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‘Thanks for a fantastic course and all your encouragement.  It’s made such a difference to my own biking and coaching!’
G Marshall, Aberdeen

‘You’ve achieved the impossible – my biking has improved so radically after just one session that husband and I can now actually go mountain biking together and enjoy it – who knew?!’
S McCluskey, Glasgow


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Pre-requirements for Trail Cycle Leader Candidates

TCL candidates must meet the following requirements:

  • Be registered with the Scottish Mountain Bike Leader Association
  • Be over 18 years old
  • Have log book evidence of at least 20 mountain bike rides of 1.5hr duration in appropriate terrain, and in a variety of weather and riding conditions
  • Have log book evidence of longer runs of 2-3 hrs duration with at least one being 6 hours. 2-3 detailed route cards should also be included
  • Have current, appropriate First Aid certificate
  • For assessment an additional 10 ride and a 30 day consolidation period are required
  • Bikes must be fitted with a trip computer

    • In addition, it is recommended that:

  • Candidates have evidence of having acted as an assistant leader with an MTB group
  • Candidates have their own bike or at least have easy access to one, e.g. through their Centre or School



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