Below are some of our recommended resources for mountain biking & off-road cycling. These range from our personal preferences through to our 2026 supporting partners, including Winch & Plummet, Melon Optics for riding glasses, RideConcepts for MTB Shoes, Troy Lee Designs for protective gear and 

A partnership that started with a short conversation at the Hurtwood Inn and a couple of custom jerseys in 2024, has developed into our goto provider. From the new lightweight “race” jerseys” to MTB pants, gillets, hoodies, softshell jackets and socks,  Winch & Plummet outfit our MTB Guides.
 
Winch & Plummet is an award-winning British mountain bike apparel brand, founded by passionate riders who believe technical MTB clothing should perform as hard as the people wearing it.
 
Designed in the UK and rigorously tested on Welsh trails, the collection includes premium MTB jerseys, riding trousers, shorts, gloves, technical T-shirts and trail-ready accessories built for comfort, durability and performance.
 
Known for combining bold designs with high-quality fabrics and rider-focused features, Winch & Plummet creates apparel that performs on the toughest trails while looking great off the bike.
 
Every product is developed by experienced mountain bikers, ensuring real-world functionality without compromising style.

Melon is an independent brand made up of hard working, shred loving, outside of the box kind of people.

We truly love the products we make and the brand we build. We can’t get enough of the sports we craft our products to perform in, and we cheers a beer to anyone who makes the choice to rock our eyewear for their adventures.

Based from wherever we feel is right for our soul, we collaborate remotely, and use our many friends across the world to help us in testing and approving our performance products before they reach your face.

New for 2026 are the Vantage Photochromic Lenses. We have been riding in the Alleycats with the Zeiss lenses since 2021. The Jester and Vantage provide a great all year rounding glasses.

Our go to shoe since 2022 having switched from another well known brand. We love the styling and the fit, especially the BOA closure. For 2026 we are proud to have the support of Ride Concepts through their partner Silverfish MTB

Founded on the dirt. Built for the ride.

Their sole mission (pun intended) is to get riders to go harder, push further, and ride more often in the pursuit of unfiltered fun.

They believe life is best on two wheels, on the dirt. Every ride is an opportunity to connect with yourself, your community, and your environment. The more those are in sync, the happier the world will be. That’s why we aspire to #ride every day.

Dust or mud. Race or chill. Solo or squad. We never stop. We may have all gotten into MTB for different reasons, but chances are we’re all still here to have fun on two wheels (or three ;), in the dirt.

The point is, it doesn’t matter whether you have a BMX background or are a recovering roadie, we want to make riding everyday more than a dream or aspiration, and inspire you to make it your reality with MTB-specific you can’t count on, day after day.

Exposure Lights is a premium British brand renowned for designing and manufacturing high-performance cycling and outdoor lights.

Born from the demands of 24-hour endurance mountain bike racing, their lights are precision-built in the UK and feature intelligent technology like automatic dimming, USB-C fast charging, and CNC-machined waterproof casings.

Exposure Lights are heavily favored by serious cyclists, bikepackers, and ultra-endurance racers due to their unique, proprietary technologies:

Handlebar & Helmet Lights: Popular models range from the compact Exposure Lights Zenith Mk4 Front Light helmet light to the ultra-bright Exposure Lights MaXx-D Mk17 Front Light for technical trail riding.

Born on the race track and refined on the trail, Troy Lee Designs brings unmistakable style to mountain biking. From bold, race-proven helmets to technical riding gear, gloves, and rider-focused protection, TLD blends cutting-edge performance with iconic design. 

Built for riders who push limits, ride hard, and want their gear to stand out.

Our favorites are the A3 Helmets and new Speed Pro knee pads. New for us in 2026, the Speed Pro pads feature a new and improved anchoring system that is comfortable for all day wear, along with removable D30 inserts. They are the perfect trail / pedal friendly ready knee pad. 

For Bike Park Wales, we add the Rockfight chest and back protector. Wear it over your favourite riding jersey for ease of use, or under it for all day shredding

Set in the heart of the Surrey Hills, The Rider’s hub offers everything you need for Mountain Biking to get you set up.

They have a wide range of electric and regular full-suspension mountain bikes which are available in either alloy or carbon, the bikes are suitable for all riders new to the trails and the friendly team is at hand to help you find the perfect bike. If needed, feel free to enquire with them about anything related about your rental experience with them and the bikes available.

You can have a quick blast for two hours or a full day exploring the area, which helps to give you the best experience of the Surrey Hills.

Located in the delightful village of Peaslake, they are at the heart of this very popular area with miles of trails starting on our doorstep for all abilities.

We currently use the Riders Hub for all our Surrey Hills events.

Welcome to the Hurtwood Inn

Serving Authentic Home Cooked Food in the heart of the Surrey Hills.

A family run Bar, Restaurant and Hotel in the beautiful village of Peaslake. Come and enjoy our great selection of local craft beers and world wines, along with our home cooked English and Italian food. Experience all the Surrey Hills has to offer, with great mountain biking and hiking directly from Peaslake.

Located opposite the Riders Hub, the Hurtwood Inn is the perfect post ride location for spot of lunch or a drink. Our Corporate guests love the Tomahawk steaks.