by Jamie Gilpin | Nov 7, 2016 | Blog |
With unrivaled varied terrain, world class breweries & restaurants, and stunning natural beauty, Asheville, North Carolina is the perfect destination for a cycling holiday. This is why we’re so excited about our new Asheville Bicycle Tour itineraries. Whether you’re looking for a weekend away, a long vacation in the high mountains, or...
by Jamie Gilpin | Nov 7, 2016 | Blog |
The way we are choosing to travel is changing. With smart phones, GPS, language translation apps and cheap flights, we’ve become much more independent and adventurous. Travel has become a part of our lifestyle. This change can also be seen in the cycling tour industry. If you’re an avid cyclist you’re...
by Jamie Gilpin | Oct 24, 2016 | Blog, Self Guided Tours |
We regularly are asked the question “What so special about your Self Guided bicycle tours?”. An OBT Self-Guided Bicycle Tours are not the typical “self-guided” tour. So much so that we prefer to call them “Independent Supported Tours”. We hold ourselves to a higher standard, with much more “touch”...
by Jamie Gilpin | Aug 19, 2016 | Blog, Preparation, Tips & Advice, Update |
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...
by Jamie Gilpin | Aug 8, 2016 | Blog, Preparation, Tips & Advice, Update |
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...