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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

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.

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

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,...

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

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...

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

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!  

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

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)....

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

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.

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

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...

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!

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...

7 FREE Things You Can Do In Old Town ABQ

Posted by Routes Bicycles on Dec 4, 2015 in Albuquerque Old Town, Neighborhoods | Comments Off on 7 FREE Things You Can Do In Old Town ABQ

There is much to see and do in Historic Old Town Albuquerque, including several at no cost! Here is a list from ABQNewscastic with fun things to do in Old Town that are completely free.   via NewsCastic.com: 7 Things You Can Do In Albuquerque Old Town For Free