Keep reading for all you need to know about 2024 Fort William World Cup. Event details, park and ride, Off Beat Bikes opening hours, BMX giveaway and Spring Jam The legendary Fort William DH World Cup is back, and mountain bike fans from all over the world are eagerly anticipating the season opener of the …
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 …
Important Safety Notice: Shimano 11-Speed Hollowtech Road Cranksets Inspection Program Shimano has discovered a potential defect in some of their 11-speed Hollowtech road cranksets, which are part of the drivetrain that transfers power from the pedals to the wheels. The defect may cause the non-drive side crank arm to loosen and fall off. The affected …
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 …
For the Fort William Cycling Festval, Laura Jackson composed a beautiful poem about why she loves cycling winning her 3rd place at the festival. Laura said “I go on a ‘Tour de Fort’, looking back on all the wonderful memories that I have had whilst cycling in Lochaber and thinking about all the possibilities that …
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 …