Discover adrenaline-fueled mountain biking in Inchmarlo with Ride in Peace Adventures. Tackle challenging trails through Scottish wilderness tailored to your skill level—perfect for thrill-seekers and outdoor lovers alike.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate to high fitness required; you should be comfortable with technical terrain and sustained effort.
Wildlife
History
The region’s trails sit amid lands rich with Highland history, with many routes passing old estate ruins and local legends of Scottish clans.
Conservation
Ride in Peace Adventures actively supports trail maintenance and local conservation efforts, ensuring that the mountains remain pristine for future generations.
Ride in Peace Adventures
Discover adrenaline-fueled mountain biking in Inchmarlo with Ride in Peace Adventures. Tackle challenging trails through Scottish wilderness tailored to your skill level—perfect for thrill-seekers and outdoor lovers alike.
Ride in Peace Adventures is a bike-focused outdoor activity provider based in Dess, Scotland, offering hire, coaching, and guided tours across Deeside, Aberdeenshire and the Cairngorms. The company provides a range of timed bike hires, including 1.5-hour, 2-hour, 3-hour and one‑day options, plus specialized guided rides such as Big Mountain Adventures and Enduro Hotspot Rides. Ride in Peace Adventures runs skills and coaching sessions for all ages, from Mini RIPAs play-on-pedals and after-school sessions for children aged 6–12 to adult skills sessions and private kids coaching. Family & Friends sessions and open sessions at RIPA Bike Hub provide structured areas for balance challenges, sender ramps and woodland tracks.
Guided offerings include Introduction to Aberdeenshire Tours across estates in Deeside, Donside and the Cairngorms National Park, plus six-hour Big Mountain Adventures for riders bringing their own bikes. Enduro Hotspot Rides highlight maintained singletrack and downhill routes across five locations in North East Scotland. Holiday camp programs and seasonal events such as Halloween Hunt expand the calendar for young riders.
Ride in Peace Adventures prioritises safety and progression, delivering coaching on braking, cornering and trail technique in supportive environments. Equipment matching for hire ensures bikes are sized to the rider's height. Location in Dess allows convenient access to local woodland tracks and the wider Cairngorms landscape. Information on bookings, session schedules and bike specifications is available through the business’s booking channels. Experienced local guides and structured session plans help riders build confidence while exploring scenic trails and technical features across Aberdeenshire, and beyond.
Location
Dess, Scotland
Access to Deeside and Cairngorms
Hire Options
1.5–One day
Multiple bike hire durations
Ride Lengths
1.5–6 hrs
Short hires to guided 6‑hour rides
Experiences
19 experiences
Family, skills, tours and camps
Reserve bike hire, skills coaching or a guided mountain ride today and explore Deeside, Aberdeenshire and the Cairngorms with confidence.
Check trail conditions before riding
Scottish weather can change rapidly; always verify trail status and weather forecast.
Use appropriate gear
Wear a full-face helmet and protective pads for downhill and enduro rides.
Start with an easier trail if you're beginner
Beginner riders should choose less technical routes to build skills and confidence.
Respect the environment
Stay on designated trails and avoid disturbing local wildlife during your ride.
Full-face helmet
Vital for safety during technical descents and high-speed sections.
Protective pads
Protect knees and elbows from falls and scrapes on rocky singletrack.
Hydration pack
Stay hydrated during the lengthy ride, especially in warmer weather.
Trail shoes or pedals suitable for mountain biking
Good grip and support are essential for technical terrain.