Mountain biking for beginners Mountain biking is a fun, popular sport in the UK and Scotland has some of the best riding anywhere in the World! Not only is mountain biking a great way to keep fit, it is also a fantastic way to see the countryside. It is an activity that can be enjoyed by the whole family.
We have teamed up with the Scaladale Centre in Harris to provide a safe and fun introduction to the sport.
If you are new to mountain biking or if you just need to brush up on your skills, then our highly-experienced instructors will be able to give you expert tuition.
Here in Harris we have some incredible trails for more experienced riders but not so much for beginners, so the lessons will be held in Lews Castle grounds in Stornoway. The castle has some purpose-built trails for mountain bikes and a good skills area for learning. The Castle has a cafe and museum for those who aren't riding.
Bikes and helmets will be included in the price of the lesson. Sorry these 2 sessions are now sold out. See below for guided mountain bike ride on Harris
Date; 13/8/2018 Time; 10.30-13.00 and 14.00-16.30 Location; The Hub, Stornoway Cost; £25 Difficulty rating; Easy Recomended equipment; Waterproofs, trainers or outdoor shoes and spare clothes just in case.
Guided mountain bike ride
This is the next level up from the mountain biking for beginners session. This guided ride will take you out into the hills to sample some of the very best riding that Harris has to offer. It will be mainly off-road with mud, rocks and water aplenty! There will be challenging climbs and exhilarating descents to reward riders with a reasonable level of fitness and skill. The experienced guides will be on hand to give tips and advice and spot some of our wildlife.
Bikes can be hired from The Hub in Stornoway 07876 570932 or Bike Hebrides Date; 18/8/2018 Time; 11.00 Location; The Bays Centre Cost; £15 Difficulty Rating; Moderate Recommended equipment; A helmet is essential, those without will be turned away! Gloves and other protection, some food and drink, waterproof and spare layer. I would also recommend carrying a spare inner tube.
