Why Choose 57North Adventures

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Starting Mountain biking age 7, I’ve always enjoyed the escape of getting out on my bike and exploring nature and the outdoors. By my teenage years I was racing Cross Country and laterally Downhill in the Scottish series as part of a local team.  Early in my time racing I was invited to try out for the MBUK Scott Racing team, featuring in a magazine photoshoot of up and coming new racers!

Following four seasons of racing, I took a break to concentrate on my university degree, however at this point I also took up an interest in photography which kept me in touch with the mountain bike scene, photographing racing and at the World Cup rounds in Fort William. Of course I was still riding during this time as well as gaining leadership experience through my volunteer work with Scouts. 

Since qualifying as a British Cycling MTB Guide, I have been working as a mountain guide, specialising in working with youth groups, organising and leading day trips and residential bike camps.

30+ Years of riding all aspects of MTB, XC, Trail, Enduro, DH & some Trials of you ask me nicely!

20+ Years running Scouts & Explorer Scouts - organising trips and adventures for young people

10+ Years organising and running mountain bike trips and rides

Level 2 British Mountain Bike Leadership - Qualified

Level 3 British Mountain Bike Leadership - Trained