E-Bike Guiding & Adventures
It’s not cheating… even the pro’s are using them!
Over the past three years we’ve seen a massive change in the attitude towards e-bikes and people now are recognising their purpose and as their own individual discipline. We’ve seen a lot of ‘nay-sayers’ now fully embrace them, now they see them for what they are… FUN!……… Isn’t that they idea behind any sport?
These are perfect for individuals or groups wanting to explore the Peak District as you can travel much further, see more and experience a whole new adventure.
Bring your own suitable e-bike or hire one of our own amazing high end full suspension e-bikes.
There are many benefits to e-bikes and they’ve very much deserved their place as a cycling discipline.
- Allowing people and groups, with varying endurance levels, to be able to partake and enjoy similar distance rides. No more feeling like your holding the group up
- Allows riders of differing age to discover the same routes and trails, regardless of your fitness levels
- Opens up a wider area of terrain to all, due to the increased travel distances and making harder climbs pleasurable. Discover your ‘Uphill Flow’ – it’s not all about the downhill anymore
- Increased descending time within your ride
- Opens up cycling to injured or rehabilitating riders wanting to get out without expending too much energy or putting too much stress on your body, by recovering your fitness in a safe and gradual way
All our packages are graded and tailored to suit all abilities.
Day adventures
A day out
Our guided adventures are for everyone, we have routes for all ability levels from beginner to advanced. The routes will allow you a good taster of what ebiking is all about.
Weekend adventures
A full weekend of riding with accommodation
Our guided adventures allow groups of riders to enjoy some of the best trails the Peak District has to offer, over 2 days. We arrange the accommodation, e-bike hire and the routes.
You simply turn up and enjoy.
Regardless of your ability or experience all our rides involve familiarisation and brushing up on e-bike specific techniques prior to the ride, all designed around getting the most from an e-bike and understanding the different riding styles required to get the most fun from these amazing bikes..
our ride grading system
GREEN
BLUE
RED
BLACK
All our adventures are graded so you know before you book exactly what the route is going to ask of you!
Using a combination of the philosophy used in UK climbing grading, which recognises both how techincal the climb is and ski and trail grading that acknowledges difficulty by colour, our route grading is designed to give you an idea of the skill level and fitness level required to book onto the chosen adventure.
In order to make sure beginners aren’t overwhelmed or put in dangerous situations, and to make sure more experienced riders get the challenge they expect we’ve introduced the grading system, It might seem a little overkill but we want to ensure all riders on the day get to ride with shredders of similar experience and skill.
You can click on the grading icons at anytime to see how that experience or adventure is graded.
weekend adventures
E-BIKE PEAK WEEKENDER
£375 per person
including 2 nights bed and breakfast, 2 days guiding and ebike hire.
Click Icon for grading info
- 2 nights bed and breakfast accommodation at the amazing Old Hall Inn/Paper Mill Inn
Arriving Friday night staying for 2 nights, breakfast provided Saturday and Sunday am, pre ride
Additional pre or post nights stays are available by booking direct with Old Hall Inn
- 2 days fully guided rides with Jaime Harper and Wayne Clinton, both qualified British Cycling MTB Leaders
- Evening meals and drinks
- Travel to and from the accommodation
- Ride day lunch/drinks/snacks
- Personal health, activity and holiday insurance
(The above is a requirement for your participation on this trip)
Arriving on the Friday night, get yourself checked in to your room and enjoy an evening meal in the Paper Mill Inn or Old Hall Inn
Day 1
Duration:
Distance:
Grade (minimum.): Intermediate
Maximum group size: 8
On our return to The Old Hall, well deserved drinks all round and we’ll say our good nights to leave you to enjoy your evening and meal.
Day 2
Duration:
Distance:
Grade (minimum.): Intermediate
Maximum group size: 8
This will be the shorter of the 2 days as we know you’ll have a journey home to make. None the less enjoyable.
We’ve tried to answer most of questions we think you might have below, but any other questions please give us a call.
- Can I still book on with my own e-bike?
Yes, though we will need to chat with you prior to you booking to make sure your ebike will be suitable for the trails we are riding, and battery wH etc. There will be a reduction in cost to the weekend by bringing your own bike. However we won’t carry any spare parts/tools for your ebikes so you’ll be expected to bring and carry everything you need~ - Will there be safe storage if I bring my own bike?
Yes, there’ll be a safe place for your bike to be stored overnight and to charge your battery - What do I need to bring?
Everything you’d take on a day out riding! Make sure you’ve got the correct clothing, including for any changeable weather, we are in the Peaks after all. Helmets are a must on our guided routes, no helmet, no ride. All our bikes are fitted with flat pedals, so please make sure you’ve appropriate footwear. If you prefer to ride clip in’s, we are happy for you to bring your own pedals and we’ll fit this to the bikes. Hydration packs, our ebikes don’t have water bottle holders, so please make sure you’ve got a back pack to allow you to carry water. We do have spare back packs you can borrow if you haven’t. - Do I need to carry any spares?
Our guides will carry extensive kit to carry out trailside repairs, and a few spares (rear mechs/chains etc) You make asked to carry a spare inner tube for your bike. - Can I attend if I’m not an intermediate rider?
Sorry but no, this is for your and the other riders safety (and enjoyment) If you are an advanced rider you’ll still enjoy this, but our technical grading for this weekend is a red (intermediate at least). We will be able to asses your ability quite quickly on the day, so please don’t just book on. If we see your a beginner rider, we will have to end your ride (refunds will not be available once you’ve arrived).
Options and dates coming soon
From £105 per person
Grade
- Duration:
- Capacity: 8
- Rider experience: You’ll have ridden a mountain bike before but never an e-bike
- Type of trails: Blue Graded
- E-bike hire included
- You’re over eighteen
- You’re curious over the new E-bike craze and want to know more
- You have an E-Bike and want to learn how to get the most out of this trick piece of kit.
- You fancy hiring an E-Bike to see what all the fuss is about and find out how much fun they are.
- You would like to gain more confidence and control
- Start Location –
- Start Time:
- Finish Time:
Options and dates coming soon
From £105 per person
Grade
- Duration: 2 – 3 hours
- Capacity: 8
- Rider experience: You’ll have ridden a mountain bike before but never an e-bike
- Type of trails: Red Graded
- E-bike hire included.
- You’re over eighteen
- You’re curious over the new E-bike craze and want to know more
- You have an E-Bike and want to learn how to get the most out of this trick piece of kit.
- You fancy hiring an E-Bike to see what all the fuss is about and find out how much fun they are.
- You would like to gain more confidence and control
- Start Location
- Start Time:
- Finish Time:
- (Further details will be sent out at time of booking)
Day ADVENTURES
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1 person £195
1:1 ebike guided adventure. Bespoke route just for you. Price includes ebike hire, helmet and back pack (if required)
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2 people (price per person) £130
1:2 ebike guided adventure. Bespoke route just for you and your bike buddy. Price includes ebike hire, helmet and back pack (if required)
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3 people (price per person) £120
1:3 ebike guided adventure. Bespoke route just for you and your bike buddies. Price includes ebike hire, helmet and back pack (if required)
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4-8 people (price per person) £105
This is the group rate for a guided adventure. Groups minimum of 4 and maximum of 8. You can book a private group booking or join onto one of our mixed group rides and meet some like minded bike people who are just looking for a fun day out on some trails. Mixed group bookings will be a set ability level, so make sure you book onto the right ability level for you. Price includes ebike hire, helmet and back pack (if required)
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Ebike epic (price per person) £150
If you're ready for a challenge this if for you! This is our 50 mile epic - its a double battery day. Rider ability must be at least intermediate with a good level of fitness. Minimum group size 3, maximum group size 5 (bespoke epic days can be booked if 1:1/1:2 required, please contact us for prices). Price includes ebike hire, battery change at lunchtime, helmet and back pack (if required)
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Bring your own ebike -£45
If you have your own ebike but still wish to participate in one of our bespoke or group rides, you can still book on, just deduct the hire of the ebike. All we ask your bike is in good working order, whilst we do carry spares for emergency repairs out on the trails, these will be for the parts on our own ebikes, so always worth packing some of your own spares.
Booking Calendar
We try to make our bookings flexible, so if you see a date with your grading – get it booked!
If you have a specific date in mind but the grading doesn’t suit you, don’t panic. Where you see a (F) next to the grading this means its flexible and we can change to suit when booking – so first come first served. Where there’s no (F) the grading is fixed and you must be of this ability (at least) to join this group.
All dates are currently shown as mixed groups, however should you wish to book a private group let us know and the numbers and we’ll book this off for you.
Where weekends are shown as adventure weekends, these are only available to book as our weekend breaks. Please refer to the section below for weekends if you are interested in booking onto these.
Options and dates are coming soon
From £105 per person
Grade
- Distance
- Elevation Gain
- Max Riders: 8
- Min Riders: 4
- Please see our ride gradings or click on the grading icon for information on the route difficulty and fitness level required.
- You will be asked to confirm you accept that you are happy with this route grading and have the experience started to ride the route.
Start Time:
Finish Time:
Meeting location:
A certified cycling helmet and gloves are compulsory, but we can provide one free of charge if needed.
Weatherproof clothing is also a necessity. As the weather is changeable please pack for every eventuality. We also strongly recommend using knee pads and any other protection that you feel would give you more confidence on the day. Flat pedals are also highly recommended. Please ensure that the e-bike you turn up with is in full working order has full battery and is relevant for the route.
A full suspension or hardtail e-bike is required.
You’ll be out on the trail for most of the day. We do stop for lunch but its always crucial that you carrying a small hydration pack. Hydration is crucial for concentration and keeping energy levels up. Some food and a spare inner tube is also worth packing to avoid your day finishing early if you are on your own bike.
For bikes hired with True North Adventures you will be supplied with a backpack with tube and space for bottles/food etc. Your guide will have tools to rectify any issues with hired bikes.
Weather Cancellation
If for any reason the conditions are planned to be dangerous on that day, you will be offered another date or a full refund. Should this happen, we will contact you as soon as possible using the details your have provided.
Options and Dates are coming soon
From £105 per person
Grade
- Distance
- Elevation Gain
- Capacity: 8
Peak Enduro Epic EMTB - dates coming soon
£150.00 per person Full Day
Grade
This is a tough challenge, you’ll need your skills as well as your fitness for this 50 mile route across the Dark & White Peaks of the Peak District. This is something unique to True North, as we provide double batterys to complete this loop in the day.
Taking in all the Peaks classic descents and more, extremely challenging climbs mixed with stunning scenery and remote locations go to ensuring you’ll remember this experience for quite a long time. Its a figure of 8 loop and can be started from any point – every time dropping down for lunch at a local pub or cafe for some much deserved refreshments – and a battery swop.
This is a good one if your training for a long distance race or challenge event or you just fancy testing yourself. T
- Distance 50
- Elevation Gain
- Capacity:
Starting from Hope railway station this route is a great Hope Valley introduction if you’ve not visited before.
Classified as a red route there’s lots of variety from rocky descents to great single track, woodland trails and remote moorland riding. We have the option to extend this route and pick up some other famous Peak classic trails if good progress is made.
- Distance 18.45mi
- Elevation Gain 2,542ft
- Capacity: 8
Manifold Valley Tour EMTB
From £105.00 per person
Grade
Starting at Hartington Youth Hostel this relaxed chilled out tour across some of the nicest White Peak scenery you’ll come across, the stunning limestone gorges of the Manifold Valley and Thors Cave. This route is split into thirds, nice single track mixed with easy going tracks and lanes combined with paved cycle routes.
Its graded blue/red as it does have a few sections of technical riding so its not a beginner route but the sections are walkable if you do wish to attempt this route.
We’ll pass on our skills to help you improve your technique and confidence as the day goes on.
We pass some great villages with cafes, pubs and tea rooms so this is a great route for a mixed day out.
- Distance 15.76mi
- Elevation Gain 1,525ft
- Capacity: 6
