The Cycling Scot
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Travel blogs about exploring Scotland. Lonely Planet contributing writer-Experience Scotland book.
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The Cycling Scot
@cyclingscot.bsky.social
· Nov 16
Exploring Scotland by bicycle
Travel features and blogs about Scotland. This site is not just for cyclists, but for anybody interested in Scotland.Not only does it feature cycle routes, but also Scottish food and drink, hotels, wa...
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I blog about exploring Scotland by bike. Here's my website if you'd like to take a look: www.cyclingscot.co.uk
A great wee cycle route is Alloa to Dollar. Here's my guide: bit.ly/2jUYf5a
November 26, 2025 at 10:13 PM
A great wee cycle route is Alloa to Dollar. Here's my guide: bit.ly/2jUYf5a
Cycling in Glen Clova: bit.ly/3wGZ1KQ
November 26, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Cycling in Glen Clova: bit.ly/3wGZ1KQ
Highland cow action on Colonsay
November 23, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Highland cow action on Colonsay
15 things to see and do on the Isle of Colonsay: bit.ly/2ZzBPiR
November 21, 2025 at 9:12 PM
15 things to see and do on the Isle of Colonsay: bit.ly/2ZzBPiR
Oban Chocolate Company. Chocolate Paradise on Scotland's West Coast. Here's my blog about this amazing chocolate shop and cafe: bit.ly/2nAEDJl
November 18, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Oban Chocolate Company. Chocolate Paradise on Scotland's West Coast. Here's my blog about this amazing chocolate shop and cafe: bit.ly/2nAEDJl
This thirteenth century mass of formidable stone once guarded the sea approach to the heart of Scotland. One of Scotland's most famous historical figures, Flora McDonald, was imprisoned here. Exploring Dunstaffnage Castle: bit.ly/2WVWAAA
November 17, 2025 at 9:54 PM
This thirteenth century mass of formidable stone once guarded the sea approach to the heart of Scotland. One of Scotland's most famous historical figures, Flora McDonald, was imprisoned here. Exploring Dunstaffnage Castle: bit.ly/2WVWAAA
This book is a fascinating exploration of the National Cycle Network (NCN). Laura Laker is a journalist who writes about cycling. Her book is about cycling parts of the Network to discover how it all started, how it is funded and why some parts of the route are frankly terrible: bit.ly/4mK3sfM
Book review of Potholes and Pavements by Laura Laker
The book is about cycling parts of the Network to discover how it all started, how it is funded and why some parts of the route are frankly terrible. During her journey she talks to people involved in...
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November 16, 2025 at 8:53 PM
This book is a fascinating exploration of the National Cycle Network (NCN). Laura Laker is a journalist who writes about cycling. Her book is about cycling parts of the Network to discover how it all started, how it is funded and why some parts of the route are frankly terrible: bit.ly/4mK3sfM
In March 2020 the UK entered its first Covid lockdown. Simon Parker’s career as a travel journalist stalled, a close friend died, and a suppressed anxiety disorder returned. His response was to cycle around Britain, starting in Shetland.
Here's my review of 'Riding Out': bit.ly/3LlGcY7
Here's my review of 'Riding Out': bit.ly/3LlGcY7
Review of Riding Out by Simon Parker
Riding Out tells the story of Britain during a time of crisis, providing a unique take on the cycle-touring genre. It's also a personal tale of Simon's navigation through grief and anxiety.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:37 PM
In March 2020 the UK entered its first Covid lockdown. Simon Parker’s career as a travel journalist stalled, a close friend died, and a suppressed anxiety disorder returned. His response was to cycle around Britain, starting in Shetland.
Here's my review of 'Riding Out': bit.ly/3LlGcY7
Here's my review of 'Riding Out': bit.ly/3LlGcY7
You can get 5% off the AS2 Ultra using discount code COLINBAIRD on the Cycplus website. Here's my review of this e-pump: bit.ly/4k6j6jU
Cycplus AS2 Ultra review
A review of this electric pump
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November 12, 2025 at 8:24 PM
You can get 5% off the AS2 Ultra using discount code COLINBAIRD on the Cycplus website. Here's my review of this e-pump: bit.ly/4k6j6jU
Road of the Kings. Glen Lonan is the ancient funeral route of Scotland's Kings to their final resting place on the island of Iona. Here's my guide to cycling it: bit.ly/2ySuyvm
November 12, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Road of the Kings. Glen Lonan is the ancient funeral route of Scotland's Kings to their final resting place on the island of Iona. Here's my guide to cycling it: bit.ly/2ySuyvm
15 things to see and do on the Isle of Colonsay: bit.ly/2ZzBPiR
15 Things to See and Do on the Island of Colonsay
Colonsay is an island on Scotland's west coast. It is famed for its beaches, wildlife and tranquility. It even has a brewery and a golf course! Eead on to discover 15 things you can see and do on the ...
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November 11, 2025 at 7:58 PM
15 things to see and do on the Isle of Colonsay: bit.ly/2ZzBPiR
It's hard to believe that this peaceful loch and mountain setting was once a place where cannonballs were made to fight Napolean's armies. You can read more about visiting the Bonawe Iron Furnace on my blog: bit.ly/2Zkl5s8
November 5, 2025 at 8:53 PM
It's hard to believe that this peaceful loch and mountain setting was once a place where cannonballs were made to fight Napolean's armies. You can read more about visiting the Bonawe Iron Furnace on my blog: bit.ly/2Zkl5s8
A great book about a cycling journey around the UK during the Covid pandemic: bit.ly/3LlGcY7
Review of Riding Out by Simon Parker
Riding Out tells the story of Britain during a time of crisis, providing a unique take on the cycle-touring genre. It's also a personal tale of Simon's navigation through grief and anxiety.
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November 4, 2025 at 9:02 PM
A great book about a cycling journey around the UK during the Covid pandemic: bit.ly/3LlGcY7
My guide to the bike route between Dunoon and Campbeltown: bit.ly/4o2HCVs
Campbeltown to Dunoon cycle route
A description of the route between Dunoon and Campbeltown
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November 4, 2025 at 8:46 PM
My guide to the bike route between Dunoon and Campbeltown: bit.ly/4o2HCVs
Enchanted Forest, Pitlochry
November 2, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Enchanted Forest, Pitlochry
This dining car is in Pitlochry and was used in the Mission Impossible film! It’s now a Thai restaurant 🚞
November 2, 2025 at 12:45 PM
This dining car is in Pitlochry and was used in the Mission Impossible film! It’s now a Thai restaurant 🚞
My new video is about visiting the Isle of Gigha by bike: youtu.be/4LSKVa5uFs0
Exploring the Isle of Gigha by bike. I was amazed!
YouTube video by The Cycling Scot
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November 1, 2025 at 8:50 PM
My new video is about visiting the Isle of Gigha by bike: youtu.be/4LSKVa5uFs0
Tarbert. From here you can get a ferry to to Portavadie. This part of the cycle route between Dunoon and Campbeltown. You'll find the route details on my blog: bit.ly/4o2HCVs
October 28, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Tarbert. From here you can get a ferry to to Portavadie. This part of the cycle route between Dunoon and Campbeltown. You'll find the route details on my blog: bit.ly/4o2HCVs
Black Spout waterfall. A short walk from the centre of Pitlochry. Great autumn walk
October 25, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Black Spout waterfall. A short walk from the centre of Pitlochry. Great autumn walk
I now have 31 cycling books on my book review page. Check it out for ideas for your next book or gift ideas for Christmas: bit.ly/2zJIlnb
October 23, 2025 at 8:17 PM
I now have 31 cycling books on my book review page. Check it out for ideas for your next book or gift ideas for Christmas: bit.ly/2zJIlnb
A cycle tour during the Covid pandemic. An interesting take on the cycle touring genre. Here's my review of Simon Parker's Riding Out: bit.ly/3LlGcY7
Review of Riding Out by Simon Parker
Riding Out tells the story of Britain during a time of crisis, providing a unique take on the cycle-touring genre. It's also a personal tale of Simon's navigation through grief and anxiety.
bit.ly
October 22, 2025 at 9:26 PM
A cycle tour during the Covid pandemic. An interesting take on the cycle touring genre. Here's my review of Simon Parker's Riding Out: bit.ly/3LlGcY7
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#Disney World has better transit than most US cities. Its 12-train-set monorail + 325 buses would make it the nation's 16th most ridden transit system.
People drive to a place where, for once, they don't have to drive everywhere.
Turns out that's exactly what Walt intended 🚝🧵
People drive to a place where, for once, they don't have to drive everywhere.
Turns out that's exactly what Walt intended 🚝🧵
December 17, 2024 at 3:21 PM
#Disney World has better transit than most US cities. Its 12-train-set monorail + 325 buses would make it the nation's 16th most ridden transit system.
People drive to a place where, for once, they don't have to drive everywhere.
Turns out that's exactly what Walt intended 🚝🧵
People drive to a place where, for once, they don't have to drive everywhere.
Turns out that's exactly what Walt intended 🚝🧵
*new blog post* My review of Simon Parker's Riding Out: bit.ly/3LlGcY7
Review of Riding Out by Simon Parker
Riding Out tells the story of Britain during a time of crisis, providing a unique take on the cycle-touring genre. It's also a personal tale of Simon's navigation through grief and anxiety.
bit.ly
October 20, 2025 at 9:58 PM
*new blog post* My review of Simon Parker's Riding Out: bit.ly/3LlGcY7