FloatLife Fest

06/03/2026

A little slice of Onewheel history right here!

This was the world's first Onewheel Freestyle Competition, held at the world's first Onewheel Festival. Back then, nobody really knew what a freestyle contest would look like. Riders showed up (the McCosker’s even made it their honeymoon), got creative, and helped build a format that would influence years of competitions to come.

Just one of the many "firsts" that happened at FloatLife Fest over the last 10 years.

We've been digging through the archives and will be sharing more of those moments soon.

How many people watching this owned a Onewheel +??? We bet not many!

06/02/2026

At the time the XRs launch seemed modest, but the fact is it changed everything!

Back then, a 4-mile race was considered ridiculous. The climbs were solid, batteries were stretched to their limits, and making it to the finish line wasn't guaranteed.

But for the first time, we saw what was possible. The XR wasn't just a new board, it was a key that unlocked new terrain, bigger rides, and a glimpse of where the sport could go.

Looking back, it wasn't just another race.

It was the moment we realized this thing was going somewhere.

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05/07/2026

10 years of FloatLife Fest means 10 years of chaos, legends, crashes, races, music, and unforgettable moments.

To celebrate, we’re dropping Top 10 countdowns from the last decade — biggest crashes, best races, wildest moments, top bands, and more.

Got photos, videos, or strong opinions? Drop them in the comments. You might make or even create the list. The ramp up to The event that created it all starts now! 🔥

04/27/2026

Alright! We need YOUR help everyone! Please vote for FloatLife Fest as best festival in Western North Carolina! We NEED your support in this effort! Vote now! We appreciate all your support!
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Tis the season. Be sure to vote for all your favorite people, and places in WNC. Happy voting!

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas, Y’all 🎄🎅🏻🎄🎅🏻🫶 Wishing you all the best💙🙏

12/12/2025

FloatLife Fest was featured in an Associated Press article regarding Old Fort’s comeback / reset after Hurricane Helene. We are proud to call Old Fort and Camp Grier home!
Big things happening for 2026! 🙌🕺🏻🔥🙏💙

The mountain “gateway” town of Old Fort, North Carolina, was well on its way to achieving a major goal: to become a hot spot for mountain biking and all things outdoors.

12/11/2025

Big things coming to Swannanoa, in the Asheville area! Only 15-20 minutes from Camp Grier🙌💙🤘🔥

“We call it a bike park, because that’s what people understand,” said Daniel Sapp, the foundation’s chief marketing officer who joined Watkins on a tour of the site last week. “But it’s actually an all-wheels park. It’s all weather and all wheels.”

Much of Swannanoa’s history and what may be a big part of its future can be seen from the top of a slope on the grounds of the former Beacon Manufacturing Co. textile mill on U.S. 70. Hollowed-out buildings just across the highway mark the devastation Tropical Storm Helene brought to the unincorpo...

12/02/2025

Are you ready? Get excited because is offering camp for two age groups this year! Age groups are rising 6-8th graders and rising 9th-12th graders. Last year’s sessions had some of the greatest Onewheelers in the planet stop by to give personal instruction to these lucky kids! Register now…link in bio

10/31/2025

🤯 💙🙌🔥

The rumors are true. Camp Grier is expanding!

For more than seventy years, Camp Grier has been a place where Western North Carolina comes together to grow, heal, and build. What began as a summer camp has evolved into something much bigger, a catalyst for community-centered change and a home base for the work of rebuilding rural opportunity in these mountains.

Now, we’re taking that mission one step further with Grier Village, a 150-acre, 75,000-square-foot, community-focused development designed to keep Old Fort’s future rooted in service, sustainability, and mountain values. Grier Village will bring together everything we’ve learned over the past decade — from trails that connect communities to programs that train the next generation of outdoor leaders — into a place built for growth, learning, and belonging. Once complete, you’ll be able to find:

🏡 Copper Ridge: modern cabins for multi-generational gatherings and private retreats
🎓 G5 Gap: student housing, classrooms, and lodging for continuing education participants
🌿 Grier Village Basecamp: local retail, unique dining, long-term housing, and hands-on learning from sustainable farming to trail building

As we prepare to open Phase 1, Copper Ridge, we know this is more than a place to stay. This is a living example of what’s possible when we build with the land, not against it. Because the trails have always been about connection, resilience, and the belief that a small mountain town can chart its own path forward.

Grier Village is where all those paths meet. Follow us on Instagram and visit our website today! grier-village.org

09/20/2025

Join G5, Riverkeeper, USFS, and REI for a collaborative day of service and community.

Meet:
Shuttle: To Catawba Falls

Choose your crew

Trail Crew (RSVP with G5): Repositioning signage, clearing brush near the parking area, and removing litter along the trail and land. Jobs range from mellow to tough depending on how you feel that day.

River Sweep (RSVP with ): Waders on to remove trash from the Catawba River below the falls, or help on land collecting debris along the river corridor.

After Hurricane Helene, this work is more important than ever.

After-party at Foothills Watershed

Bring your own bike

Free access to the riverside, bike park trails, and dirt jumps with Mike (a $25 value)

Bike rentals and food available for purchase

Giveaways: REI Asheville will be on site all day with freebies.

Spots are limited. Visit our webpage for both registrations. We are excited to see you out there making a difference at one of Old Fort’s favorite spots.