Fatbike tours
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FatBike Islay, part of Kayak Wild Islay
Fatbike tour information
Fatbike tour information
Why fatbikes? Fatbikes allow visitors an exciting way of exploring and experiencing the coast with access to beaches or tracks looking for wildlife, expolring Islay's natural wonders and historical sites. Due to their 4 inch balloon tyres Fatbikes are particularly ideal for beach riding where they can float over the sand and pebbles giving wonderful access to this amazing environment and 5+ miles of sandy beach is great fun. Also included I still offer the Flapjack and hot drink along the way!
Not only that they are amazing fun, simple to ride and no heavier than any normal bike but can take you so much further!
We generally meet at An Curran, Port Ellen, PA42 7AW
but other start points can be arranged.
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We curently have 9 adult sized bikes including 3 aimed at teenagers plus an eFatBike and 1 junior bike with smaller wheels.
We suggest a maximum group size of 5 or 6 which can be booked directly. If you wish to book more, please contact us.
Also provided are a helmet, gloves and waterbottle plus a hot drink and the infamous flapjack for elevenses!
We do recomend you wear trainers or sandals (not flipflops) that you dont mind getting wet, a fleece top and waterproof jacket.
Its also good to bring sunscreen, sometimes more for the windburn than sun but hey!
Google link: JQPH+M7 Port Ellen, Isle of Islay
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Route options include;
- The big strand beach (from the base or from the airport) - flat once on the beach!
- The Three Distilleries pathway (with otter tracking along the route) - some small hills
- Kintra hill track past ruined Frachdale village returning through a forest (chance of sighting deer) - moderately hilly
- Kilnaughton to Port-an-Eas waterfall - hilly
- Kintra hill track out to Soliders rock via numerous ruined villages - hilly and rougher track for the more experienced
Other options include Bridgend woods, Staoisha to Bunnahabhain, Feolin ferry towards the base of the Paps on Jura.
We are happy to discuss your requirements and tailor the trip to suit you.
Half day tours start either at 9;30/10am or 1;30/2;00/2;30pm and last about 3 hours but can be made shorter if required.
Full days start at 9;30/10am until about 5pm by arrangment.
Later starts can be arranged, including a sunset ride.