At Off Beat Bikes, we take immense pride in supporting talented athletes. This year we are proud to sponsor Sam Lawton as our athlete for the 2024 season. This year is not only Sam’s first full season racing but his first time racing DH. Don’t misunderstand, Sam’s is no stranger to the world of competitive …
Visiting Fort William this year? Check out our top tips for leaving a positive impact on your holiday! In summer Fort William is bursting with life with hundreds of thousands visiting our glens, hills and town. Though it is great to see the Fort so busy, not everyone stays to explore the true treasures of …
This year we were back at the MacAvalanche! Incase you haven’t heard of the race before, it’s Scotland’s answer to the Megavalanche. Competitors hurtle 900 meters through snow, ice and rocks before reaching the 4X to the finish line. It’s not one for the faint hearted and definetly not one to miss! This year our …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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.
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 …
Take a fantastic guided cycle from Off Beat Bikes in Fort William. Taken by a qualified guide the route will incorporate the Peat Track Challenge along with the Cow Hill Mystery Descent. The Peat Track Challenge has a short 800m steep section which is a challenge for all ages and abilities. How far can you …
Join us for an evening of fun at Garrison West on the High Street, Fort William. Dinner is available from 5pm and the quiz, with a bike theme, starts at 9pm. Teams of up to 4 people. £2 per person. Lots of prizes for best male and female teas, best junior team, best team with a combined …
All adult races start at 11am and kids at 10am or 11am. Kids timings will be confirmed. Sunday 18th November: Cour Loop Time Trial. Meet at Nevis Range Pinemartin Cafe. ADULTS AND KIDS RACE. Organiser Marian. Sunday 2nd December: Location Glen Loy. Organiser Mark Clark. Sunday 16th December: Christmas Handicap. Meet at Braveheart Car Park. ADULTS AND KIDS RACE. …
Off Beat Bikes is the official supplier of the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup Fort William t-shirts. They are available to purchase in store. They are available in small, medium, large and extra large in both grey and red and cost £25. We have new stock as of July 2018. Collect in store or add …
Picture: Fergus and Georgio Berardelli arriving at school The challenge of The Big Pedal 2018 at Lochaber High School has been entertaining and an enormous success over the past week. The Sustrans Big Pedal 2018 – a UK-wide event to get more young people and staff cycling to school is backed by world record breaking …
An electric mountain bike is the answer to assist Avalanche forecasting in Lochaber! Local bike shop, Off Beat Bikes, are helping Scottish Avalanche Information Service (SAIS) Observer, Graham Moss, reach the snowy slopes of the North Face of Ben Nevis, where he gathers vital information for assessing the avalanche risk for winter climbers, walkers and …
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Here’s the provisional lost for the West Highland Wheelers Winter League 2017/2018 Kinlochleven/ Glencoe – 11am Sunday 12th November 2017 Wolftrax – 11am Sunday 3rd December 2017 Christmas Handicap – 11am Sunday 17th December 2017 Leanachan – 11am Saturday 30th December 2017 Glen Loy – 11am Sunday 14th January 2018 Strontian – 11am Sunday 4th February …
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