Newsletter February 2021
Picture by Douglas Barr looking towards Loch Lundavra. Sit down and enjoy our latest Enewsletter. Off Beat Bikes Enewsletter February 2021
Covid 19 – Good to Go
We have successfuly completed the Good to Go standard for Covid 19 and are ready to welcome all visitors to our shop!
Open Water Swimming in Fort William
If you are keen to start open water swimming in Fort William then you’re in the right place. Off Beat Bikes have a shop with experienced open water swimming staff who will be happy to help advise you on all the equipment you need from swimming wetsuits, neoprene gloves, booties and hats along with goggles, …
New vs. Old! Modern Mountain Bikes explained…
So what’s new in the world of Mountain Bikes? Is a new bike really a worthwhile upgrade? Have a read of this and decide for yourself! These Hardtail Mountain Bikes share the same 29″ wheel size and are prime examples of the trends of their time. We compare the 2012 Motobecane Fly Team to the …
West Highland Wheelers Time Trial Results 2019
A massive well done to everyone who took part in the West Highland Wheelers Time Trials over the summer! The highlights have to be the total numbers of competitors. Those highlighted in the photo have attended 7 or more out of a possible 20 time trials. Next year time trials will start in April 2020. …
Christmas Gift Ideas 2019
Christmas shopping made easy at Off Beat Bikes. Get that gift for your sporty loved one with help from our cheery staff. Lots of good ideas and if it’s not right, it’s easy to call in and exchange it after Christmas. Christmas for the Mountain Biker: Winter lights, for both front and rear, starting from …
Kids Christmas Bike Ideas 2019
Top bikes for kids from 5 years of age! This is just a selection; plenty more in stock to take away today! For more Whyte Kids Bikes and their spec check out the Whyte website links below: Whyte 203 for …
West Highland Wheelers Winter League Dates 2019/2020
The West Highland Wheelers’ Winter League starts on 24th November 2019. Come along for some fun! For up to date information about exact meeting points and the local club visit whwheelers.co.uk For more from Off Beat Bikes see here.
5 Electric Bike Questions Answered
1 How do you charge an electric bike (e-bike)? Most e-bikes are easy to charge. The Bosch battery, on all the Cube e-bikes, can be charged either on or off the bike. The battery is plugged into any normal socket with the supplied Bosch charger. 2 How long will it take to charge? A complete …
Why Buy an Electric Bike
An electric bike (or e-bike) helps by giving you an extra boost as you cycle, so although you’re still having to pedal you can generally travel further and faster for the same amount of effort. When you ride an electric bike you still burn calories, nearly as many as on a regular bike and it’s …
Lochaber Athletic Club Winter League Dates 2019/20
Here are this year’s winter league dates organised by Lochaber Athletic Club. For all races registration 10.00am – 11.00am, start time: 11.00am and entry donation = £2 per race. 17 November 2019 – Cow Hill Race (Glen Nevis) SHORT 24 November 2019 – Drumfada Chase (Annat) MEDIUM 1 December 2019 – Bein Bhan Bash (Glen …
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Ex-hire Whyte 603 bikes on sale now
Our 2019 hire fleet are now on sale! Pop by the shop to try one out or send us an email to book a test ride. All sizes available. RRP £600 now from £375. Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large. Compact models in Extra Small, Small and Medium. If it’s an electric bike you are looking …
Ex-hire E-bike Sale
Our ex-hire E-bikes are on sale now. Prices start from £1,550 for a bike that has a Bosch 400 Watt motor and an RRP of £2,100. Pop by the shop to see one in the flesh or drop us an email to find out more. Come and try one; they are great fun! You can …
E-Bike 0% Finance
If you live in Scotland and are thinking of buying an electric bike you can apply for an interest-free loan provided by the Energy Saving Trust. The e-Bike loan can be for up to £6,000 with a repayment period of 4 years and covers the following (per household): 2 x e-bikes capped at £3,000 each; …
Glencoe Mountain Uphill Race 2019 Results
The warm sunny weather wasn’t the forecast earlier in the week and this made for a great running day! The hardy bunch of racers climbed the 500 metres from the Glencoe Mountain Cafe to the top tea shack high on the mountain along the new uphill track. Local Tom Smith from Lochaber Athletic Club managed …