cranks
OUR TEAM, OUR STORY
Mountain Cranks is a team of professionals composed of 2 guides who speak excellent English and Spanish. Our guides are accustomed to being around an international crowd and we assure our clients a terrific time.
We believe in QUALITY OF SERVICE as the strongest point of Mountain Cranks to promote itself and keep its clients happy. That being said, we aim to become the benchmark for QUALITY OF SERVICE when it comes to Mountain bike adventures and active tourism.
We offer guided mountain bike adventure tours, bike and gear rental with transport in Madrid, Spain. Please check out our Services section for more details!
Where
Monte de El Pardo, Madrid
Groups
Up to a maximum of 6 people
Pick-up point
Pick-up and drop-off service provided within the city of Madrid*
Service may vary due to pandemic.
Time
Start time can be any time from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (subject to weather conditions and availability)
Who can do it
Families, groups, couples and individuals age 13 and up
Duration
Approximately 4 hours (including pick-up and drop-off)
What Can We Offer for You
Hop on one of our mountain bikes and explore one of the best-preserved Mediterranean forests in Europe located only 20 minutes north of the city center of Madrid. Cycle up and down vast rolling hills lined with rugged trails zig-zagging between trees on our guided mountain biking tour. Discover amazing views of the countryside and the emblematic towers of Madrid in the distance. We provide the bikes and the gear you’ll need to enjoy this adventure.
We are flexible and dedicated to providing a personalized experience according to your needs. Come in your active wear and we’ll take care of the rest!
The Mountain Cranks Adventure Tour
Bike Rentals
Dual Suspension with hydraulic brakes
Protection Gear
Gloves, Safety glasses, Seat cushion, Helmet, Elbow and Knee pads
Transport
By request, no extra cost (must be within Madrid city center limits)
Tour Guide
Our tour guides are certified by the Federation
Souvenirs
Photos, videos and detailed statistics of the ride
Easy Trails (E)
- Wide trails with sufficient space for recovery and confidence
- Minimal Rocks, Ruts, Roots and Drops
- Average elevation gain for every 20 kms is 100-200 meters
- Stress free with scenic views and normally close to roads for easy exits and quick help or rescue in case of accidents or fatigue
Moderate Trails (M)
- Wide trailIncrease in narrow roads and single track trailss with sufficient space for recovery and confidence
- Increase in obstacles such as Rocks, Ruts, Roots and Drops
- Average elevation gain for every 20 kms is 300-400 meters
- More challenging climbs and fun descents.
- Frequently deeper in the hills with more nature but also further from exit points and roads.
Advanced Trails (A)
- Mostly single track, narrow trails, on hill crests and cliff sides
- Mostly full of obstacles like thick bushes, rocks, roots, ruts and big drops
- Average elevation gain for every 20 kms is 400+ meters
- Steeper climbs and higher speeds
- Requires a better than average skill, technique, and physical fitness to sort out trails safely