Paul SnedkerPaul Snedker

Paul Snedker is the co-founder of Saddle Skedaddle, where he has spent more than 30 years helping people discover the world by bike. Inspired by an epic cycling adventure across South America, Paul co-founded the company with the belief that the best way to experience a destination is from the saddle to truly connect with people, places and cultures. His passion for cycling holidays, local culture and unforgettable adventures continues to shape Skedaddle today. 

6 Reasons To Cycle In Sweden

Following our hugely popular leisure cycling holiday in Sweden, the Coastal Kattegattleden,  we're excited to introduce a brand new leisure cycling holiday exploring Stockholm's Archipelago. Read on to learn more about our two tours and six reasons why you'll love cycling in Sweden. Stockholm’s Archipelago This 7-day self-guided trip with 5 riding days explores Sweden’s ...

Cyclists ride along a dirt track with mountains in the background

Making a Positive Difference with Our Partner in Peru

One of the things we love about building a global cycling community is uncovering our shared values and looking at how we can make a positive difference in the places we visit. This goes deeper than our passion for exploration on two wheels. It’s about being mindful of our impact on the natural environment, local ...

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Our Predicted Cycle Trends For 2026

2026 marks a special year here at Skedaddle. Our company was founded in December 1995 and our first trip to Chile departed in 1996, making 2026 our third decade in the saddle exploring the world by bike! As you might imagine, we’ve seen a few trends emerge over the years.  For 2026 we’ve analysed our own data, highlighted ...

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Our predicted cycling trends for 2025

2025 has already got off to a flying (or should that be rolling) start as we’re set to welcome more of you than ever on a Skedaddle holiday this year! The wider Skedaddle community has also flourished as we announced exciting new partnerships with Cycling UK and BIKMO (cycle and travel insurance), as well as ...

Paul Snedker and Andrew Straw cycling in Chile where Saddle Skedaddle formed an idea

The Story Behind: Chile, Skedaddle’s spiritual home

Two old friends on one momentous year-long trip. The ingredients that inspired a lifelong passion for pedallin’. For Saddle Skedaddle’s co-founders, Andrew Straw (Straws) and Paul Snedker, their journey through Chile was so packed with unforgettable people, places and moments that they never stopped travelling by bike and exploring the world with others. Inspiring beginnings: Where ...

Paul Snedker, co-founder of Saddle Skedaddle

Meet the team: Paul Snedker

A lot has happened since our head honchos Paul Snedker and Andrew Straw (Straws) first became inspired to set up Saddle Skedaddle whilst exploring around South America by bike, now a whopping 30 years of bringing the world cycling holidays! To celebrate this journey, we wanted to catch up with Paul, our co-founder and Managing ...