American Flyer
Andy Hampsten and the Passo di Gavia American Flyers In 1985, 23 year-old American cyclist Andy Hampsten won stage 20 of the Giro d’Italia. He... Read More
The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails.
60 miles in 2 hours and 6 minutes; I had never ridden my bike so fast for so long and I probably never will again.... Read More
Scot from Skinny Tyres reflects on a life of cycling
It sometimes surprises me how much cycling has been part of my life. Although it is my “day job”, it has always been a passion,... Read More
The Snow Roads Audax
The Snow Roads Audax A challenging ride on the snow roads of Angus Audacious – adjective extremely bold or daring; recklessly brave; fearless: an audacious explorer Join Skinny Tyres on a supported cycling... Read More
Cycle The Hebridean Way in 2024
The Hebridean Way on the Outer Hebrides is unlike any other bike ride in the UK, quite possibly Europe. From Vatersay in the south to Lewis in the north, you will ride over 10 islands, linked by causeways and ferries covering nearly 200 miles. You can ride this amazing route in 2024 supported along the way by Skinny Tyres. Read on to find out more about our trip to these islands
Cycling in the Outer Hebrides
Where land meets the ocean at the fringe of Europe. ... Read More
Cycling the Hebridean Way
Four days riding the NCN 780 Day 1: Vatersay to Benbecula Vatersay The cycling adventure starts the morning after our arrival on Barra with a... Read More
What a year 2018 has been.
From riding with Zoe Ball and Greg James to cycling through the Channel Tunnel 2018 has been an amazing year. 2018 has been an incredible... Read More
There is snow excuse for not riding your bike
Sometimes it can be difficult to motivate yourself to get out on your bike, but when you do, these times are often the best rides... Read More
Get in the Zone with your Cycle Training
A recent study at Stirling University has investigated how training intensity can have measurable effects on performance, and the results may not be what you... Read More
