Packrafts and Electric Bikes for hire at Moffat Independent Hostel

Day rates from £30 for packrafts and £40 for electric bikes

Explore more of the Southern Uplands by renting one of our packrafts or electric bikes! Our packrafts are perfect for taking to Loch of the Lowes for leisurely paddling. If you are feeling more adventurous it is also possible to pack a packraft into your rucksack and head up to Loch Skeen. We are able to provide other route suggestions for the more experienced paddler that take in grade I/II rivers, or involve multiday hikes and paddles. We provide personal flotation devices, paddles, and all other necessary equipment as part of your hire.

 

All our electric bikes have fat tyres and can cope with the local forest tracks. It's possible to cycle direct from the hostel to take on stretches of the Southern Upland Way, the Romans and Reivers route, or an excursion to the Kagyu Samye Ling Monastery and Tibetan Centre in Eskdalemuir. If you want to travel slightly further afield to the Seven Stanes Mountain Bike Centre in Ae, note that most of our bikes are foldable so will fit into the boot of a large car (if you don't have the benefit of a bike rack).

 

Rates: Day rates (8 hours) for our guests start at £30 for packrafts and £40 for electric bikes. Day rates for non residents start from £40 for packrafts and £50 for electric bikes. See our current range of available bikes and rafts below, and contact [email protected] in order make an enquiry or a booking. If you are interested in 24 hour or longer rental periods please get in touch to discuss options.

 

Packrafts for Hire

Rugged inflatable boats that can be packed in a rucksack

Kokopelli Twain - 2 Person Packraft

 

  • The Kokopelli Twain is ideal for flat water paddling, with enough space to take two paddlers, a picnic, and camping gear!
  • 840d DuPontTM Kevlar® Aramid-Nylon Blend reinforced floor system, Leafield D7 valves, a dual chambered design for added security and rigidity on the water, and a removable tracking fin.
  • Load capacity 250KG
  • At 6.2kg the Twain packs down to the size of a two man tent and can be carried in or strapped to a rucksack - allowing you to hike and paddle during the same adventure!
  • Included is almost everything you need for a day on the water: Manual pump and Inflation Tube, 2x Compression Strap Sets, 2x EVA Backbands, 2x Inflatable Seats, 2 x PFDs, and 2 x 220cm paddles.

Day rental (8 hours): £40 (guest rate) £50 (non-resident rate)

 

Kokopelli XPD

 

  • The Kokopelli XPD is tough and durable one-person packraft, constructed with 1000d Reinforced PVC.
  • The packraft can take a total weight of 136 KG
  • The packraft is supplied with a choice of manual pump and/or inflation bag, a 4 piece paddle, an inflatable seat, PFD, and a 100 litre river bag for storage.
  • This packraft weights 6.4 kilos and  is ideal for taking directly to the water in the back of your car, although it can be packed into an 80 litre+ rucksack

Day rental (8 hours): £35 (guest rate) £45 (non-resident rate)

Kokopelli Rogue Lite

 

  • The award-winning Rogue-Lite is Kokopelli’s most versatile, minimalist packraft. With a packed weight of just 2.5kg this is the packraft to choose if you want to hike and paddle during the same adventure!
  • Constructed with 200DuPont™ Kevlar® Aramid-Nylon Blend reinforced floor system to provide extra durability
  • At 2.5kg the Rogue-Lite packs down to fit comfortably into a 35lite pack
  • Included is almost everything you need for a day on the water: Manual pump and Inflation Tube, 1x Inflatable Seat, 1x PFD, and 1 x 220cm paddle.

Day rental (8 hours): £35 (guest rate) £45 (non-resident rate)

Electric Bikes for Hire

Electric fat tyre bikes capable of handling our local trails

Cyrusher Bandit Fat Tyre Electric Mountain Bike

 

  • Suitable for adult riders between 5 foot 9 (175cm) and 6 foot 5 (195cm).  The Cyrusher Bandit folding electric mountain bike can be used as a traditional pedal bike, but also has powered pedal-assist and throttle modes to allow you to cover more ground with ease!
  • 26" x 4.0" mountain-style fat tires provide better grip, even in sand or snow.
  • The Shimano 9 gears freewheel means you can shift to a larger cog for uphill riding and downshift to a smaller cog at high speeds.
  • Front and rear suspension to give an exceptionally comfortable ride across even rugged terrain.
  • Stop quickly with large 180mm dual hydraulic disc brakes, with automatic motor cut off for added safety.
  • The Cyrusher Bandit has a range of up to 60 miles per charge when used on pedal assist mode

 

Day rental (8 hours) £60 (guest rate) £75 (non-resident rate). Helmets are not provided for hire but should be worn by all riders.

Hygge Vesper Pro Electric  Fat Tyre Bike

Details to follow shortly

Day rental (8 hours) £55 (guest rate) £70 (non-resident rate). Helmets are not provided for hire but should be worn by all riders.

Hygge Step Electric  Fat Tyre Bike

Details to follow shortly

Day rental (8 hours) £50 (guest rate) £65 (non-resident rate). Helmets are not provided for hire but should be worn by all riders.