Jamie Gilpin

Cycling in Tuscany

by Jamie Gilpin | Sep 12, 2016 | Blog | 0 comments

For a cyclist part of the beauty of cycling in Tuscany is the endless network of quiet roads between medieval hilltop towns. I spent a few days in August exploring and cycling around Massa Marittima. Massa is a historical mining town in the Maremma region of Tuscany. Starting any ride...

Highlights of Chianti Bike Tours

by Jamie Gilpin | Sep 12, 2016 | Blog, Update | 0 comments

Chianti bike tours are the highlight of cycling trip to Italy. More than just a destination, Chianti is a cyclist’s paradise. If you daydream about bike tours on smooth quiet roads over rolling hills and relaxing afterwards with long wine-soaked dinners, Chianti is your answer. Quiet roads all to yourself...

How to pack your bike for air travel

by Jamie Gilpin | Aug 19, 2016 | Blog, Preparation, Tips & Advice, Update | 0 comments

You’ve been looking forward to your bike tour to Europe all year, you’ve put in all the training miles, and are starting to get your packing list together. The one area of bike tours that can give people the most anxiety is getting your bike safely to your overseas...

Cycling Tour Packing List

by Jamie Gilpin | Aug 8, 2016 | Blog, Preparation, Tips & Advice, Update | 0 comments

Packing for vacation can often be stressful. Packing for a week-long cycling tour can seem downright daunting. A thorough cycling tour packing list can ease the stress of packing, and also ensure that you’re prepared for a variety of situations during your bike trip. CYCLING CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES: Baselayer...

eBikes on our Tours

by Jamie Gilpin | Feb 22, 2016 | Blog, Update | 0 comments

For 2016 we are introducing eBikes to our rental bike offerings at select destinations, specifically Provence, Asheville, and Tuscany. We are very excited to add these bikes to our tour, as it expands the accessibility to more riders and non-riders. If you are interested in eBikes for other destinations, please...