February 27 2026
Saracen Shred Sessions 2026 bike demo event at UK bike park
What Are Saracen Shred Sessions?
Saracen Shred Sessions are free bike demo events where riders can test the complete Saracen mountain bike range at UK bike parks and trail centres. The 2026 Shred Sessions Demo Tour brings Saracen's downhill, enduro, trail, e-bike, and youth bikes to real-world riding environments.
2026 Shred Sessions: Key Information
What's Included:
- Free test rides on Saracen Myst (downhill), Ariel (enduro/trail), e-bikes, and youth bikes
- Professional bike setup and suspension tuning support
- Expert advice from experienced Saracen staff
- Meet Saracen ambassadors at selected events: Jono Jones, Becci Skelton, Dan Bateson, Lucy Downs, and Adam Brayton
- No booking required - just turn up and ride
2026 Shred Sessions Tour Dates & Locations
Confirmed UK Bike Park Dates:
- 7th March 2026 - Caersws Bike Park, Mid Wales
- 14th March 2026 - The Gap, Dublin, Ireland
- 11th April 2026 - Rogate Bike Park, West Sussex
- 2nd May 2026 - Antur Stiniog, North Wales
MTB Festival Appearances:
- Wicklow MTB Festival - May 8-10, 2026, Ireland
- Loudenvielle World Cup Festival - May 28-31, 2026, France
- Malvern's Classic - August 20-23, 2026, Worcestershire
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Can't Attend a Shred Session? Year-Round Bike Hire Available
Saracen bikes are available for hire at premium UK and Ireland bike centres:
UK Hire Centres:
- Antur Stiniog - North Wales downhill bike park
- Caersws Bike Park - Mid Wales trail centre
- Nevis Range - Fort William, Scotland
- Bike Ranch Snowdonia - North Wales
Ireland Hire Centres:
- Expert Cycles - Dublin
- Cycleology - Ireland
Contact centres directly to check Saracen bike availability and book your rental.
Why Attend a Saracen Shred Session?
- Test Before You Buy - Ride Saracen bikes on real trails, not car parks
- Expert Bike Setup - Get professional suspension tuning and sizing advice
- Meet Pro Riders - Ride with Saracen ambassadors at select events
- Free Event - No cost to attend or test bikes
- Real Trail Conditions - Experience bikes on downhill tracks, flow trails, and technical descents
Which Saracen Bikes Can You Test?
- Myst Series - Downhill race bikes (200mm travel)
- Ariel 80 Series - Enduro/park bikes (170-180mm travel)
- Ariel 60 Series - All-mountain/enduro bikes (150-160mm travel)
- Ariel 30 Series - Trail bikes (130-140mm travel)
- Ariel 50E Series - Electric mountain bikes (e-MTB)
- Ariel Junior - Youth mountain bikes
- Mantra Series - Hardtail trail bikes
How to Book Your Shred Session
Visit the Saracen Demo & Events Page to see the latest tour dates and book your spot.
Stay Updated on Shred Sessions
- Instagram: @SaracenBikes
- Facebook: facebook.com/SaracenBikes
