About Ride In Peace Adventures (RIPA)

Ride In Peace Adventures (RIPA) offers the premier mountain biking experience in Aberdeenshire, North East Scotland. Based at the purpose-built RIPA Bike Hub at Deeside Activity Park in Dess, Aboyne, less than 30 miles from Aberdeen, it’s the perfect starting point for clients to explore the region on two wheels. The hub provides bike and equipment hire, coaching, and guided rides for all abilities, promoting adventure, wellbeing, and sustainable travel in the Aberdeenshire countryside. Guests can develop their skills on flat, all-weather surfaces, grassy areas for jumps, and woodland tracks with natural obstacles, guided by experienced instructors. A range of hardtail bikes is available for hire from kids to adult sizes, all with helmets and protective pads. Beyond the hub, RIPA offers guided rides across Aberdeenshire’s stunning trails, from easy introduction tours to thrilling big mountain adventures and local hotspots. RIPA is the perfect choice for travel trade clients seeking an active, authentic, and memorable Scottish experience.

Product Offering

Bespoke guiding on adventure trails

Locations covered

  • Aberdeenshire
  • Cairngorms National Park
  • Royal Deeside

Specialisms

  • Mountain biking
  • Scottish landscapes and scenery

Bike hire available

RIPA Bike Hub Experience

Duration: 2 hours

Availability: Year-round

Group Size: 6–12

Included:

  • Introduction and bike check
  • Coaching session led by a qualified mountain bike guide
  • Use of all bike areas:
  • Learn-to-ride flat, all-weather surface
  • Grassy area for sender ramps
  • Westertown Woodland Tracks with natural rocks and roots
  • Equipment - Choice of 12 adult bikes and 8 child bikes, helmet, gloves & protective pads
Introduction to Aberdeenshire Guided Ride

Duration: 2 hours

Availability: April – October

Group Size: 2–8

Included:

  • Guided bike ride through Aberdeenshire countryside on gentle terrain, paths, and tracks
  • Shuttle transfer to other riding locations
  • Bike & equipment hire (helmet, gloves & protective pads)
  • Private and group coaching sessions available
  • Custom tours from your chosen location
Terms and Conditions

Trade pricing available - contact for more information

Payment terms available on request

Cancellation policy: 2-4 pax 14 days // 4-8 pax 28 days

When riding, clients must wear a correctly fitted, undamaged helmet. For some experiences, a full face helmet is required. RIPA will advise at time of booking.

Clients must wear suitable clothing. Tours will not be cancelled due to inclement weather.

Tour routes are subject to change for operational or safety reasons (i.e. forestry operations or adverse weather)

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