215 – Riding Scottish Gravel with Ed Shoote
Today’s Guest:
Ed Shoote – Adventure Traveller, Photographer and Author of the very cool new book called Gravel Rides Scotland
In episode #215 I am chatting with bike traveller, photographer and author Ed Shoote about his new Scottish gravel guide book called Gravel Rides Scotland. The book comprises 28 of the best gravel rides Scotland has to offer with routes ranging form 31 to 128 kilometres in length, with great maps, trail statistics, photos and even a very useful gravel scale.
We chat about Ed’s love for biking, how he got started on two wheels, the unbelievable places he has visited on a bike, being chased by a grizzly bear in British Columbia and how he came to write a book about gravel riding in Scotland, plus lots and lots more.
Thanks for tuning in. Enjoy the show!
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This episode is proudly sponsored by ALLTA
Here at MTB Tribe we are super excited to introduce you all to our new brand – ALLTA.
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We’re a small Irish based brand, but our range is growing steadily with the support of a fantastic group of mountain bikers across Ireland and the UK.
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Find Out:
- How Ed got interested in two wheels
- How he started on a road bike
- Why he moved to mountain biking
- His worldwide travel on a bike
- Where he got the love for travelling
- What he likes about it so much
- How he stayed in BC Canada for a year
- What the trail networks are like there
- Why he decided to jump on a gravel bike to see more of the country
- How he was chased by a grizzly bear who was running the strava lines
- How writing a gravel book came about
- How he designed the book
- How he managed to get such great photos
- How he managed to ride all the trails in the book and decide which ones he would have to leave out
- Some of his stories and adventures from the trails included in the book
- Where and how to purchase the book
- How to find out more about Ed and his publishing company
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Gravel riding is not really my thing, but Ed’s book would certainly get you interested in giving it a go and if you are a gravel biker this book will definitely motivate you to get your gear out and get on the trails. I am amazed that this is Ed’s first book (well not really after chatting with him), it is top quality, user friendly, has interesting information on the different routes, awesome photography and has Ed’s very own gravel guide, which I must say seems to be a vital component of any gravel ride.
The statistics Ed has included are detailed like distance, ascent, off road and grid references etc. He has also added great little touches like Navigation, public transport and access, facilities and refreshments, local bike shops and other routes or attractions in the area. All great information to make your ride or adventure even better.
So join us as we have a great chat about Scottish gravel routes, bikes and gear, travelling the globe and being chased by bears. All this and more!
Thanks for your support and for listening to the show.
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To Connect with Ed:
Website: welovemountains.net
Instagram: 1lovemountains
Facebook: 1lovemountains
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Resources in this Episode:
Quick link to purchase Ed’s great book: www.adventurebooks.com/products/gravel_rides_scotland
Ed’s Sponsors/ Supporters:
Kinesis Bikes: www.kinesisbikes.co.uk
Apidura Bikepacking Bags: www.apidura.com
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This episode is proudly sponsored by ALLTA
Here at MTB Tribe we are super excited to introduce you all to our new brand – ALLTA.
ALLTA is a range of mountain bike clothes and accessories dedicated to make mountain biking easier. Our gear is designed to be practical, stylish and environmentally friendly. Our best-selling Trail Changing Robe will keep you warm and dry while you are getting changed in and out of your riding gear and our other pieces work just as well on the streets as on the trails.
We’re a small Irish based brand, but our range is growing steadily with the support of a fantastic group of mountain bikers across Ireland and the UK.
You can check us out at www.rideallta.com or on Instagram @ride.allta and for some behind the scenes access sign up to our newsletter!
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Thanks to Ed for coming on the show and sharing his gravel stories and info about his new book.
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