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7 Stanes Singletrack

A week of riding at Scotland’s famous 7 Stanes trail centres. Technical singletrack at its best!

The 7 Stanes are the reason that southern Scotland has become a Mecca for mountain bikers from all over the world. Our week long 7 Stanes Singletrack adventure gives you the best in Scottish Trail Centres for the ultimate mountain biking experience.  The week begins at Newcastleton. Just 5km north of the border with England, Newcastleton is a fine introduction to 7 Stanes riding. As the week progresses we travel across southern Scotland by way of Ae, Mabie, Kirroughtree, Dalbeattie, Glentrool and Innerleithen, ending up at the jewel in the 7 Stanes crown, Glentress.

7 Stanes week - Mountain Biking HolidayTrip Summary

Total Distance: variable

Cost? £395 with bunkhouse accommodation

Upgrade all accommodation to B&B £90 (based on two people sharing, evening meals not included)

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Itinerary

Day 1: Newcastleton

The trails at Newcastleton are graded blue and red and have singletrack, bridges, boardwalk and freeride sections for the adventurous. A perfect introduction to Seven Stanes riding.

Day 2: Ae and Mabie

After riding the “Ae Line” trail in the morning, we travel 30 minutes down the road to Mabie where we stop for lunch at the trailhead café. After refuelling it’s time for Mabie’s trails. The Phoenix Trail has 17km of rocks, roots, berms and jumps. Fantastic!

Day 3: Dalbeattie

Dalbeattie’s granite geology defines the riding today with rocky terrain, but fortunately not too many hills! The famous “Slab” on the Hardrock trail, as well as other features like Spooky Wood II and the Terrible Twins will keep you on your toes.

Day 4: Drumlanrig

Tight, rooty natural feeling trails define the riding at Drumlanrig. While not officially a ‘Stane’ it’s a favourite for many riders and definitely worthy of inclusion on this trip. Drumlanrig Castle and the ancient broadleaf woodland make for a stunning setting.

Day 5: Kirroughtree

If you like technical singletrack, you’ll love Kirroughtree. It’s probably the most challenging of all the Seven Stanes centres with constant twists, turns, jumps and drops. It’s also home to McMoab, a little bit of Utah style slickrock in our own back yard!

Day 6: Innerleithen

Often seen as a destination for downhillers, Innerleithen hides a gem of a loop up its sleeve in the form of the Traquair XC trail. The first half of the loop climbs to the summit of the Minch Moor with stunning views over the Tweed valley. In keeping with the centre’s downhill heritage the descent back to the start via Plora Craig and Caddon Bank is well worth the climb. Rocks, drops, berms and jumps all the way to the bottom mean you can’t fail to have a huge grin on your face at the bottom.

Day 7: Glentress

Our last day takes us to the jewel in the Seven Stanes’ crown. Glentress has the reputation as the best mountain biking centre in the UK. There are a wide variety of trails here, as well as the famous Hub café. If you still have the legs after six days of riding and fancy an epic, the black graded Helly Hansen V Trail has been voted the UK’s best trail on several occasions. For those feeling the effects of the last week then the blue and red graded trails provide almost as many thrills without as many hills!

How difficult is this trip?

Most Seven Stanes centres have a variety of trails graded from green (easy) to black (severe), so each day you can chose something to suit your ability and watch your riding progress during the week. The higher your fitness level, the more trails you will be able to ride and so the more you will get out of the trip.

How many people will be on the trip?

Trips are limited to a maximum of six participants, so your professional guides will have plenty of time to help you work on those bike skills out on the trails.

What do I need to bring?


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What’s not included?

Any other questions?

Please call us on 01475 740 414 or email info@ScottishMountainBikeGuides.com to discuss any aspect of this trip.

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