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Routes Featured in BRIDES Magazine

Posted by Routes Bicycles on Jan 25, 2022 in Cycling, Press, Tours | Comments Off on Routes Featured in BRIDES Magazine

Routes Featured in BRIDES Magazine

We are SO VERY HONORED to be included in this awesome list of the “20 Best Cities in the U.S. for a Romantic Getaway” from BRIDES Magazine!

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12 Quick Tips to Get Your Bicycle (and You) Ready for Autumn

Posted by Routes Bicycles on Nov 6, 2020 in Cycling, Maintenance & Repair, Tips and Tricks | Comments Off on 12 Quick Tips to Get Your Bicycle (and You) Ready for Autumn

12 Quick Tips to Get Your Bicycle (and You) Ready for Autumn

Cold-weather cycling is fast upon us. Although we have not been complaining about the ~75 degree sunshine we have most days this Autumn! Being a bicycle tour and rental shop near one of Albuquerque’s most visited bike trails (ie. the Rio Grande Bosque Bike Trail), we have learned a trick or two to quickly get bicycles ready for cold-weather riding. Today we will share those tips with you.

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4 Favorite Trails – The Social-Distancing Bike Trail Guide of Northern and Central New Mexico

Posted by Routes Bicycles on Jun 24, 2020 in Cycling, Neighborhoods, Partners, Routes Recommends, Tours | Comments Off on 4 Favorite Trails – The Social-Distancing Bike Trail Guide of Northern and Central New Mexico

4 Favorite Trails – The Social-Distancing Bike Trail Guide of Northern and Central New Mexico

Our Social-Distancing Bike Trail Guide of Northern and Central New Mexico [+4 Favorite Trails] Needing to get outdoors and stretch your legs while also being socially responsible? Routes has put together a quick guide to some of our favorite places (and ways!) to ride a bicycle in New Mexico, with a focus on Albuquerque and Santa Fe. The opportunities to ride of course extend FAR beyond what we’ll mention here but we hope this serves as a good starting point for locals and visitors alike. Our team invites you to add your favorite trails,...

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Getting Outdoors by Bike is the New COVID Normal

Posted by Routes Bicycles on Jun 19, 2020 in Cycling, Health + Wellness | Comments Off on Getting Outdoors by Bike is the New COVID Normal

Getting Outdoors by Bike is the New COVID Normal

COVID-19 may have changed our modern world forever, but one thing remains constant, and luckily, on the top of everyone’s minds: BICYCLES. Through these difficult times, we are seeing that bikes have reemerged as part of our collective healing process. There is no other human invention that brings us such an amazing mix of joy/memories, physical health, transportation, and unique personal experience all while naturally socially-distancing. Here in the outdoor-lover’s mecca of New Mexico, this is especially true. Our state is an ideal place to...

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Mexico in New Mexico: 10 Best Authentic Mexican Eats In Town

Posted by Routes Bicycles on Nov 1, 2016 in Local Dining, Neighborhoods | Comments Off on Mexico in New Mexico: 10 Best Authentic Mexican Eats In Town

TRUTH: We love green chile and red chile on EVERYTHING. There is no other flavor like New Mexican food. But for those times when you want to change things up with some traditional Mexican fare, check out our ABQ Newscastic Article highlighting the best of the best for Authentic Mexican eats in Albuquerque. via NewsCastic.com: Mexico in New Mexico: 10 Best Authentic Mexican Spots In Town

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Our Pokemon Go Bike Tour Featured on Travel Channel

Posted by Routes Bicycles on Sep 9, 2016 in Press, Tours | Comments Off on Our Pokemon Go Bike Tour Featured on Travel Channel

Check out this great article from The Travel Channel on our Pokemon Go Bike Tours! We are so honored and proud to be included. Gotta Catch Them All!  

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PRESS RELEASE: Routes Bicycle Tours of NM Gears Up for Their 6th Annual ‘Bikes & Balloons’ Tour

Posted by Routes Bicycles on Sep 8, 2016 in Press, Tours | Comments Off on PRESS RELEASE: Routes Bicycle Tours of NM Gears Up for Their 6th Annual ‘Bikes & Balloons’ Tour

PRESS RELEASE: Routes Bicycle Tours of NM Gears Up for Their 6th Annual ‘Bikes & Balloons’ Tour

Routes Bicycle Tours of NM Gears Up for Their 6th Annual ‘Bikes & Balloons’ Tour   Local bicycle tour operator offers active travelers a unique way to experience the world’s largest ballooning event ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Sept. 8, 2016  — Routes Bicycle Tours (www.routesbicycletours.com), the award-winning bicycle tour boutique located in Historic Albuquerque Old Town, has announced their sixth annual all-inclusive Bikes and Balloons tour to the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (October 1 – 9)....

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PRESS RELEASE: New ‘Brews Cruise’ Highlights Santa Fe’s Craft Beverage Scene

Posted by Routes Bicycles on Aug 24, 2016 in Press, Tours | Comments Off on PRESS RELEASE: New ‘Brews Cruise’ Highlights Santa Fe’s Craft Beverage Scene

PRESS RELEASE: New ‘Brews Cruise’ Highlights Santa Fe’s Craft Beverage Scene

New ‘Brews Cruise’ Highlights Santa Fe’s Craft Beverage Scene

Routes Bicycle Tours of New Mexico offers weekly one-of-a-kind brewery & cidery tour experience of The City Different

SANTA FE, N.M. – Aug. 24, 2016 — Routes Bicycle Tours (www.routesbicycletours.com), the award-winning bicycle tour boutique located inside the historic La Fonda On the Plaza hotel, has announced the launch of their highly anticipated 2016 ‘Brews Cruise’ foodie tour series which highlights Santa Fe’s award-winning craft beer and cider offerings. ‘Brews Cruise’ will launch on August 27, with scheduled dates every other Saturday (seasonally, March thru November). The tour explores exceptional breweries/cideries, microbrews, and scenic bike routes throughout The City Different.

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Quick Tips for Summer Cycling

Posted by Routes Bicycles on Jul 28, 2016 in Cycling, Tips and Tricks | Comments Off on Quick Tips for Summer Cycling

Quick Tips for Summer Cycling

Summers in the desert can reach temperatures over 100 degrees. Does that mean we stop enjoying the city by bicycle? NOPE! With just a few extra steps, you can explore the city in hotter weather and still have a great time doing it! Below we have selected several great tips and tricks to keeping cool on your bike when the temperature rises. BONUS TIP: One of our favorite quick tips to cycling in warm weather that we give to all our guests – always look for shade when taking a break or stopping. Because of our dry heat (ie no humidity), shady...

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Routes Earns TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence for 3rd Year in a Row!

Posted by Routes Bicycles on May 31, 2016 in Customer Reviews, Press | Comments Off on Routes Earns TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence for 3rd Year in a Row!

Routes Earns TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence for 3rd Year in a Row!

Albuquerque, NM – May 31, 2016 – Routes Bicycle Tours & Rentals of Albuquerque and Santa Fe today announced that, for the third year in a row, it has received the TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence. Now in its sixth year, the achievement celebrates hospitality businesses that have earned great traveler reviews on TripAdvisor over the past year. Certificate of Excellence recipients include accommodations, eateries and attractions located all over the world that have continually delivered a quality customer experience.   “Winning...

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We are so excited about all the fresh snow on the We are so excited about all the fresh snow on the Sandias!! 🙌 🤩 ❄️ 

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If the sun is shining 🌞 We're out riding 😎 🚲 🙌 

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Discover the best snowshoeing experience in the Sa Discover the best snowshoeing experience in the Sandia Mountains of Albuquerque, New Mexico! With routes and tours tailored to your skill level, this is your chance to explore some of the most stunning terrain in the southwest. Enjoy a guided tour or rent snowshoes and blaze your own trail - whichever you choose, you're sure to have an unforgettable time. So don't miss out - Join Routes and start planning your next adventure! 🔗 in bio

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Wishing all of you - our dear friends - a very hap Wishing all of you - our dear friends - a very happy New Year! 🚲 🙌 😍  As we approach the end of 2022, it's important for us to take a moment and express our deep gratitude for all of YOU - our friends, our guests, our community, and our partners. 🤩 Without you, our business would not be where it is today and we are filled with an immense appreciation for your loyalty and support. We want to take this time to thank each and every one of you from the bottom of our hearts! 

Have a safe and prosperous new year!! We will be closed tomorrow, Jan 1st reopening at 9am Jan 2nd. #Cheers to what's ahead in 2023 🥂 🎉 🍾 

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Special events and celebrations are some of life's Special events and celebrations are some of life's greatest joys. From birthdays to anniversaries to graduations, these occasions offer us the opportunity to come together, reconnect, and make memories. They bring us closer to those we care about and remind us of how much we have to be grateful for. 😍 🤩 

🚲 🌶️ 🍻 🍷 We had a truly fabulous time on this birthday tour with our newest friends! 

Do you want to experience something truly unique and special with your family and friends? How about a bike tour in one of the most beautiful locations in the world - New Mexico!🚲 😎  Pedaling through gorgeous landscapes and vistas, you can create magical memories that will last a lifetime. From leisurely rides to intense excursions, we can create a tour that everyone in your group will enjoy! Not only do bike tours offer an incredible way to bond with loved ones, they also provide the opportunity to explore a new place together. 🙌 🙌 🙌 

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Albuquerque Historic Old Town has a great holiday Albuquerque Historic Old Town has a great holiday photo op in the plaza - we just HAD to get one with our ⚡ e-bike rentals 🚲 🎄 🤩 

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We LOVE snowshoe season!!!! ❄️ 🌨️ Come jo We LOVE snowshoe season!!!! ❄️ 🌨️ Come join one of our Sandia Snowshoe Tours and ride the @sandia_peak_tramway with us - Ticket link in bio 🙌 😍 

📷 : Routes Sandia Snowshoe Tour
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Enjoying the scenery with our newest friends! 🚲 Enjoying the scenery with our newest friends! 🚲 🔥 

📷 : Routes Historic Riverside Bike Tour with guide Rob
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What a wonderful night of tours!! 🙌 🤩 🎄 What a wonderful night of tours!! 🙌 🤩 🎄  We had such a fun night on our Lights & Luminaria bike tours - thank you SO MUCH to everyone who came out and joined us! 🚲 🍬  It's always so wonderful to fill the streets with rolling cheer 😜 🚲 

 📷 : 12th Annual Lights & Luminaria Bike Tours with Routes
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📣 📣 📣 Friends - Our 12th Annual Lights & 📣 📣 📣  Friends - Our 12th Annual Lights & Luminaria Bike Tours are 𝗔𝗟𝗠𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗟𝗘𝗧𝗘𝗟𝗬 𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗗 𝗢𝗨𝗧!!! 🤯 😮 🔥 

Be sure to get your tickets today (Link in Bio)! 🎟️ We look forward to celebrating with all of you - and you are going to 💗  𝗟𝗢𝗩𝗘 💗  this year's collectible ornament!! 👀 

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