Build the Basics Taster Session

In conjunction with Scottish Cycling we are excited to be able to offer a series of free Mountain Bike Sessions at Glentress designed to introduce you to the sport in a safe, fun and hopefully inspiring environment. The 3hr long sessions are for you if you are an absolute beginner, slightly dabbled in the past or feel you would benefit from going back to basics.

The session will begin with introductions to your guides and each other followed by some general familiarisation of your bikes so you can identify any issues that could be a safety concern. We will make our way to the the flat area below the taster trails close to the bottom of the hill where we will focus on the basics - looking at safe, correct methods of braking, good body position, cornering and using gears. This is a safe confined area which will allow ti…