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Why We Commute by Bike | National Car Free Day
Today, we are writing about something that we at Tiso and Alpine Bikes feel strongly about. Something that we truly believe can change the world - ditching your car, for your bike. Read more 21-09-21 • -
The First Gore-Tex Mountain Bike Shoes | New Kit Drop
This winter season, we have been listened to, we have been heard and we should feel seen. The launch of the adidas Five Ten Trailcross Gore-Tex Mountain Bike Shoes can keep our toes from freezing over and let us continue riding strong through the wet winter months. Read more 14-09-21 • -
Race Cairngorms | Runner vs Cyclist
Race Cairngorms is our inaugural challenge of testing two of our in-house experts to their limits: Aaron, our trail runner and trainee Mountain Guide sponsored by Montane, and Helen, our cyclist who rides across countries for fun and is supported by Trek Bikes Read more 14-09-21 • -
The Actual Overnighter | Alpine Rides
Remember what it was like, back in the day before cars and modernity, when to visit a friend could mean walking for days? The fear of the unknown, the perilous conditions and not to mention the brigands! Yeah I don't remember that either, but apparently it was a thing. Read more 03-09-21 • -
Choosing A Cycling Jacket | Stay Bright on Darker Nights
When the autumn chill tumbles in and the sun sets a little earlier than most of us would like, you might start to think about getting kitted up for cycling in this new season. Cycling jackets (or ‘jay-kets’ if you’re from the North) are great, they keep you warm, dry and can help you be seen on... Read more 03-09-21 • -
Staff Saturday | Rebecca Murray
Tiso, Alpine and Blues staff are experts in their own fields. This comes from experience and a love of what they do, whether that be hill walking, running trails, rock climbing, or spending time on the water. Each Saturday we will be highlighting a different member of staff and talking to them... Read more 01-09-21 • -
Bicycle Light Buying Guide | Stay Bright on Darker Nights
If you want to ride throughout the darker months, a great set of bicycle lights should not be underestimated but the exact ones you buy depend on where and how you are riding. There are plenty of options available, from small emergency body lights to high power 1000 lumens+ used to light up dark... Read more 31-08-21 • -
Staff Saturday | Jamie Thorne
Tiso, Alpine and Blues staff are experts in their own fields. This comes from experience and a love of what they do, whether that be hill walking, running trails, rock climbing, or spending time on the water. Each Saturday we will be highlighting a different member of staff and talking to them... Read more 27-08-21 • -
The Failed Overnighter | Alpine Rides
Tiso, Alpine and Blues staff tend to enjoy exploring Scotland in a variety of ways: on the water, on two wheels or on foot, to name a few. We love hearing their adventure stories regaled over a coffee (or a whisky) and we thought you would too! Read more 25-08-21 • -
Staff Saturday | Kai Marron
Each Saturday we will be highlighting a different member of staff and talking to them about their outdoor journey. This week we're chatting to Kai Marron, the Deputy Manager at Alpine Marchmont, who loves nothing more than riding his home roads when he can. Read more 13-08-21 • -
Staff Saturday | Kenneth Matheson
Tiso, Alpine and Blues staff are experts in their own fields. This comes from experience and a love of what they do, whether that be hill walking, running trails, rock climbing, or spending time on the water. This week we're chatting to Kenneth Matheson, a Skye native who enjoys activities which... Read more 06-08-21 •
