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Maintaining and developing the trail network in Aberdeenshire through a range of partnerships and volunteer engagement.

28/05/2026

We are excited to showcase the recent work on the much loved Machiatto trail at Pitfichie.

This major revamp has improved the ride experience delivering more flow while retaining the classic “rugged” technical feel of this popular trail that’s been evolving under our stewardship since 2018.

A huge shoutout to Mark who brought his trail building skills and previous experience as an ATA committee member to the job and delivered exactly what was needed.

This project wouldn’t have been possible without permission from our partners , generous donations from the @20.twenty.store series, our Trail Karma supporters and the sustained efforts of a dedicated community. Thanks to all who made it happen!

If you’d like to see more projects like this please like, follow, get involved in dig days or if you can make a donation or buy some merch!

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16/05/2026

Absolutely fantastic morning post and pre trail maintenance session on the original DH at Pitfichie as part of Take Care of Your Trails.

Work was carried out on every section of the trail - from the climb, the granite upper sections, through the woods and into the open finish.

Great to have organisers and racers from on trail, a massive young crew from , committee members from (thanks for the generous donation 👊), some of the north east team, ambassadors from , and a crew of our regular volunteers giving this loved track some TLC!

We also had the pleasure of a few of the Monymusk Community Council coming along to hear more about what we do AND in the village for refuelling 🍕 for everyone’s various afternoon adventures!

11/05/2026

As the dust settles we can reflect on an amazing weekend hosting Round 2 of the @20.twenty.store series 2026 at Pitfichie here in Aberdeenshire.

Thanks to all the fantastic volunteers, local businesses and event crews from several race organisations that helped get the trails in such mega shape - it was epic!

A massive shout out also to our amazing local businesses and vendors who attended with products, exhibits and crew and to the extended local support from landowners and local community.

Finally a massive shout out to all the riders - it was a mega mix of locals and riders from further afield covering all categories which was fantastic to see! We’ve loved seeing our trails being enjoyed and the mega coverage online!

See you all next time!

07/05/2026

Another cracking night as part of our May Take Care of your Trails activity.

We had a great group out in Pitfichie working alongside the team from on one of the regions standout trails, Pitfichie Original Downhill. Some supervision and line testing from and to make sure it was all running sweet too!

Loads more digs coming up if you want to get involved with ATA and also still time to get signed up to race or marshal with if you fancy it!

02/05/2026

What an awesome volunteer session with our squad working on Avocado at Pitfichie today! 💪

A huge effort to get the entrance to the trail in place, get some sweet turns shaped in and improve some sight lines. Scroll ➡️ to see the results!

Lots more opportunities to get involved this month as part of Take Care of Your Trails and throughout the year across the region. Get in touch if you fancy it! 🪏🪏🪏

01/05/2026

Tomorrow we kick off our first season as part of the Take Care of Your Trails campaign at Pitfichie on Avocado! If you’re looking to get some lines dialled ahead of and spot the trail signage or High Viz make sure you slow down for our crew!

Machiatto is also still closed while work their magic so please stay off it for now!

Looking like an amazing month for biking in Aberdeenshire and there’s also lots of opportunities off the bike - if you want to get involved in our sessions check out our website for more dig days, take the chance to attend a maintenance session at or maybe even volunteer at or ?

30/04/2026

It’s been great to have some many folk out on the tools giving back to the trails in recent weeks.

Last weekend our Drumtochty trail lead Patrick had a group of volunteers and some of the team from out for a fantastic session improving trail surfacing, drainage and some long term sustainability work! Looking forward to more of this as we all gear up for a busy year!

With a busy calendar of digs and events coming up keep your eyes peeled for our teams out on the trails across the region!

Thanks to all the volunteers who’ve lent a hand, riders who’ve stopped to chat and thank the trail teams, to the individuals and business supporters who’ve made donations.

If you want to get involved keep an eye on our channels or drop us a DM.

26/04/2026

Temporary Trail Closure Notice.

Macchiato at Pitfichie will be closed from 08:00 Monday 27th April for 2 weeks while it gets some TLC from Mark

Please respect the closure while work is ongoing and look out for progress updates on our channels!

Please also keep an eye out for our volunteer crews working alongside the teams from
and .caledonia preparing for their events across the region in the coming weeks and months and as we get involved in the Take Care of Your Trails program.

Thanks to Forestry and Land Scotland, local land managers, our many business and event supporters and our passionate volunteers for all their efforts.

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📸 .grew
📍 Pitfichie

29/03/2026

It’s not always about the bikes you know!

The ATA has been involved in several conservation and forestry access projects over the years, and we continue to do so to this day.

Whether its drainage on an access path at Kirkhill, Conservation projects at Balmoral, Tree clearance at Birse or chopping back Gorse on a path at Pitfichie, getting involved in projects like this can only be a good thing for all forestry users going forward. 👍

21/03/2026

We had a small team out at Pitfichie on the DH side today clearing the gorse.

A mega effort we think you’ll agree!

Our next public dig day at Pitfichie is in April. If you’d like to get involved, check out our events page on the website - Link in Bio. 👊

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