Reviews

We pride ourselves on giving our guests the absolute best experience of mountain biking in the Lake District, and rely on their valued feedback in order to do keep doing so.

If you’ve joined us on a guided ride, please leave us a review below…

Thank you!

14 responses to “Reviews”

  1. Ross Boyd Avatar
    Ross Boyd

    cat took five of us out for the most amazing day around Grizedale. She is great company, really knowledgeable about the area and riding and managed to get maximum performance out of a bunch of new/novice riders. She teaches with patience, has great banter and is just thoroughly enjoyable company. Can’t recommend her enough to help you get the most out of your time in the Lakes.

    Liked by 1 person

    1. Cat Avatar

      Hi Ross, it was an absolute pleasure to guide you, and I’m so glad you had great day. You all absolutely smashed it!

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  2. Sue Avatar
    Sue

    We had a fantastic day in the Lakes with Cat who is a skilful and knowledgeable mountain bike guide. The ride was exactly what we’d asked for. Looking forward to our next trip with her.

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  3. Matthew Spillman Avatar
    Matthew Spillman

    I did my 2nd guided half day ride with Cat after being impressed with her local knowledge and easy going approach to riding earlier in the year. This time I was guided on an epic trip up Walna Sca. This ride had everything. Big climbs, techy bits and fast descents. Cat is good at letting me make my own decisions on what I feel comfortable to ride. Living in Norfolk is a lot different to the terrain here! Her downhill skills are on a different level. I chose to get off on a couple of occasions to watch how it’s supposed to be done. There is no pressure to go beyond your limit. In her backpack is a magic set of tools and emergency rations for any mishaps, this gives great confidence in remote spots. I would definitely recommend singletrackminds for adventure and grin factor!

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    1. Cat Avatar

      Hi Matt, thanks for the kind words 🙂 Really pleased you enjoyed our latest adventure! It was great to be able to show you another favourite route, and you absolutely smashed that technical descent! Look forward to being able to show you some more awesome trails soon!

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  4. Scott Avatar
    Scott

    We spent an incredible two days exploring the Lake District with Cat, coming from BC, Canada. Cat was a friendly and energetic guide who crafted a wonderful experience for our group. We got a sampler of all the best that Grizedale has to offer and some amazing views of the surrounding areas. I would not hesitate to book with Singletrackminds again! Thank you for a memorable trip!

    Liked by 1 person

    1. Cat Avatar

      Hi Scott, I loved showing you guys around, and am really pleased you had such a great time! 😊 Thanks for the recommendation, and hope to catch up with you in Canada at some point!

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  5. LOUISE ORMISHER Avatar
    LOUISE ORMISHER

    Thanks to Cat & Dan for a fantastic morning in Grizedale, the trail was fantastic definitely challenging in places especially for a couple of us, but we all had a thoroughly enjoyable day and the kids are most definitely up for it again! Thanks so much for the flawless communication and organising the trip for us all, we will hopefully see you again soon, The Ormishers & Ditchfields

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  6. Caroline Meredith Avatar
    Caroline Meredith

    Thanks Dan for a fantastic morning in Grizedale, the trail was great, definitely challenging in places especially for the kids, but they’re still talking about how much fun they had on the descents !! Thanks Cat too for organising.

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    1. Cat Avatar

      Hi Caroline, we’re really pleased to hear you enjoyed the ride, and that the kids are still buzzing from the descents! That’s what it’s all about! 🙂

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  7. Garrick Abrahamson Avatar

    What an awesome ride!

    I approached Cat as I was looking for new trails to ride in the Lakes. I was also very aware that my fitness levels weren’t what they used to be and also carrying a bit of that COVID chub did worry me a little.
    However, Cat assessed my requirements and chose the perfect trail for us – the Walna Scar.
    Whilst there were a few big climbs that required pushing, the descents definitely made up for it! Especially the last one back down to the meet point.
    The voews of Coniston Water and surrounding valleys and mountains are just amazing!
    So much awesomeness in one ride. Still grinning like a Cheshire cat 😁

    Honestly, if you need quality guiding that will tick all boxes, look no further!

    Thanks a ton Cat! See you again soon 🤙

    Like

  8. Stuart Avatar
    Stuart

    Cat gave me guided tour while I demoed two bikes from bike treks in Ambleside great day out. Cat was very knowledgeable with regard to bikes & the trails. Look forward to returning in the future for other routes. Excellent service from start to finish from Cat & all about BikeTreks. Thank you.

    Liked by 1 person

    1. Cat Avatar

      Hi Stuart, really pleased to hear you enjoyed the day, and I look forward to showing you some other great routes soon!

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  9. Roy Avatar
    Roy

    Cat gave us a guided ride in June 2019
    Around Ambleside & Grizedale forest,
    A superb day taking in lowland paths, big climbs,fantastic views, lunch in a pub,a bit of hike a bike,some of the better parts of grizedale and some great descents..
    Top day out and very patient Guides
    With all our Faffing and mechanicals
    Sorted enroute..👌😃

    Liked by 1 person

14 Replies to “Reviews”

  1. cat took five of us out for the most amazing day around Grizedale. She is great company, really knowledgeable about the area and riding and managed to get maximum performance out of a bunch of new/novice riders. She teaches with patience, has great banter and is just thoroughly enjoyable company. Can’t recommend her enough to help you get the most out of your time in the Lakes.

    Liked by 1 person

  2. We had a fantastic day in the Lakes with Cat who is a skilful and knowledgeable mountain bike guide. The ride was exactly what we’d asked for. Looking forward to our next trip with her.

    Liked by 1 person

  3. I did my 2nd guided half day ride with Cat after being impressed with her local knowledge and easy going approach to riding earlier in the year. This time I was guided on an epic trip up Walna Sca. This ride had everything. Big climbs, techy bits and fast descents. Cat is good at letting me make my own decisions on what I feel comfortable to ride. Living in Norfolk is a lot different to the terrain here! Her downhill skills are on a different level. I chose to get off on a couple of occasions to watch how it’s supposed to be done. There is no pressure to go beyond your limit. In her backpack is a magic set of tools and emergency rations for any mishaps, this gives great confidence in remote spots. I would definitely recommend singletrackminds for adventure and grin factor!

    Liked by 1 person

    1. Hi Matt, thanks for the kind words 🙂 Really pleased you enjoyed our latest adventure! It was great to be able to show you another favourite route, and you absolutely smashed that technical descent! Look forward to being able to show you some more awesome trails soon!

      Like

  4. We spent an incredible two days exploring the Lake District with Cat, coming from BC, Canada. Cat was a friendly and energetic guide who crafted a wonderful experience for our group. We got a sampler of all the best that Grizedale has to offer and some amazing views of the surrounding areas. I would not hesitate to book with Singletrackminds again! Thank you for a memorable trip!

    Liked by 1 person

    1. Hi Scott, I loved showing you guys around, and am really pleased you had such a great time! 😊 Thanks for the recommendation, and hope to catch up with you in Canada at some point!

      Like

  5. Thanks to Cat & Dan for a fantastic morning in Grizedale, the trail was fantastic definitely challenging in places especially for a couple of us, but we all had a thoroughly enjoyable day and the kids are most definitely up for it again! Thanks so much for the flawless communication and organising the trip for us all, we will hopefully see you again soon, The Ormishers & Ditchfields

    Like

  6. Thanks Dan for a fantastic morning in Grizedale, the trail was great, definitely challenging in places especially for the kids, but they’re still talking about how much fun they had on the descents !! Thanks Cat too for organising.

    Liked by 1 person

    1. Hi Caroline, we’re really pleased to hear you enjoyed the ride, and that the kids are still buzzing from the descents! That’s what it’s all about! 🙂

      Like

  7. What an awesome ride!

    I approached Cat as I was looking for new trails to ride in the Lakes. I was also very aware that my fitness levels weren’t what they used to be and also carrying a bit of that COVID chub did worry me a little.
    However, Cat assessed my requirements and chose the perfect trail for us – the Walna Scar.
    Whilst there were a few big climbs that required pushing, the descents definitely made up for it! Especially the last one back down to the meet point.
    The voews of Coniston Water and surrounding valleys and mountains are just amazing!
    So much awesomeness in one ride. Still grinning like a Cheshire cat 😁

    Honestly, if you need quality guiding that will tick all boxes, look no further!

    Thanks a ton Cat! See you again soon 🤙

    Like

  8. Cat gave me guided tour while I demoed two bikes from bike treks in Ambleside great day out. Cat was very knowledgeable with regard to bikes & the trails. Look forward to returning in the future for other routes. Excellent service from start to finish from Cat & all about BikeTreks. Thank you.

    Liked by 1 person

  9. Cat gave us a guided ride in June 2019
    Around Ambleside & Grizedale forest,
    A superb day taking in lowland paths, big climbs,fantastic views, lunch in a pub,a bit of hike a bike,some of the better parts of grizedale and some great descents..
    Top day out and very patient Guides
    With all our Faffing and mechanicals
    Sorted enroute..👌😃

    Liked by 1 person

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