Mountain Bike Guide for Beginners

Duration: Full day - 6 hours
1-2 Persons CHF 400
Extra Person CHF 25
Duration: Half day - 3 hours
1-2 Persons CHF 300
Extra Person CHF 25
Duration: Full day - 2,5 hours (evening ride)
1-2 Persons CHF 270
Extra Person CHF 25
from 5:00 p.m

No surcharge for families

Why to choose Ride and Smile:

  • Experienced guides ensure a safe and enriching adventure
  • Customized bike tours for every level 
  • Technique tips to enhance your riding skills
  • Our packages can be totally customized based on your ideas and needs
  • Comprehensive advice on all activities around Davos Klosters to guarantee the best summer holidays

From

CHF270.00

MTB for Beginners in Davos Klosters – Ride with Confidence and Joy

Your perfect introduction to mountain biking starts in Davos Klosters – surrounded by stunning alpine scenery, supported by an experienced guide, and filled with fun and learning! Our mountain bike guide for beginners at Ride and Smile helps you take your first steps on the bike with patience, knowledge, and an understanding of your personal pace.

In a relaxed and friendly environment, you’ll learn the basics of riding technique, receive practical tips on equipment and safety, and explore the most beautiful beginner-friendly trails in the region. Whether on a classic mountain bike or an e-MTB – you’ll make quick progress and gain confidence from the very first ride.

 

Key benefit: Get up to 50% back with your ÖKK insurance!

What to Expect

At the time of booking, we will ask about your personal goals, preferences, and current skill level to tailor the tour and training specifically to your needs. If you require assistance with equipment, we are happy to advise you in advance and help organize the right gear for your tour.

You will meet your guide at the agreed meeting point. After a brief conversation about the day’s plan and a short warm-up ride to assess your riding level, your personalized tour begins.The day combines a guided bike tour with targeted riding technique inputs: Along the way, your guide will provide practical tips and exercises directly on the trail – always adapted to your ability and focus. This way, you combine the joy of riding with meaningful progress.

Learning Goals:

This course covers the essential basics for safe and confident riding on trails – ideal for beginners and those returning to the sport.

  • Understanding your equipment: Key insights into bike components and maintenance – e.g., how does a suspension fork work?
  • Basic position & balance: The central body position for better stability and control on the trail.
  • Proper braking: How to use front and rear brakes effectively on varied terrain.
  • Shifting gears: How to shift smoothly and appropriately while riding off-road.
  • Cornering technique: Confidently navigate through tight and wide turns.
  • Overcoming obstacles: Ride safely over small roots, rocks, and steps.

Additional topics for E-Bikers:

  • Handling the extra weight of the e-bike
  • Using motor support efficiently
  • Riding uphill in technical terrain

With the right equipment and expert guidance, with us you are guaranteed to get your money’s worth, even without previous experience. Of course, we also remember to plan enough breaks – for example on one of the beautiful alpine huts in the region, from which you can enjoy a great view.

Davos Klosters is one of the most popular destinations for mountain bikers worldwide. A total of 700 kilometers of bike trails are waiting to be explored during the summertime!

Let our experts from Ride and Smile advise you – and get a little closer to biker heaven!

Looking forward to what else to do during summer in Davos Klosters? Check out our blog for more information.

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