Ride In Peace Adventures (RIPA)
About Ride In Peace Adventures (RIPA)
Ride In Peace Adventures (RIPA) offers the best mountain biking experience in Aberdeenshire, North East Scotland. Our purpose built RIPA Bike Hub is located less than 30 miles from Aberdeen at the Deeside Activity Park, at Dess, Aboyne and offers the perfect base for your clients
We provide
At the Bike Hub our offers include: bike & equipment hire, coaching and/or guided rides.
Coaching
Coaching is the best way to make the most of your riding experience, gaining expert instruction to progress your riding control and confidence. The Bike Hub has a learn-to-ride area, purpose-built tracks, trails & features to master all the skills you will need to take to the hills.
Guided Rides
From our Hub we can offer a half day or full day guided ride - to showcase Aberdeenshire's beautiful and scenic landscape.
Our Guided Rides are a great form of sustainable travel, boosting your health and wellbeing through the benefits of exercise, fresh air and a connection with nature.
RIPA wants you to experience the thrill of adventure! Under the expert guidance, you will benefit from their local knowledge, giving you the peace-of-mind that you will get the most out of your riding time with us.
Product Offerings
2 hours
Year round
6 - 12 min/max
Travel trade pricing available - contact for further information
Experience this purposely made cycling & mountain biking facility. The perfect place to learn cycling and mountain biking in Aberdeenshire.
Designed with a learn to ride (flat, All-weather surface), a grassy area for Sender ramps and the Westertown Woodland Tracks with lots of natural rocks & roots.
We have a choice of 12 adult bikes and 8 child bikes of various sizes.
Coaching sessions at the Bike Hub are suitable for all ages & abilities
Inclusions
- Introduction and bike check
- Coaching session led by a qualified mountain bike guide
- Use of bike areas
- Equipment (helmet, gloves & protective pads)
Upsells
- Private coaching sessions available
- Introduction to Aberdeenshire guided bike ride
2 hours
Apr - Oct
2-8 min/max
Travel Trade pricing available - Contact for more information.
Start from our Bike Hub base and take in the scenery of the Aberdeenshire countryside on gentle terrain, paths and tracks.
This guided ride is suitable for all abilities.
Inclusions
- Guided bike ride, led by a qualified mountain bike guide.
Upsells
- Shuttle transfer to other riding locations
- Bikes & equipment (helmet, gloves & protective pads) hire
- Private and group coaching sessions available
- Custom tours from your chosen location
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