E-Bike Hire in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley is one of the most admired cycling spots in the UK, with a variety of exciting off-road trails and beautiful scenery throughout. There is so much to see and so many miles to ride that you won’t want to miss any of it, so it's worth considering going electric if you want to take full advantage of the area's many cycle trails. 

Electric bikes or e-bikes have a built-in motor that gives you a boost while you pedal. They don’t take over, leaving you in full control of your speed, but the added push helps when you need it, especially with those steep hills and long flat sections. 

The ability to ride further with less effort means that you’ll have the time and energy to explore further, enjoy the experience more and take in the local scenery, wildlife, and historical sites too. 

Whether you want a casual ride, to push the limits downhill without worrying about the ride back up or to make sure the whole family can finish the trail, you’ll be able to find e-bikes to hire in various locations in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. 

Here are a few reasons why hiring an e-bike is worth considering: 

Top 5 Reasons to Hire an E-Bike in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

1. You can ride further and for longer.

One of the most frustrating issues with taking a trip to a new place is not being able to see all the sites. In the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley there are so many trails to try that you’d need the fitness of Bradley Wiggins to try them all. An electric bike however makes this possible. The assistance that the motor gives you while pedalling lets you save your energy for the next trail, and the next, and the next!

2. Even the up hills are fun… yes really.

We think everyone will agree that the worst part of any bike ride is the uphill. Similarly, we can also all agree that the best bit of any bike ride is the downhill! Now what if we told you there was a way to make the uphill just as enjoyable as the downhill? The push that an e-bike gives you allows you to actually enjoy the uphill portions of your bike ride. You wouldn’t believe some of the things you miss around you when you’re focusing on getting a bike up a hill. You also won’t be too hot, sweaty and out of breath to take in the scenery when you get to the top or worried about what's coming next.

3. Everyone can ride together.

When you’re riding an e-bike with friends or family there’s no need to worry about whether you’re going to be able to keep up with everyone else. We’ve all got different levels of fitness. On a regular bike, what may be a nice leisurely ride for one of you might be a marathon for another. On an e-bike you can adjust the amount of assistance the motor gives you, so nobody gets left behind. E-bikes with child seats on the back also mean that you can take the kids with you, knowing that you’re not going to struggle to make it to the end of the trail.  

4. It’s more social.

If you’re out riding with friends or family, it can be difficult to enjoy the company whilst also exerting so much energy on the riding. It can be hard to talk while you’re gasping for air as you start to realise that you’re only a quarter of the way through your ride. The help you get from an e-bike gives you more of an opportunity to enjoy your time with whoever you’re riding with.  

5. You won’t need to leave the picnic at home.

Riding an e-bike makes it easier for you to carry everything that you need with you. The food and drink in your backpack won’t become a burden when you meet the bottom of a hill with a steep incline ahead of you. So when you’re planning your route make sure to schedule in a stop at one of these lovely picnic sites in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. Plus you can book a hamper or packed lunch from one of our delis and farm shops and you're guaranteed to have a great day out.

There aren’t many places that you’ll see the benefits of an e-bike more than in The Forest of Dean and Wye Valley. No matter how well you can ride or who you’re riding with, e-bikes open up more of our gorgeous ancient forest and wild river valley.