Guided Mountain Biking
Why not hire a qualified cycle guide to take you straight to the heart of some of the best on and off road biking in the North West? No map reading, no route directions to follow and no getting lost!
We can guide you on routes of varying distance and terrain depending on your
requirements and experience.
As well as quiet and peaceful lanes, the Forest of Bowland has some great technical mountain bike trials, including single track, rocky climbs and descents, forest and grassy moorland tracks - all with fantastic scenery throughout. The choice is yours!
Private rides - can be arranged for any date subject to availability:
- Half day - 1.30pm to 4.30pm* - £65
(up to 8 persons**) - Full day - 10.30am to 4.30pm* - £120
(up to 8 persons**)
*sometimes earlier and later times can be arranged - please call for more details
**please call for prices for groups of 9 or more
Scheduled open group rides (min. of 3 people):
Half day - 1.30pm to 4.30pm - £16 per person
- Beginners:
- 10 May 08
- 24 May 08
- 7 June 08
- 21 June 08
- 5 July 08
*more dates to follow....
- Intermediate:
- 11 May 08
- 25 May 08
- 8 June 08
- 22 June 08
- 6 July 08
*more dates to follow....
The Service
- OTC qualified technical mountain bike leader
- Indepth local area knowledge
- Pre-ride briefing
- Pre-ride basic safety cycle check (individuals are fully responsible for their own bikes and should make sure they are in good working order prior to the ride)
- On route skills coaching (if required)
- On route cycle repair service (to get bikes back to finish - charges will apply for parts used on non hire cycles)
Experience Required
We have a range of routes catering for both beginners and experienced riders. Basic skills tuition and advice will be given during the ride if required.
Location
The Forest of Bowland (see recommended starting points and route summaries), Yorkshire Dales, Lake District and Peak District.
What do you need to bring?