Difficulty: 6
Distance
28 miles
Ride Type
XC
Ascent
2,540 ft
Isle of Purbeck MTB Day Tripper
£70.00 inc. VAT
This ride is no longer available.
However, the Jurassic Purbeck Big MTB Day Out has replaced it!
Not forgetting our other awesome cross-country mountain bike rides on the South Downs and Surrey Hills which are very popular and there are new dates across 2022 for you to join!
Mountain biking on the Purbeck Hills offers a mini-adventure few destinations can compete with. There’s castles, cliff edge trails, ancient history, beachside singletrack and it all starts with a trip on the ferry.
This is an awesome day out and a mini-adventure that starts with breakfast at the delightful Boatyard Cafe Bar. After a relaxing start, we cycle on board the Sandbanks chain ferry that will take us across Poole Harbour for some Isle of Purbeck mountain biking. Once across the water we will explore the beach-side singletrack of the golf course, before taking on the open trails towards Corfe Castle. Suitably refuelled at the quaint Village Tea Rooms, our journey takes in more epic sea views and the Old Harry Rocks of the Studland. The final blast along the natural singletrack before the return ferry back to Sandbanks for the well earned post ride refreshments!
What to expect!
Beware this ride is a challenge! You will need to have a good level of fitness to be able to enjoy this big day out. The riding is classic cross-country on the open downland of the Purbeck hills.
PLEASE NOTE: You will have a good level of fitness to take on the 2,500ft of climbing across approximately 28 miles. If you are still not sure whether this ride is for you, then please do not hesitate to contact us by clicking here.
The area and the trails
Isle of Purbeck mountain biking is all about the great mix of sea views, cliff top trails and the rolling bridleways of the Purbeck Hills. There are 3 big climbs with big open views to keep the eyes happy and the super-fast descents with jaw-dropping back drops to banish the climbing woes. These include Corfe Castle and the simply stunning Old Harry Rocks.
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We pride ourselves on creating the perfect vibe that makes everyone feel comfortable and confident to maximise your enjoyment. Combine this super fun and relaxed atmosphere with our expert knowledge and professionalism we will guarantee you the best day out on your bike.
- Duration: 4-6 hours
- Distance: 28 miles (approx.)
- Elevation gain: 2,540 ft (approx.)
- Technical Grade: Advanced beginner
(any questions, please contact us) - Meet time: 9.00 am | 10 am on bikes
- Meet point: Sandbanks car park
- Group size: 8 (max.)
What’s included
- Breakfast at the Boatyard cafe
- Return ferry trip
- 10% discount at lunch in Corfe Castle
- You will be at least an advanced beginner mountain biker
- You have the personal fitness to ride for at least 4-6 hours at a social and comfortable pace
- You will be confident in mountain bike handling skills on at least blue graded trails and profficient with operating your bicycle in the correct manner
- The trails will include features such as roots, small to long rollable drop-offs and loose rocks. All of which are rollable
- Certain trails will be steep in places which will require confident bike-handling skills
- All the trails will have options to ride around features that you do not feel comfortable riding
- You have your own suitable mountain bike (Hybrid and budget bicycles are not suitable for this ride)
- The ride does contain many undulating and moderately steep long climbs
- You are aged 18 and over unless accompanied by an adult also participating on this ride
- If this sounds a little beyond your current skill and fitness level, please contact us for other options.
Equipment, kit and clothing
- Suitable mountain bike in good working order*
- Helmet*
- Gloves and glasses
- Backpack
- Spare inner tube
- Puncture repair kit and bicycle pump
- Clothing & shoes appropriate for cycling and weather conditions on the day
- Padded cycling shorts for comfort
- Personal choice of drink and ride snacks
* without these you will not be able to take part in the guided ride Our guides carry an extensive kit to assist with trail-side repairs
(IMPORTANT: your helmet must be within the warranty period from the date of manufacture to take part in any of our guided rides. See the warranties table tab. You will be asked to submit this information via our riders consent form).
What’s not included
- Bike hire
- Personal clothing & equipment
- Overnight accommodation
- Pre, during or post activity refreshments
- Transfers to & from location
- Personal Travel and Accident Insurance
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