I can't remember too much except there was a big climb to begin. There were horses all over the place. This really sucked on many levels. I didn't feel right all weekend. More on this later.
Great climbs followed by awesome downhills are what most NC trails are about.
West-side favorite includes Longside, Twixt, Big Rock, Cedar Rock, Little River, and Burnt Mountain. Tie the two sides together using Sheep Mountain or Corn Mill Shoals, and put together rides to match the time you have available and the skills you're bringing with you. Dupont State Forest has quickly become one of the best MTB ride venues in the southeast. Several local bike shops have good website info on DSF, as does Blue Ridge Bicycle Club. Very limited time constraints, only able to ride a few trails.