The summer sun shone during the second race in the Off Beat Bikes series at Nevis Range with 33 runners from near and far enjoying the spectacular views whilst running up the Red Giant Bike Track. In first place was young John Yells beating his previous best time to finish in an excellent time of …
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There was a good turn out of 42 runners for the Aonach Mor Uphill Running Race tonight. Finlay Wild, just back from Switzerland, was in great form and finished first in a record time of 27 minutes and 54 seconds. Next in was local runner John Yell closely followed by Highland Hill Runner’s Gavin Whiteside. …
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It was the Commando Memorial Time Trial tonight. A big thanks to Gill Barnes for organising and Kate Gray for assisting. There were some great performances despite the wind especially newcomer Jess Maxwell! Next one is on Tuesday 30th May and is another Locheil 10, see here.
Great weather ensured a good turnout for the second 10 mile time trial of 2017. The 16 cyclists all produced good times. Notable performances came from Dave Underwood and Graeme Corner along with Donnie Meldrum. The next time trial is on Tuesday 16th May and is to the Commando Memorial starting from The Moorings Car …
Results AONACH MOR UPHILL APRIL 2017. A great afternoon of racing brought fine results to the Spring version of the Aonach Mor Uphill Race. Lochaber’s Stephen Trail had another great result finishing 1st overall in a time of 29 minutes and 59 seconds. Second was Steve MacDonald and 3rd was Over 50 Tim Brand. Highland Hill …
Here’s some bike maintenance tips from Saddle Skedaddle which we think are worth a look! Read top tips for getting your bike pedal-ready this Spring: 1. Clean your bike Advice: Cleaning your bike is an important start to the season and helps you get to know your bike again. Top tip: Cut off the top …
There’s a great selection of new hire bikes and test mountain bikes at Off Beat Beat Bikes in Fort William. Before they’re all out being used by visitors the staff seized the opportunity to take them for a bike ride up Glen Nevis. Staff were able to compare the qualities of the Whyte 901 Hardtail and Whyte 603 …
Local cycle club West Highland Wheelers host Time Trials on various roads throughout the summer. The most popular Locheil 10 starts the season on Tuesday 11th April 2017. Come and join this local cycle event; enjoy the post race craic and analysis of how to make your cycle time even faster! With 14 Time Trials …
Off Beat Bikes opened its doors once again on Friday 10th March. Previous owner, Davie Austin, officially cut the ribbon with the help of his 7 year old daughter, Fiona. Local athletes, cyclists along with family and friends enjoyed cake and wine to celebrate the occasion! Photo of staff outside the new shop left to …
The Aonach Mor Uphill Race is held twice a year. Nix from Off Beat Bikes organised the Spring version held in April 2016 using the red downhill mountain biking route. In 2017 the race will be held on Saturday 22nd April. For full details see our events page here.
For a great day out take a wander up Bheinn Bhan, you’ll be rewarded with great views of Ben Nevis and Lochaber.