Cateran Ecomuseum

The Dexshell Cateran Dirt Dash, a co-operation with Dirt Dash Ltd, is a self-supported bikepacking event over two days, taking you around the dramatic scenery in the Cateran Ecomuseum. It is the perfect way to experience the rugged beauty of Scotland’s only museum without walls. This event has a shorter route than the Dashes in Dorset and Dunoon; it’s the perfect introduction to bikepacking in Scotland.

Join us for a cycling event and a fun and inclusive weekend in a great natural environment. The Dexshell Cateran Dirt Dash bikepacking event takes you in two days through the stunning surroundings of the Cairngorms National Park to enjoy the dramatic scenery in the Cateran Ecomuseum. It’s the perfect way to experience the rugged beauty of Scotland’s only museum without walls. This event has a shorter route than the Dashes in Yorkshire and Dunoon; it’s the perfect introduction to bikepacking in Scotland.

Entries £90/£95 available at dirtdash.cc/cateran/

Feedback from participants

‘It was my first gravel bikepacking event. It was such a great experience and achievement. I’m looking forward to doing more now.’

‘I had a superb time on the Cateran Dash! My first visit to the Ecomuseum and I would like to go back. The event was well organised and very friendly. Great food for dinner and breakfast. Well done to all those organising it!’

‘This was my first organised bike packing event and I thought it was absolutely wonderful, perfectly organised and very enjoyable overall.’