December 20 2022
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50 years of cycling trips.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Cycleventures Bicycle Tours, the small company that inspired the creation of Big Mountain Bike Adventures.
Cycleventures was started by Mike & Linda Winter, the parents of Big Mountain founder Chris Winter. Their first trip was to England & Wales in 1972 with a group of high school students and cost around $450. This year Cycleventures is closing the doors for good.
Read on and enjoy some vintage images and a look back at five decades of running cycling trips.
… not all is gone forever though, Chris and Big Mountain Bike Adventures will be operating select road cycling trips in the coming years. Watch this space for news on this front!
The Mid-70’s
Big Mountain founder Chris Winter (middle front striped red/white shirt), his brothers, parents and a group of high school student about to head off to the Canadian Maritimes on a month-long cycling trip.
The 80’s
Arrived and the company began focusing exclusively on cycling trips to Europe with adults. How were trips planned back then? Guide books and maps ordered from a book shop, a pad of paper and a pencil and communication to hotels was via telex or fax machine, or a good ‘ol land line phone call.
No cell phone, no internet, no websites, no Google maps, no Garmin, no e-bike, no Siri, no…nothing!
Gallery
Enjoy this gallery from trips over the past decades. Cheers!
Leave the planning to us and immerse yourself.
Mind-blowing rides through stunning landscapes, top-notch accommodations, and experiences that resonate with every pedal stroke. From challenging singletrack to serene mountain vistas, Big Mountain Bike Adventures offers an unforgettable journey for every mountain biker.
