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Enhance your mountain biking skills with personalized coaching at Ride in Peace Adventures. Perfect for all levels, this program will have you tackling trails with confidence and control.
2–4 hours
easy
From £79.50
Family Friendly
Enhance your mountain biking skills with personalized coaching at Ride in Peace Adventures. Perfect for all levels, this program will have you tackling trails with confidence and control.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in basic physical condition with the ability to handle short, moderate rides.
Wildlife
History
The region has a rich history of logging and mountain community development dating back to the early 1900s.
Conservation
Ride in Peace Adventures actively promotes trail sustainability and encourages riders to stay on designated paths to minimize environmental impact.
Ride in Peace Adventures
Enhance your mountain biking skills with personalized coaching at Ride in Peace Adventures. Perfect for all levels, this program will have you tackling trails with confidence and control.
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.
Start with a warm-up
Always begin your session with a gentle warm-up to prepare your muscles and prevent injuries.
Check your equipment
Ensure your bike is properly maintained and fitted for a safe and effective coaching session.
Progress gradually
Build foundational skills before tackling difficult trails to avoid setbacks and injuries.
Ask for feedback
Use coaching sessions to get personalized tips that will help you improve faster on your own.
Helmet
A helmet is crucial for safety during coaching sessions and trail riding.
Cycling gloves
Gloves improve grip and protect hands during intense riding.
Hydration pack
Keeps you hydrated and ready to ride longer.
Suitable riding apparel
Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing enhances your riding experience.