Scenic Malibu Overlook Electric Bike Tour for Beginners
Overview
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2 hours
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Join us on this unique electric mountain biking experience and explore the beautiful mountains of Malibu on the most premium mountain bikes available on the market (Husqvarna, Specialized). Backbone Trail offers a very diverse trail experience that consists of a smooth fire road that makes it easy for riders of all levels (no experience necessary). You’ll come across views of Malibu’s remarkable mountain ranges, rock formations, and stunning ocean views that give way to Catalina Island and the Palos Verdes Peninsula. This adventure will give you a whole new perspective on what Southern California has to offer.
Type of Riding: Smooth, flowy fire-road with optional singletrack.
What’s Included?
Your choice of premium electric mountain bike: Specialized Kenevo Expert, Husqvarna Extreme Cross-10
Full gear included: 7IDP knee and elbow protection, gloves, and eyewear.
Tours operate Rain or Shine
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Backbone Trail
Join us on this unique electric mountain biking experience and explore the beautiful mountains of Malibu on the most premium mountain bikes available on the market (Ducati,Husqvarna,Specialized). Type of Riding: Smooth flowy fire-road with optional single track. What's Included? Your choice of Premium electric Mountain bike: Ducati Limited Edition TK-01RR, Specialized Kenevo Expert, Husqvarna Extreme Cross-10, Haibike 8.0 Downhill, Haibike 2.0, and Haibike 6.0. Full Gear included: Troylee Designs knee and elbow protection, gloves, and eye wear. Stop At: • Backbone Trail, Malibu, CA
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Scenic Malibu Overlook Electric Bike Tour for Beginners
What‘s Included
2025 Ducati/Husqvarna/Specialized/ electric mountain bike, helmet, and protective pads.
Certified Mountain bike Instructor
Full Premium mountain bike gear, helmet, and eyewear
snacks
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
82 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Really fun and beautiful...
Ron H,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really fun and beautiful - riding the ridge of some of the hills overlooking Malibu and the ocean and then looking back toward the inland towns and mountains. The Electric Mountain bikes were excellent and made the ride so enjoyable and kept it exciting
Epic views - awesome ride!
William B,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome experience and great instruction - tons of fun and beautiful views! Our beginner friends quickly overcame their fears and it was a highlight of their trip!
A good time had by all
Jason W,Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jason’s equipment and teaching on how to use the equipment was friendly, thorough and excellent. He was patient and careful to make sure we were comfortable. The ride itself was scenic and made easy with the electronic bikes. Since the pathway was an unpaved fire road, Jason was sure to make sure we knew what to expect around every turn since my wife is a beginner biker. The fire road may be a little intimidating to a TRUE beginner. Otherwise, it is very doable with Jason coaching and encouragement. My wife indicated she had a great time, saw areas of the Malibu hills she would have never seen with just hiking, and would do the excursion again. Jason is knowledgeable about the area and keeps you entertained with stories. Overall, this was a great experience.
Malibu scenic e-bike tour.
A9066FVmichaelb,Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a blast with Jason during our scenic Malibu e-bike experience. We have teenagers and they both loved it. Canyon views were incredible.
Family mountain bike adventure
Brian P,Jan 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was amazing!!! Jason took us to an alternate location due to high wind and it was breathtaking!!! Highly recommend!!
Malibu Adventure
silenak2020,Jan 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were looking for something fun to do in Malibu and came across this amazing mountain bike adventure. Jason was very focused on keeping us safe and ensuring we had a great experience. The trails are awesome and the views are unbelievable. Would for sure repeat this ride if we were in the area again. Cannot recommend it enough!
Unexpected Fun!
Molly P,Dec 5, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Such a fun day riding around in the hills of Malibu. Our tour guide was great! It’s kinda rugged, not for the weak. Fun day!
Great hiking adventure
Edler C,Sep 3, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Jason was fantastic. It was a great tour guide and help us to have a lot of fun. Can you exactly where to take us and sound hidden places that we would’ve never found on our own
A great first experience
a g,Aug 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Super fun if you're any kind of adrenaline junkie. I was sure I would eat dirt, but got lucky. Jason taught me and my friend how to e-mountain-bike on this trail. In 2 hours. Going at 2 different speeds and each having our own growth opportunities/f-ups. That's pretty amazing! I could barely ride at first, but by the end of the trip I felt confident on the bike and the trail. I thought it would be like a flat fire road with few elevation gains or drops, but it's steep enough that if you don't pick up a decent momentum on the way down, the back tire skids; and if you can't do a couple things at once, you might stall up the big hill. The first leg of the trail is great practice because its on the road. You basically gotta do 3 things: change gears and your seat height when changing elevation, and apply a different pressure to 2 brakes. Jason coached us how to proceed through every curve and hill, stopped for frequent breaks, set the gears when larger changes coming up, brought water, had eyes on the back of his head, and was always a shout away. No idea how he does it.
Amazing Experience!
Selma W,Aug 24, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Jason was an amazing guide for our first mountain bike adventure. We were celebrating my husband's 70th birthday and it was perfect. The views were breathtaking. Jason was such a great teacher and so patient with us. And his dog joining us was the best. We can't wait for the next adventure!
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