Aberdeenshire Enduro Series
Sun, 30 JunPitfichie Forest30 Jun 2024, 08:30 – 17:30Pitfichie Forest, Pitfichie Forest, Inverurie AB33 8DP, UK
Sun, 01 SeptBike Glenlivet01 Sept 2024, 08:30 – 17:30Bike Glenlivet, Kirkmichael, Tomintoul, Ballindalloch AB37 9AR, UK
Sun, 13 OctTarland Trails13 Oct 2024, 08:30 – 17:30Tarland Trails, Car Park, Smallburn AB34 4TB, UK
What's An Enduro?
Enduro is a form of mountain bike racing, that started out in Europe with influence from car rally racing and motorbike enduro racing. The concept was simple: get yourself to the top of a mountain and race to the bottom time-trial style.
In general, modern enduro races involve anywhere from 3-6 timed stages. The timed portions of the race are mostly downhill but can vary in steepness, length, and difficulty depending on location. Between each stage, there will be untimed “transfer stages” that are mostly uphill.
Enduro combines elements of all racing disciplines from the physical fitness necessary for cross-country racing (XC), the mental stamina necessary for XC-style stage races and the bike-handling skills to navigate technical gravity-fed singletrack.
Each enduro race has a different style, fitness and skill requirement.But for the most part, enduro is meant to be a fun, approachable and exciting form of mountain biking.
Is Enduro Only For Pros?
Definitely not!
While enduro does require some physical fitness and skill to complete the course, it is one of the most accessible disciplines for an amateur rider. Racing on clear, timed stages, it is just you, your bike and the clock.
There isn’t much worry about having to pass or get passed, as riders are set off at 20-30 seconds intervals. If there is any passing, it is usually just one person at a time, which is much easier than a group of riders in other disciplines such as XC.
Great day out!
You’re only being timed on the downhill stages! The transitions between each time stage gives you the opportunity to catch your breath, talk to your mates, make new friends and fuel up with food and drink!
We think it's like a normal mountain bike ride in the hills of the sort you'd do anyway. The difference is you'll be with a bunch of like minded people, making new friends, but with a little more motivation to push your own limits on the descents
Amazing Community!
People are what makes enduro racing so great. It is known for its friendly, supportive atmosphere. Event organisers are usually mountain bikers themselves and will help with what ever you need. Volunteer marshals will chat and encourage you all the way round.
Wait for your buddies at the end of the runs and then ride to the top together. Then once you've completed the course, celebrate old friends and new at the finish line with race chat, good food and a tasty beverage.
Unlike downhill racing and XC, a dedicated bike is not required for enduro. The same set of wheels you pedal at your local trails will likely do the trick. You’ll want a bike that you can ride up and down hills all day! So, if you aren’t comfortable riding the local trails for an hour or two, you’re not going to be comfortable racing enduro on that rig but doesn’t mean you can’t do it!
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Mountain bike
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Certified mountain bike helmet
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Gloves, knee, elbow and back protection recommended
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Waterproof jacket
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Food and drink for a full days riding
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First Aid kit
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Basic bike repair tools and spares
