Hi all
Looking to gain one or both qualifications, as in a previous post I’m looking to start up mtb bike tours around my local area, what qualification would I need to guide?????

Hi Rob,

The TCL and MBL awards are part of a progression, you must gain your TCL before you can start on the MBL.

The MBL has a much higher standard of technical riding at assessment, but in practical terms the main difference in the awards is the “remoteness” of the terrain you’re allowed to lead in.

TCL – must be within 30mins WALK (by standard Naismith’s rule) of a road or shelter with fixed phone.

MBL – anywhere

If you want to guide good riders, you should really have MBL even just to confirm to yourself that your riding is at the right level. I think almost anyone would get some benefit to their riding out of the course as well as the leadership/teaching skills etc.

Stevo