Huntly Development Trust - Huntly Development Trust

Why eBike?

Health Benefits

Riding an eBike is a great way to improve your fitness, enjoy the outdoors and explore new places. Research has shown that cycling regularly can improve your fitness level, help you lose weight, and reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes.

Riding an eBike is also a low-impact form of exercise which is easier on your joints than running or other high-impact activities. Whether it's a journey to work or getting the whole family involved in a weekend cycle around our town and countryside, cycling helps to improve fitness and wellbeing. Cycling is now more accessible and fun than ever before.

Experience the Outdoors

Hire a town or trail eBike to explore the beautiful local countryside around Huntly, Aberdeenshire or use as an alternative to car travel. You are spoilt for choice in Aberdeenshire, whether you are looking for coastal beaches, riverside paths, rolling countryside, dramatic castles or local whisky visits.

Support local, rural economies in a sustainable, healthy way. We offer various hire rates, allowing you flexibility to meet your travel requirements, or simply to explore the local area at leisure.

Sustainable Travel

Our eBikes provide a convenient and eco-friendly way to experience Huntly and the surrounding area with its stunning countryside and scenic trails while enjoying the benefits of a little extra help. You can save money on those ever-rising fuel costs, avoid parking charges and reduce your carbon footprint by riding a bike wherever possible. No waiting in traffic - better for you and the environment! eBikes level the playing field, as riders of mixed ability can have the confidence to ride further, longer and even up hills.

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Hire Costs

You can hire one of our eBikes in a range of time slots, from half a day up to longer term 1 month hires. Cycling is a great eco-friendly way to see the beautiful sights of Huntly and the north east of Scotland so book your ride today!

Booking Instructions

You can check availability and price using the calendar function or by scanning the QR code. You will need to creat an account or sign in using your personal details, including payment details, and then read and accept the terms and conditions. You are now ready to book an eBike which will suit your requirements.

When you have finished the booking you are ready to pick up the bike at the start of your booking time.

Bike collection & return

When you arrive we will show you how to use an eBike and you can decide which equipment you want to take with you. We give you a short safety briefing and we can also give you information about local routes to try out.

A full safety check is undertaken before and after every hire. All our eBikes are serviced regularly by our partners at The Bikery and batteries are checked regularly. eBikes should be returned at the end of your booking period. If you want to extend it or there is a delay with return, go onto the booking app to extend the booking or contact us directly.

Available eBikes

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Cannondale Trail Neo 3

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Merida eBIG.NINE 300 SE

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Cannondale Adventure Neo 4

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Merida eSPRESSO 400 Urban

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Merida eSPRESSO CITY 500 Step Through

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Orbea Keram

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Merida eBIG.SEVEN 300 SE

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Chakra Solo Helmet

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Cannondale Trail Neo 3

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Description

This rugged, fun-loving, electric mountain bike is ready to take your trail-riding game to a whole new level. Sporting a powerful Bosch drive system, long-lasting battery and trail-ready components, it lives to conquer the hills and carve the canyons. Or equip it with racks, fenders and lights, and cruise your daily commute. Trail Neo is ready for anything: conquering trails, chasing adventure, around-town errands and fun.

Highlights

The rugged aluminium frame features an integrated front running light, plus mounts for kickstand, rack and fenders.
Bosch’s sporty and versatile Performance Line drive unit delivers up to 65Nm of torque, and 300% support, in a quiet, natural feeling way.
A removable, 625Wh battery provides tons of range for exploration and adventure.
The durable, reliable, Shimano Deore 10-speed group offers smooth shifting and a wide gear range.
The Suntour XCM 34 fork features 100mm of travel, and wide, 34mm stanchions for precise steering.

Key Features

Frame	SmartForm C2 Alloy, removable 625Wh downtube battery, integrated front running light, tapered headtube, internal cable routing, 135mm QR hub spacing, IS disc mount, motor protection, headtube rack mounts, 40mm Pletscher kickstand mount, rack & fender mounts
Fork	SR Suntour XCM 34 Boost, 100mm, Coil, 46mm offset
Motor	Bosch Performance Line
Battery	Bosch PowerTube, 625Wh
Gears	10-speed
Brakes	Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc, 180/180mm RT30/RT-EM300 rotors
Shifters	Shimano Deore M4100,
Derailleur	Shimano Deore M4120
Wheels	WTB STX i25 TCS, 32h, tubeless ready
Tyres	Maxxis Ardent, 29x2.4" (M, L, XL) 27.5x2.4" (S), EXO Protection
Range	140km

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Merida eBIG.NINE 300 SE

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Description

A bike that embodies the perfect balance of day-to-day usability and sporty leisure activity. A quality aluminium frame, strong Shimano drive unit and externally mounted battery deliver versatility and reliability.

Highlights

Lightweight aluminium frame with 29” wheels
Refined Shimano EP5 drive unit with 60 Nm torque
Easy-to-remove 504 Wh external battery
Confidence inspiring mountain bike handling
Versatile enough for the trail or the commute
Comfort and control enhancing suspension fork

Key Features

Frame	eBIG.NINE LITE, aluminium
Fork	SR Suntour XCM34-Boost LOR DS
Motor	Shimano E7000, 60Nm
Battery	Shimano EN606 Battery 504Wh
Gears	9 speed
Brakes	Shimano MT-200, RT10 Rotor 180mm
Shifters	Shimano ALTUS
Derailleur	Shimano Essa
Wheels	Merida COMP TK Rim x Shimano TC500-B/ TC500-HM-B Hubs
Tyres	Kenda Booster
Range	50km

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Cannondale Adventure Neo 4

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Description

Every day is an Adventure.

An electric bike built for the city streets, the town pathways, and the great open roads. You are just one ride away from a good mood.

Where it thrives

City streets, village lanes, beautiful backroads

What it's built for

Getting around, going to work, enjoying the day

Highlights

Lightweight aluminum step-thru frame
Shimano Altus 9-speed drivetrain / hydraulic disc brakes
Bosch Active Line 250W drive-unit / 400Wh battery / Range: up to 120 Km

Key Features

Frame	SmartForm C3 Alloy step-thru frame, removable downtube battery, fully internal cable routing, post mount disc, dual waterbottle headtube mount
Fork	SmartForm C3 Alloy blades, 1-1/8" steerer, post mount disc, mid-blade rack/fender mounts, crown accessory mount, 45mm offset
Motor	Bosch Active Line
Battery	Bosch PowerTube, 400Wh
Gears	9-speed
Brakes	Riderever hydraulic disc, 180/160mm rotors
Shifters	microSHIFT M859,
Derailleur	microSHIFT M46L
Wheels	Cannondale 2, double wall
Tyres	Kenda Kwick Seven.5, 27.5x2.20"
Range	120 km

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Merida eSPRESSO 400 Urban

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Description

The perfect partner for urban riding, offering comfort and practicality. Standard-fit mudguards, lights, lock, rack and kickstand mean you’re ready to go from the moment you leave.

Fast rolling 700c wheels are perfect for use in town, on gravel tracks or cycle paths. Wide 50 mm tyres add extra grip and comfort and their reflective sidewalls strips enhance rider safety in low light.

All electric bikes have an approved rider and equipment weight of up to 150 kg, meaning there's plenty of capacity for you and your luggage.

Highlights

One of the lowest widest step throughs in the market
Shimano Steps 6100 60Nm motor with 504Wh battery
Shimano 9 speed and hydraulic disc brakes
Mudguards, kickstand, rack, lock and lights
Suspension seatpost and adjustable stem
Reflective strip on tyres

Key Features

Frame	eSPRESSO CITY LITE II, aluminium
Fork	SR Suntour NEX E25, coil
Motor	Shimano Steps 6100 60Nm
Battery	Shimano E8035-L 504W battery
Gears	9 speed
Brakes	Shimano MT200, Rotor RT10/ RTEM300
Shifters	Shimano Alivio M3100, SGS
Derailleur	Shimano ALIVIO M3100
Wheels	MERIDA COMP TK Rim, Shimano TX505 Hubs
Tyres	Continental Ride Cruiser
Range	50km

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Merida eSPRESSO CITY 500 Step Through

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Description

The eSpresso City has one of the lowest, widest step throughs available. It's the perfect partner for urban riding, offering comfort and practicality.

Highlights

Extra low step-through ENERGY CRADLE frame design
Internally mounted 630 Wh battery
New, powerful Shimano EP6 drive unit
Wide-range 10-speed Shimano drivetrain
Fully equipped with guards, lights, lock, rack and kickstand
Fast-rolling 700c wheels and comfy 50 mm tyres with reflective strip

Key Features

Frame	eSPRESSO CITY LITE II aluminium
Fork	Suntour NEX E25
Motor	Shimano EP6 PC-052
Battery	Shimano EN806 630Wh
Gears	10 speed
Brakes	Shimano MT200, Rotor RT10/ RTEM300
Shifters	Shimano Deore M4100
Derailleur	Shimano Deore M5120
Wheels	MERIDA COMP TK Rim, Shimano TX505 Hubs
Tyres	Continental Ride Cruiser
Range	50km

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Orbea Keram

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Description

The Orbea Keram features an upright position that gives great visibility and control, contributing to a safer feel on the bike while the advanced motor and electronics integration gives riders more freedom and range than ever before. Riders of any age or experience level will quickly discover that the Keram is fun and easy to ride.

Highlights

Bosch Active 250W with 40Nm gives a smooth, natural pedal feel that helps you keep cadence without jerky power spikes
27.5" aluminum wheels make the bike nimble and easy to manoeuvre
Deore drivetrain shifts reliably and keeps the focus on efficient power transfer during long efforts
Hydraulic disc brakes bring predictable stopping power for sustained climbs and faster descents

Key Features

Frame	Orbea Keram 2019, Hydroformed Alloy 6061, Hide out battery technology, bottle cage and dual battery compatible and hidden kickstand compatible
Fork	SR Suntour X1 Coil LO 100mm QR
Motor	BOSCH Performance CX Cruise (25km/h) BDU450CX
Battery	BOSCH Performance 500Wh
Gears	10 speed
Brakes	Shimano MT200 Hydraulic disc
Shifters	Shimano Deore M4100
Derailleur	Shimano Deore M5120 SGS Shadow Plus
Wheels	Orbea OC1 29c Tubeless Ready
Tyres	Kenda K1153 2.35" 30TPI
Range	40km

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Merida eBIG.SEVEN 300 SE

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Description

Sporty ride or speedy commute: the perfect symbiosis of capable off-roader and reliable e-bike around town.

Highlights

Hydroformed Prolite 66 Triple Butted Aluminium frame
Shimano Steps E7000 crank driven system with 60Nm torque
Shimano MT-200 hydraulic disc brake system to inspire confidence and optimise bike control
low profile with durable protective cover designed to handle the rigors of off-road riding while clearing protruding roots and rocks
silky smooth power delivery

Key Features

Frame	eBig Nine Lite, Hydroformed Aluminium, Crossbar
Fork	Suntour XCM32 DS 100mm
Motor	Shimano Steps E7000
Battery	Shimano E8010 504Wh
Gears	9 Speed
Brakes	Shimano MT-200 Hydraulic Disc, RT10 Rotor 180mm
Shifters	Shimano Alivio M3100 9 Speed
Derailleur	Shimano Deore RDM592 9 Speed
Wheels	27.5" Merida Comp CC Rim x Shimano MT400-B Hubs
Tyres	Maxxis Ikon 27.5×2.2" Kevlar Bead
Range	50km

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Chakra Solo Helmet

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Description

The Chakra Solo punches well above its weight with its classic styling and comfortable fit. You’re never alone when you roll the Chakra Solo.

Highlights

Composite Fusion
Break Away Visor
Removable/Washable, Anti-Microbial Pads
Locking Buckle and Sliders
Dial Fit Closure System
WEIGHT: 292 g / 10.3 oz
CERTIFICATION: CPSC, EN 1078

Routes

Discover the popular walking and cycling routes in and around Huntly, Aberdeenshire.

Bike Safety Guide

Do I need to wear a helmet?

While it is not a legal requirement to wear a helmet when riding a bike in the UK, we insist that you do so. Wearing a helmet can significantly reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident and our insurance stipulates that helmets must be worn at all times while riding.

We provide helmets free of charge with all our rentals. The Highway Code - Rules for cyclists (59 to 82) will also help to keep you safe.

FAQs

How old do I need to be?

You can hire an eBike from us from 14 yrs old with a completed parental permission form until the age of 18.

What are the health benefits of riding an eBike?

Research has shown that cyclists have the fitness level of a person 10 years younger and are more likely to live an active life for longer. Using an eBike delivers a low impact form of exercise and can help you get and stay fitter.

How fit do I need to be?

The great thing about an eBike is that riders with different fitness levels can ride together. An eBike will allow you to travel with ease, go further, climb hills more easily and keep up with the crowd. Even if you do not cycle regularly, you can jump on an eBike and be surprised by how much distance and how much fun you can have.

Do I need to wear a helmet?

We provide helmets free of charge with all our rentals. The Highway Code - Rules for cyclists (59 to 82) will also help to keep you safe.

What happens if:

I get a puncture? When you have the safety briefing, we will give you our emergency contact details. If you have a puncture which you cannot repair, you can call us and we will try to get out to you with a replacement bike if we can. However it is your responsibility to return the bike to us.

I run out of battery? It is not good for the battery to completely run out of power and it may damage the battery. If you run the eBike in high power all the time there is a chance you could run out, so always keep an eye on the battery gauge. If you run out of battery, your eBike can still be pedalled like a normal bike.

If you experience any problems with the eBike during your rental, please contact us as soon as possible. We will do our best to resolve the issue as quickly as possible, either by repairing the bike or providing a replacement if necessary. Our priority is to ensure that you have a safe and enjoyable ride.