Gravel riding in Scotland just got better! Gallovidian Gravel joins Cycling UK’s growing collection of long-distance must-ride routes. Since launching our gravel holiday range in 2023, we’ve sampled some of the best gravel riding in Scotland, so we were delighted to be involved in helping Cycling UK create a new off-road route in Dumfries and Galloway - 'Galloway Gravel Escape'. Working ...
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Gravel Riding
Love off-road cycling? Explore our guides and tips for of gravel riding—big landscapes, wild trails, and true cycling adventure await.
7 things you’ll love about your cycling holiday in Italy…
With over cycling holidays (and counting) brought to you by our passionate Skedaddle Italia team, Italy is a world-class destination where we are always excited for folk to explore on two wheels! Always eager to share our local knowledge, we caught up with Naomi, who heads up our team out in Italy. Here are just ...
Skedaddle Gravel Riding Guide To Scotland
If gravel biking is about adventure, wilderness and exploring remote places, then you simply can’t beat gravel riding in Scotland! Outside the major cities, there are few roads connecting the towns and glens, but head off the tarmac on a two-wheeled adventure in Scotland, and you’ll discover a whole natural playground of hidden coastlines, ancient Caledonian pine forests, shimmering lochs, heather-clad hills and deep mountain valleys. Not to mention the traces of centuries-old historic sites, castles and old drover’s ...
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 ...
The Story Behind: Gravel Trails of Veneto
We're very excited to share these new gravel riding tours in Italy. From its network of quiet gravel roads and scenic trails to its rich culture, great food and varied landscapes, the region offers a fantastic and authentic cycling experience both on and off the bike. What makes Veneto a great destination for gravel riding? ...
Sardinia – A Mediterranean Cycling Paradise
Prepare to be seduced by Sardinia! This beautiful island is loved for its white sandy beaches and deep turquoise seas that are found dotted among the rugged cliffs of some 1800Km of coastline – the perfect setting to relax and enjoy an authentic taste of Mediterranean life and delicious cuisine. Sardinia might not be the ...
8 things you’ll only understand if you’ve been cycling in Spain…
With over 30 cycling holidays in Spain (and counting) brought to you by our established Skedaddle España base, Spain is a destination we’re proud to call our casa! And what better way to understand more about this popular cycling destination than by hearing from our local team out there? Here’s why they can’t get enough of ...
The Best Cycling Routes in Italy
Italy is a dream destination for cyclists, offering a tapestry of landscapes and rich culture. From the sun-drenched hills of Tuscany to the dramatic cliffs of the Amalfi Coast, Italy’s varied terrain caters to all types of cyclists. Whether you’re a seasoned road cyclist seeking the thrill of alpine ascents in the Dolomites or a ...
Gravel Riding FAQs: Everything You Need To Know
Are you new to Gravel Riding or just want to find out a bit more about what it involves? Then our Gravel Riding FAQs are a great place to start. Hopefully, this page provides answers to most of the questions you might have, but don’t forget that you can always contact our friendly sales team ...
Gravel Has Got it all Going on: What Roadies and Mountain bikers Love About Gravel Riding
Gravel riding might be the latest hot new trend in the cycling world but for us the gravel ethos is right at the heart of what we have always done at Skedaddle – it is a style of riding that embraces freedom, adventure and exploring. We launched our first range of gravel specific holidays last ...
The Story Behind: Northumberland Reivers Trails
Sublime singletrack and superb views – we can’t wait to show you our gravel riding creation exploring off the beaten track in Northumberland! The Northumberland Reivers Trails is part of our exciting range of gravel riding holidays. The wild and beautiful county of Northumberland is right on the doorstep of our Skedaddle HQ and we’ve ...
Your Quick Kit Guide From Endura and Skedaddle
If you're going on a cycling holiday with Skedaddle you'll be pleased to know our friends at Endura are offering you a generous discount on their brand new cycling kit! We recommend that you bring a few options of each clothing type on holiday so you've always got spare kit. Most accommodation will have laundry ...
The Story Behind: Sardinia Cape to Cape
The beautiful Mediterranean island of Sardinia is home to Skedaddle Italia and we’ve been uncovering the very best cycling here for 20 plus years. Although it’s part of our exciting new Gravel Riding range, ‘Cape to Cape’ in Sardinia is the result of many years of experience exploring the island’s off-road routes. We caught ...
Your Guide To Gravel Riding Skills
Do you need to do anything different when riding on a gravel trail to riding on a cycle path or a pothole-strewn country road? What adaptations could you consider making to your bike before heading out on a Skedaddle gravel bike holiday? We put all these questions and more to our gravelly-gurus and this is ...
Our guides’ 26 favourite days in the saddle
Is there anything better than a great day out on your bike? Call us bias, but we think it’s hard to beat. Beautiful views, great achievements, endorphins and beyond - that feeling you get after spending a really memorable day in the saddle is one we just can’t get enough of! But what is the ...