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We know that as individuals we never stop learning… and the same goes for our team of guides & office staff. Last year we enjoyed an incredible season but it’s no reason to rest on our laurels. In fact if anything, it just motivates us to ensure that we keep up the good work. Our Staff … Continued
Having been recommended to us by Marmot riders who have also taken part in the Tour de Force, we are delighted to be working with the William Wates Memorial Trust as our charity of the year. Supporting the charity put us in touch with Sarah Perry and Tracy Norris from Tour de Force. It’s always great to meet other folk in the … Continued
Cycling the Passo dello Stelvio The Passo dello Stelvio (2758m), in the Ortier Alps in Italy, should be on every cyclist’s bucket list. Though it was robbed of its status as Europe’s highest road pass by the Col d’Iseran in 1937, the Stelvio was one of Italy’s great national landmarks long before the Giro discovered it. The renowned … Continued
Amanda Kemp www.bodyfit.org.uk [email protected] 07825 800006 Physiotherapist and Marmot Tours Guide, Amanda Kemp, has put together a few Exercises for Cyclists that will improve your mobility and flexibility to help to prevent injuries and make your long days in the saddle even more enjoyable! None of these exercises should cause pain, if … Continued
Announcing our 2016 Marmot Tours Charity: William Wates Memorial Trust. We all know how lucky we are, and how many opportunities we have been able to follow in our lives; opportunities in education, sport, relationships and careers. Help us to try and give just a little bit back by supporting this passionately run charity who … Continued
Avoiding Saddle Sores from Cycling Avoiding Saddle Sores is pretty important. Your Marmot Tours road cycling holiday costs money, uses precious annual leave and you’ve been looking forward to it for months. We don’t want Saddle Sores to ruin your whole holiday experience so here’s our tuppence worth about how to deal with them. I apologise … Continued
Can you Stop Knee Pain in Cycling? Knee pain in cyclists (often at the front of the knee) is one of the most common health issues we see on our Marmot Tours Holidays & Challenges. During the pedal cycle, the knee goes through around 75 degrees of motion. The quadriceps provide most of the force … Continued
Europe’s Greatest Cycling Climbs The mighty Col d’Iseran and Col du Tourmalet! In line with the feature on Europe’s Greatest Climbs on a Bike that we have been running on the Marmot Tours Facebook page, here’s some information on the first couple of Cols to whet your appetite! Cycling the Col de l’Iseran First up is the … Continued
Discount on Summer European Road Cycling Holidays! As you have probably seen in our most recent Newsletter, it’s that time of year when we offer you some gentle encouragement (aka ‘A Discount’) to those of you who may not have got round to booking your summer cycling holiday yet. We’re thrilled to say that reservations are as great … Continued
Our Marmot Tours road cycling mascot Margo has been to all the best cycling destinations in Europe this year… Its nearly the end of the year and Margo’s still asleep so it is safe to publish her ‘2015 in photos’ without fear of upset or reprisal! She’s been around a bit this year… Dolomites, Picos, … Continued
