The BBC reports there will be a 30% growth in mountain biking in Scotland over the next five years.
“The idea of a healthy adventure activity, where you can just pick up your bike and go, has grabbed the imagination of the mass market,” Katrina Morrison, Scottish Enterprise, told the BBC.
As a result of the demand, Tourism Intelligence Scotland produced a guide on mountain biking tourism offering advice on how to cater to cyclists’ needs–suggesting companies stock up on basic bicycle repair items, offer secure bike racks and cleaning facilities, and print off daily weather forecasts for guests.
More than 1.3 million visits are made to Scotland each year for mountain biking, according to the Scottish Enterprise.
Thinking of planning a trip to the UK (like I suddenly am)? You won’t need much convincing after reading these articles about mountain biking in Scotland.
From Beth Puliti, About.com Guide June 27, 2011
