Markus Stitz is a cyclist, adventurer and author, and we are delighted he will be joining us as part of this year’s Islay Book Festival.
This event is one of our special ‘experience’ sessions, and it really is a one-off opportunity to not just find out more about Markus and his adventures, but to enjoy a different way of viewing this beautiful island. Starting from Port Ellen, this social ride will travel along the Three Distilleries Path and back.
The ride will be followed by a Q&A over refreshments at the Machrie, and a screening of a short film to complement Markus’ newest cycling guidebook, Gravel Rides Cairngorms & Perthshire, showcasing 15 of the finest gravel cycling routes through the Cairngorms National Park, Perthshire, and the Angus Glens.
Don’t worry, you don’t need to be a super-fast or ultra-long-distance cyclist to join in! You don’t even need to have your own bike – our sponsors and friends at Islay E-Wheels will sort you out with something suitable for the event, from their premises behind No 1 Charlotte Street. More details will be sent to ticketholders nearer the event.
