SANDBANK BIKE TOUR FIELD GUIDE
E-Bike the Bens: Five Hours Circling Sandbank’s Lochs, Bens & Glens
A compact 5-hour e-bike tour around local lochs, bens and glens that pairs top‑of‑the‑line e-bikes with guided stories, photo stops and a café break—this guide helps you plan what to bring and what to expect.
E-Bike the Bens: Five Hours Circling Sandbank’s Lochs, Bens & Glens.
Embark on a captivating 5-hour tour through the stunning landscapes of local lochs, bens and glens around Sandbank. The LBG Explorer E-Bike Tour combines roughly 30 km (18 mi) of mostly-road riding with some off‑road paths, about 1 hour 45 minutes in the saddle, top-of-the-line e-bikes, and programmed stops for views, local fare and local stories.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Top‑of‑the‑line e‑bikes that tame the hills
The operator supplies a brand new fleet of charged e-bikes and gives an orientation so riders unfamiliar with e-assist can climb with confidence and keep pace across the route.
History and Gaelic legends along the way
Guides narrate the meaning behind Gaelic place names and local legends of Highland heroes, adding cultural depth to the coastal and glen scenery encountered on the ride.
Scenic stops and local fare
Planned stops include photographic viewpoints, a pause at a local café (food and drink not included) and visits to notable sites such as Holy Loch and Benmore Botanic Garden.
What the day feels like
How the tour feels on the bike
The tour is a mixed‑pace 5‑hour outing: a short orientation, then rolling on mostly-road surfaces with some off‑road paths, covering roughly 30 km with about 1 hour 45 minutes of actual riding time. Frequent stops let you soak the views, hear guide narratives and refuel at a café during the loop.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour best suits—and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Meet at Stores 1 & 2, Jura Building, Sandbank Business Park, Dunoon PA23 8PB prior to the tour start.
The tour is scheduled as a 5‑hour outing that includes orientation, riding (about 1 hr 45 min total ride time) and stops along a roughly 30 km/18 mi route.
Helmets are provided. Bring sunglasses or glasses, a light head covering for warmth under the helmet, a neck gaiter for chill, layered clothing and a waterproof jacket; gloves and comfortable athletic shoes are recommended. Bring a refillable water bottle where possible—there will be stops to refill but bottles cannot be guaranteed for everyone.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts 5 hours in total.
What is the riding distance and active ride time?
The route covers about 30 km (18 mi) with approximately 1 hour 45 minutes of ride time.
Where do we meet?
Meeting point is Stores 1 & 2, Jura Building, Sandbank Business Park, Dunoon PA23 8PB.
What should I bring and is a helmet required?
Helmets are provided. Bring sunglasses or glasses, a light head covering, neck gaiter, layered clothing, waterproof jacket, gloves and comfortable athletic shoes; bring a water bottle if you have one.
Is there an age limit or fitness requirement?
Participants must be at least 16 years old; the ride is rated moderate and suited to riders comfortable with mixed road and some off‑road cycling.
Are food and drinks included?
Stops at local cafés are included in the itinerary but the cost of food and drink is not included in the tour price.