We catch up with Naomi, head of Skedaddle Italia and pictured below, to learn more about our very first cycling holiday in Italy, which is just as popular today as it was 25 years ago! Here is the story behind the Sardinia Coast to Coast Mountain Bike Holiday. What makes Sardinia such a great mountain ...
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Ride beyond the beaten track through stories of technical trails, untamed terrain and epic mountain biking adventures in spectacular destinations.
The UK’s Best Mountain Biking Routes and Trails
The UK is home to some of the best mountain biking trails offering a variety of riding that suits all levels and abilities. Whether you’re off exploring the ancient chalk drove roads of the Ridgeway, loamy forest trails in the Cairngorms, rocky Lake District descents or grassy singletrack in Northumberland, there’s a vast network of ...
Cycle the Camino de Santiago: Everything you need to know
The world-renowned Camino de Santiago is one of the most inspiring linear journeys on the planet! At Skedaddle, we believe pedallin’ the popular pilgrimage provides a unique way to soak up this ancient corner of Spain. Buen Camino, Skedaddlers! For centuries pilgrims and travellers have made their way on a vast network of routes across ...
The lowdown on eMTB: A Q&A with our expert
In its short history, the sport of mountain biking has been shaped by a constant flow of technological advances, some of which have stood the test of time while others have been relegated to the vault of ideas that, with hindsight, are laughed about over a cold beer at the end of a summer ride. ...
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 ...
Our expert’s guide to the Lake District
The Lake District National Park is undeniably one of England’s finest landscapes, home to countless natural treasures. Based just a stone’s throw away from Skedaddles logistic hub, the Lake District is a place we’ve had a strong connection with for many years and one our local team is proud to call home. As England’s biggest National Park it’s become one of the UK’s ...
Cycle Through English History on King Alfred’s Way
King Alfred's Way, is a 350km exhilarating mountain bike adventure through England's scenic south. Starting in Salisbury, this journey loops through historic sites like Winchester and Stonehenge on a route steeped in 10,000 years of history. Following the soaring slopes of the South Downs and The Ridgeway, you will experience short technical ascents and swooping chalky ...
The Story Behind: Sierras Explorer, Spain
A fun and flexible mountain bike holiday from the mountain town of Ronda in the High Sierras to the historical town of Tarifa on the wild Costa de la Luz. Expect a mixture of enjoyable singletrack and dirt tracks, with some decent climbs to get your legs into and earn those post-ride vinos. Sierras Explorer ...
Mountain biking through the fairytale landscapes of the Spanish Pyrenees
Amy, from our team in Newcastle, gives us the lowdown on her recent Skedaddle mountain biking trip to the Spanish Pyrenees. Before setting out on my first Skedaddle mountain bike adventure in the Pyrenees I didn’t quite know what to expect. I’d biked in a few high mountains before – the Alps and the Scottish ...
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 lowdown on electric bikes
If you have yet to try an electric bike (e-bike), that may soon change. E-bike sales are on the rise—the number of e-bikes sold in the UK rocketed up by 63% in 2020 versus the year prior according to Mintel—and the evidence points towards serious growth over the coming years. There is absolutely no denying ...
A Guide To Winter Biking
This time of year can be tough for all of us based in the UK. With the tendency for wet weather and muddy trails it’s not difficult to get downhearted about riding during these winter months. There is some consolation though in that we can ride our bikes year round, our trails are not buried ...
Meet the guides: Dan Hirst
We take a closer look at our team in Spain, who look after some of our most popular tours. Meet Dan, who is likely to be found coordinating at Skedaddle Espana's base (or out blazing the trails!). Read on to find out more about our expert guide, Dan Hirst... 1. Name/nickname Dan the bear! My ...
5 things you would only know if you have cycled Portugal
Portugal is a pedalling paradise - beautiful varied landscapes, spectacular beaches, delicious food, wine and a climate perfect for cycling. What more could you want? Here we dive into just a few of our personal highlights of this incredible destination, so keep reading to find out why exactly we are so convinced you will love ...
Endura Guide – How to Build Your Perfect Mountain Biking Outfit
Our mountain biking holidays are truly global covering some incredible trails in the UK, Europe, or South America. Working out what to wear for mountain biking in spring and early summer conditions can sometimes be a bit tricky but Endura, our technical bike clothing partner, has some tips on how to choose the right kit, ...