gear.

Nantahala River Fishing Rendezvous Nantahala River Fishing Rendezvous
October 9-11, 2009
Join us for our first-ever fishing event on the gold-medal waters of the Nantahala. More information coming soon!

NOCtoberfest NOCtoberfest
October 23-25, 2009

Featuring the 109-mile Tour de Nantahala Road Ride, this big fall weekend also includes a 5k trail run and more. Don't miss special menus and special sales at NOC.

 
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