Bikes of Inverness

Last week Sandy, Scott and Gavin rode one of our favourite routes, a big loop over the Corrieyairack Pass from Fort Augustus and the Burma Road from Aviemore.

Interestingly, we were on three completely different bike setups and three different tyre choices, all three were equally capable of handling a ride like this!

Sandy was riding the Trek Check-OUT , a full suspension gravel bike, the ultimate bike for long days off road. Efficient on any surface and capable of carrying loads of gear. Rolling on 2.1”Continental Race Kings and a Shimano GRX 1x12 mechanical drivetrain.

Scott was on his Specialized Epic Hardtail with drop bars! Drop bars on a mountain bike is a controversial choice but there’s no denying it is fun to ride. Running XC race tyres in the 2.4” Vittoria Peyotes and SRAM Rival/GX transmission drivetrain.

Gavin was on his Specialized Crux. An outright super light gravel race bike with 50mm Schwalbe G-One RX Pro tyres and a Shimano GRX Di2 1x12 drivetrain.

Maximum comfort, power and range. ⚡️

The new Trek Diamant Suvea Style 800 is the top-tier choice for riders who want an e-bike that can do it all with ease.

Powered by Bosch’s Performance Line CX motor and paired with a huge 800Wh battery, the Suvea Style 800 is built for longer rides, bigger adventures and effortless everyday riding.

It combines the ultra-clean feel of a belt drive with low-maintenance Enviolo shifting for smooth, quiet and reliable performance in all conditions.

Smart cargo and security features add even more practicality, making it just as capable for commuting and carrying gear as it is for weekend exploring.

Comfortable, powerful and incredibly versatile — this is premium e-bike riding done properly.

A good pair of cycling shoes can completely change how your bike feels. Better comfort, better support, improved power transfer and fewer aches on longer rides — getting the right fit really matters.

Alongside our range of Trek, Specialized and Shimano shoes, we can now source Lake Cycling Shoes.

Lake are well known for their huge range of fit options and some of the best fitting shoes available, especially for riders who struggle with comfort, width or hot spots in standard shoes.

Whether you’re looking for a performance road shoe, gravel adventure shoe or simply something more comfortable for long days riding, we’re here to help with sizing, fit advice and finding the right option for you.

Pop into the shop for a chat and we’ll help you find the right fit 👌

Etape Loch Ness 2026 🏁

Massive congratulations to everyone who took on the ride. Whether you were chasing a PB or just soaking in the views, it was incredible to see so many riders out there giving it everything around the loch.

A huge thanks as well to everyone who popped by to see us—at the shop and at the event hub at Eden Court.

It’s Etape Loch Ness week 🙌

The final countdown is on and our workshop is almost fully booked but if your bike needs a last check or you’ve got any concerns, don’t leave it—pop into the shop, give us a call or send an email and we’ll do everything we can to help get you to the start line ready.

This weekend:
Saturday (Event Village / Sign-On):
Kenny & Gavin will be in the mechanics tent and we’ll have Scott at our stall with Santini kit and Vittoria tyres

In-store:
Open as normal, with Gordy & Sandy on the tools for any last-minute fixes 🔧

Sunday:
We’ll be out on course at Whitebridge providing mechanical support—if something goes wrong, we’ve got you.

Less than two weeks to go until Etape Loch Ness… 👀

Now’s the time to give your bike a proper once-over — and tyres should be right at the top of your list. They’re one of the most important parts of your setup for a big day out. Grip, comfort, puncture protection… it all starts where the rubber meets the road.

We’ve got a great range of Vittoria tyres in stock, and we’re here to help you choose the right option for your ride — plus we can get them fitted and dialled in for you.

Our pick for the event? Vittoria Corsa Pro Control in 32mm. Fast, grippy, and with a bit more confidence on less-than-perfect roads — ideal for the Highlands.

Pop in for advice, a tyre check, or a fresh set before the big day.

Meet the Trek Checkpoint+ — gravel, but with a quiet advantage ⚡

This is everything you love about the Checkpoint, just with a subtle boost that opens up bigger days, tougher routes, and more time enjoying the ride.

Powered by the TQ motor, the magic is how unnoticeable it feels:
• Ultra-quiet — no buzz, no distraction, just the sound of your tyres on gravel
• Lightweight — keeps that natural, playful ride feel
• Smooth support — no surge, just perfectly timed assistance when you need it
• Efficient — more range for proper adventure days

It doesn’t turn your ride into something else — it just gives you a bit more of everything. More climbs. More miles. More fun.

Perfect for Highland gravel, mixed terrain exploring, or just making sure the ride home is as good as the ride out.

Available now at Bikes of Inverness — come take it for a spin 👀

🚲 Tubeless Explained – Free In-Store Event

Ever wondered if tubeless is worth it? Or how it actually works in the real world? This is your chance to find out.

Join us for a relaxed, hands-on evening with Vittoria & Dynaplug where we’ll break it all down and get you involved.

📅 Wed 13 May
⏰ 6:30PM
📍 Bikes of Inverness

What to expect:
• The real benefits of going tubeless
• Vittoria road & gravel tyre range
• Air-Liner inserts explained
• Live Dynaplug puncture repair demo
• Have a go at fixing a puncture yourself

It’s completely free, but spaces are limited—secure your spot via the link in our bio. 

Whether you’re tubeless-curious or already running it and want to sharpen your skills, this one’s well worth coming along.