Person in a wheelchair biking on a dirt trail in a forested area, wearing a blue helmet, sunglasses, and a dark jacket.
Cyclist with a child riding a red trailer on a gravel path through a scenic, hilly landscape with trees and autumn-colored foliage.
Four people outdoors with a stone structure, two wearing helmets, one in a wheelchair, smiling on a cloudy day with mountains in the background.
People in outdoor gear with helmets, some in wheelchairs, gathered in a forested area near a lake, preparing for a trail ride.
Three women enjoying a trail ride in a lush green forest. One woman is riding a mountain bike, while two women are riding off-road adaptive bikes, all wearing helmets and sunglasses.
A woman sitting on a tree stump outdoors, eating ice cream and smiling, near a metal fence and tall plants, with trees in the background.
Three individuals enjoying outdoor activities on a dirt trail surrounded by trees and greenery. The man in the front is using a wheelchair, wearing a blue shirt, helmet, and sunglasses, while behind him a person pedals a bicycle, and another person r
An older man with a gray beard riding a special adaptive tricycle with a hand pedal system on a dirt path in a wooded area, wearing a bright yellow-green shirt and helmet.
Two men in helmets and bright jackets sitting on recumbent trikes on a gravel trail with puddles, overlooking a landscape of forests and hills under a cloudy sky.
A group of mountain bikers, some with riding helmets, taking a break outside a rustic wooden building in a mountainous area on a sunny day.
Three people on mountain biking trail in green hillside landscape. One woman taking selfie, two men smiling with bikes, wearing helmets and mountain biking gear.
A scenic view of a mountain landscape with a lake, green hills, and a partly cloudy sky
A person riding a handcycle on a nature trail surrounded by trees and greenery, with a few other cyclists in the background on a sunny day.
Three men on a rocky mountain trail, two wearing helmets and red shirts, one sitting on a recumbent bike and the other standing with hands on hips, a third man riding a bike in the background.
A woman in a teal shirt kneels and talks to two men in wheelchairs. One man has gray hair and a beard, the other has short brown hair and glasses. They are in an indoor setting with bicycles in the background.
Group of people with adaptive bikes, including handcycles, on a trail in a forested mountainous area, listening to a guide.
Three individuals in handcycles relaxing near a lake, surrounded by trees and hills, with partly cloudy skies overhead.
A baby goat with black and white fur lying on grass in a sunny outdoor setting, with a wooden fence and some greenery in the background.
Three men wearing biking helmets and sunglasses taking a selfie with mountain bikes on a trail surrounded by greenery and forest.
Two mountain bikers riding on a rocky trail through green mountainous terrain under a partly cloudy sky.
A person in sunglasses and a helmet rides a mountain bike on a gravel trail through a wooded area, kicking up dust.
A person on a handcycle on a forest trail, wearing a helmet, sunglasses, and a blue shirt with plaid sleeves.
A person riding a mountain bike on a trail in a mountainous area with green hills and a blue sky with clouds.
Two people biking on a forest trail under a clear blue sky, surrounded by green trees.
Group of six people, including two with disabilities using handcycles, on a dirt trail in a scenic outdoor setting with green trees and hills, wearing helmets and cycling gear, engaged in a cycling activity.
A man wearing a helmet and glasses riding a recumbent tricycle on a gravel path in a rural area with grass and trees in the background.
Multiple individuals in off-road wheelchairs trail riding through a forested area with green trees and dirt path.
A person wearing a blue helmet and black cycling gear sitting on a blue adaptive mountain bike with three wheels, resting on a dirt trail. There is another bicycle lying on the ground nearby.
Three people riding bikes and a recumbent tricycle on a dirt trail in a forested area with green trees and hills in the background.
Two men are engaged in conversation outdoors near a building with large windows. One man with glasses, wearing a cycling jersey and shorts, stands holding a cloth. The other man, wearing sunglasses and a blue jacket with a black vest, is seated in a
Smiling woman wearing a helmet and a colorful galaxy-themed shirt riding a motorized wheelchair outdoors on a grassy field.
Smiling person in bright yellow rain gear and a bicycle helmet, sitting on a red fat-tire bike in a lush, green, wooded area after a muddy ride.
A woman with sunglasses and a helmet riding a red recumbent tricycle with a pirate flag, on a gravel path through a forested area with mountains in the distance. A man with a backpack and helmet riding a bicycle is ahead on the trail.
Four people in wheelchairs sitting outdoors on a green field, facing away from the camera, with picnic tables and a scenic landscape with water and hills in the background.
A man wearing a red bike helmet, gray jacket, and gloves, smiling while sitting on a bicycle on a grassy trail, holding an ice cream cone, with hills and blue sky in the background.
A person in a blue shirt and helmet riding a mountain bike across a wooden footbridge in a forest.
Two women in wheelchairs outdoors on a gravel path, smiling with a house in the background under a blue sky with some clouds and a jet trail.
Group of four people having a conversation outdoors near bicycles. One man with a beard and wheelchair wears a yellow helmet and vest, sitting next to his bike. The others, two men and one woman, are standing and listening, dressed in outdoor gear. T
An older man and a young girl wearing helmets and outdoor clothing are examining a motorcycle together outdoors.
A man wearing a helmet and bike gear inside a metal trailer, smiling at the camera, with a mountain bike attached outside.
Two cyclists riding on a dirt trail on a hill under a bright blue sky with clouds.
Two cyclists riding handcycles along a scenic mountain road beside a lake, with trees in autumn foliage, distant mountains, and a partly cloudy sky.
Group of mountain bikers resting on a forested hilltop with a valley and mountains in the background.
Group of people with mobility impairments on handcycles and e-bikes, wearing helmets and outdoor gear, posing on a sandy beach near a body of water during cloudy weather, pointing and smiling.
A woman in a wheelchair with a helmet, smiling and petting a small goat on the head. There are people sitting on benches in the background and a person standing nearby, all outdoors on grassy ground.
A woman with braided hair, wearing a helmet and a colorful jacket, taking a selfie with a goat nuzzling her head outdoors on a sunny day.
Group of five people sitting at an outdoor table with coffee, tea, and pastries during daytime, with trees and a gravel area in the background.
Three men riding mountain bikes on a forest trail, with trees and greenery surrounding them.
Four people in cycling wheelchairs posing on a gravel path in front of a castle surrounded by greenery and flowers.
A group of six people in wheelchairs and two standing, wearing helmets and sportswear, posing in front of the Kelpies sculptures in Scotland on a partly cloudy day.
Three individuals in recumbent tricycles cycling along a forest trail beside a body of water, surrounded by tall trees with green foliage and a partly cloudy sky.

Adaptive Cycling Adventures

on Scotland’s Wild Trails.

At Adaptive Riders Collective, we believe the outdoors should be for everyone. We empower people with physical disabilities to experience the freedom, joy, and connection that come from being out in nature—gaining not only physical and mental health benefits, but also a strong sense of community along the way.

Find out more about Adaptive Riders Collective
Two women with handcycles outdoors on a sunny day, smiling, with a stone house and hills in the background.

A welcoming community where adaptive riders gather each week to learn, connect, and enjoy the freedom of riding together.

Weekly Sessions

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Four people in handcycles, wearing helmets and sunglasses, sitting in front of a castle with a gravel path leading to it, surrounded by greenery and flowers.

Weekend Rides

Inclusive weekend adventures where riders of all abilities come together to discover new routes and ride as one community

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Person in a blue jacket and helmet riding a specialized electric wheelchair-adapted bike on a gravel trail, holding a map.

Consultancy and Partnership Work

ARC partners with organisations to create truly inclusive riding spaces—offering consultancy, training, and support shaped by real adaptive-rider experience

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Three Wheel Drive Film Trailer

Three Wheel Drive (2023) is an inspiring documentary following off-road adaptive cyclists Caroline, John, and Neil as they embark on an ambitious bothy trip in the Scottish Highlands, supported by their friends Rosie and Earl. For many people with physical disabilities, even imagining a journey into such remote terrain involves navigating a host of barriers—making this adventure both bold and hard-won from the very start.

At its heart, the film aims to show that adventure is achievable for everyone with the right planning, support, and mindset. It doesn’t have to be a grand expedition or a dramatic feat designed to inspire non-disabled people; sometimes the most powerful experiences come from the simple pleasures of spending a weekend outdoors, sharing a journey, and reaching places once thought inaccessible.

The film highlights the genuine challenges of accessing remote environments with complex physical needs, showing how determination, teamwork, and thoughtful preparation can open doors to experiences often presumed out of reach. Along the way, the riders tackle tough terrain, physical barriers, and personal fears—yet each discovers something deeply meaningful. Caroline reaches places she never thought she could, reconnecting with the Highlands after more than two decades. John rediscovers the exhilaration of adventure, with moments where the joy of the hills lifts him beyond the pain of life after his cycling accident. And Neil embraces a cycling experience that takes him to destinations he once believed were forever closed off to him.

Three Wheel Drive ultimately celebrates what becomes possible when barriers are challenged, support is shared, and adventure is reframed as something that everyone can enjoy—often closer to home, and far more simply, than we might think.

Three Wheel Drive Film

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“Since my "come and try" with ARC a couple of years ago I now find that I can cycle 20+ miles when I can hardly walk 20 yards. This has  allowed me independent countryside access as well as enjoying many supported outings with other adaptive cyclists with a great group of people”

— Jack