Member Spotlight

Where are you from?

Elgin.

Current bike set up

Voodoo Horde Hardtail & Whyte E-504 Hardtail mountain ebike.

How long have you been a member?

Since the start of the programme back in Spring 2024, Dimitris who is one of the founders of the Active Recovery Moray programme put the idea across to see if there was interest in the sport. I had previously done mountain biking and it was something I was keen to get back into. 

How has your life benefited from being a member?

The metal wellbeing and health benefits has certainly helped by developing new skills, building confidence, networking and building relationships with others.

What do you like most about being a member?

Getting out regularly on the bike and socialising with others. 

Any tips or advice for new members?

Go at your own pace, don’t feel pressured but do challenge yourself and see what you are capable of. 

Who/what inspires you?

Seeing other members overcome challenges.

Favourite ride?

Tarland Trails, it’s my favourite place to go. 

What has been your biggest achievement?

Conquering a drop where I had the misfortune of going over my handlebars, riding down Laggan Wolftrax ‘Airs Rock’ Black slap feature and also compleiting the 100k Cairngorm to Coast cyle with Outfit Moray. 

What is the biggest challenge you’ve had to overcome?

Currently an ankle fracture.

Future goals and aspirations?

Bike upgrade and enter some competitions.