Freezing temperatures, 17 hours of darkness, miles upon miles of grueling terrain. Welcome to the Strathpuffer 24! The Fort William Foxes took on the legendary Strathpuffer 24 this January. The race is simple, do as many laps as you can in 24hrs. Easy stuff right… WRONG! In 2 teams of 4, the Foxes took on …
Explore the mountain biking trails at Nevis Range with Off Beat Bikes. Nevis Range’s Blue Steel, the lower section of Blue Doon – the longest blue trail in the UK. Filmed by our Cheif Mechanic Tim Green. Ride Nevis Range Fort William is the heart of mountain biking in Scotland famed for World Cups in …
E-bike Loan Information The E-bike Loan is funded by Transport Scotland and can help you purchase a new electric bike, including cargo and adapted cycles. Previous Next E-bikes are the future of sustainable travel enabling more people than ever to get out and enjoy life by bike! With industry leading brands developing E-bikes fit for …
Come and enjoy shopping at Off Beat Bikes this Festive Season! December 2022 Tuesday 20th December 10am to 5pm Wednesday 21st December 10am to 5pm Thursday 22nd December 10am to 5pm Friday 23rd December 10am to 5pm Saturday 24th December 10am to 3pm Sunday 25th CHRISTMAS DAY CLOSED Monday 26th BOXING DAY CLOSED Tuesday 27th …
All the official merchandise is available from our shop or from our stall at the weekend at Nevis Range. The costs are: Tee shirts are £25 Hoodies are £50 Get your official merchandise for the Fort William Mountain Bike World Cup 2022 from Off Beat Bikes. there’s a shop on the High Street, Fort William …
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In 2022 we have chosen some great local riders to support for the season. They are all passionate about biking. They are role models that encourage and exemplify the fun, sportsmanship, and dedication and are unpretentious both on and off the bike. Their enthusiasm for a biking lifestyle is contagious and is a driving force …
If you are considering having some fun and splashing out on an electric bike, we have some great full-suspension electric bikes. We are having a test day so you can come and try one! Pop by the shop to an ebike one in the flesh! Book a test ride – email us on info@offbeatbikes.co.uk To …
We are currently recruiting for a Sales Assistant/Bike Hire Assistant for the 2022 season to work 5 days per week (Tuesday to Saturday). Summary of Sales Assistant/Bike Hire Assistant Position: Reporting to the Shop Manager the Sales Assistant/Bike Hire Assistant is involved in all aspects of the shop floor including serving customers and managing stock. …
A weekend adventure on the gravel bikes in February was top fun. This route included a large section of the North Coast 500 and was surprisingly quiet for cycling (maybe as it was a bit wet and windy!) This 90 mile route makes a fantastic overnight trip showing some fantastic scenery typical of the North …
This fantastic section of the track can easily be accessed by cycling from the car park or alternatively, from March to October it can be accessed via the Mountain Gondola (weather permitting). Filmed by Off Beat Bikes Lower Floor Manager : Tim Green For more route ideas and the full Nevis Range Trail Map – …
A selection of photos from e-bike adventures from around Fort William,
This fantastic journey through the Outer Hebrides was 185 miles and took 5 days. Highlights included Vatersay, the beaches on Harris and reaching the Butt of Lewis. If you require any equipment or a bike for this fantastic journey then get in touch; hire bikes can be booked online – see here Or call …
February 2020 With COVID restrictions not allowing travel, Nicky Sharratt, Penny Clay and Nix Forster from Off Beat Bikes took a wander to the Half Way Lochan on Ben Nevis to try and break the ice for a swim. Wielding ice axes and hammer the girls managed to smash a circle big enough to climb …
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A few images from recent swimming adventures in and around Fort William. For more ideas with good parking close by take a look at our information page (see here) or call by the shop. We also sell everything you need for your next swim: Swimming wetsuits, neoprene gloves, hats, neoprene booties, goggles, Dryrobes, ear plugs, …
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