For your athletically inclined and outdoorsy clients, Malibu Mountain Bikers (MMB) guides groups of up to 10 through a version of Malibu that most people never see.
You’ll meet at Zuma Ridge Trailhead near Zuma Beach, and with the help of an electric mountain bike, earn some spectacularly beautiful views on a 2-2.5 hour ride.
MMB uses top-of-the-line ebikes ($7-9K each), and is the preferred mountain biking outfit for The Four Seasons in Westlake Village and the Nobu Hotel Ryokan Malibu.
I spoke with Craig Stover, the owner and main guide, who slugged it out with us in the corporate world for decades before starting MMB to lean into his love of mountain biking.
Unlike most experience vendors, Craig’s background means he understands the dynamics of client entertainment, and has designed MMB to make the most of it.
Basics:
Where: Above Zuma Beach, Malibu (meet at trailhead)
Duration: 2–2.5 hours (can be adjusted)
When: Available 7 days a week and any time of day. Must start no later than 3 hours before sunset.
Group size: Up to 10
Cost and Reservations:
$195-350 depending on the size of the group and number of guides needed.
Reserve 4-6 weeks out
Basic bike proficiency required
Food/Drinks Nearby: Since you’ll likely be a bit fried from the ride, here’s some spots that are fairly quick and casual with easy parking.
Ride the health kick and get a smoothie and acai bowl at SunLife Organics at their Malibu Country Mart or Point Dume Village locations. ($-$$)
Malibu Seafood ($$) for a classic outdoor roadside seafood shack
Malibu Country Mart has a wide array of strong dining options based on what you need.
Legal:
Malibu Mountain Bikers has a commercial use permit to lead groups into the Santa Monica Mountains
Fully licensed with insurance that covers all attendees
Links to send your client:
The website itself has a great collection of photos that do a nice job of firing up the FOMO.
Contact:
Email: [email protected]
Phone (call or text, goes directly to Craig): 805.660.2715
Added Value: One of my many goals with MeetWell is to help buyers and sellers accomplish a few things at once. In this case that means checking off a bucket list LA experience, getting some fresh air and exercise, and an unforgettable client experience. Only thing you need now is an oceanfront mansion in Malibu to do it more often.
